Tintype Pricing
You can schedule your portrait session online through my booking calendar below. This is not a typical photo session. I use homemade film on a black metal plate to create large, instant portrait prints. Learn more about the process and my journey as you explore my portfolio.
Tintype sizes: 4x5”•5x7”• 6x8” • 8x10”
You keep the metal tintypes
Ready in about 2–3 weeks
Non-refundable deposit required to reserve session
*Tintypes are a historic, handmade, photographic print and the medium is inherently flawed. I do my best to make a great picture within the time available. Ruined images will be reshot for free. All other reshoots are available at half-price.
Special Event Pricing:
2025 August Open Studio Sessions
Hey SLC friends, I’ll be making 4x5” Tintype Portraits next weekend!
WHEN:
Friday, August 22nd 4pm - 8pm
Saturday, August 23rd 10am - 7pm
WHAT:
Tintypes are a photographic print of pure silver on a sheet of black metal. Each tintype is a unique piece of fine art that last for centuries!
On the 22nd I’ll be making triptychs, a series of three tintypes. Two individual portraits, and one couples portrait. $225
On the 23rd I’ll be making tintype portraits every 15 minutes. Bring your parents, friends, partner, children, coworkers, frenemies, or whomever. Or maybe it’s time to update your profile pic. Either way, I want to invite you to you to create art and have a meaningful experience with me in the studio. $85
WHERE:
Bretterick Studio + Lab (412 S 700 W #120 SLC, UT)
Have questions? Check out my FAQ.
Tintype Studio sessions
2 Tintype, 1 hour Session
3 Tintype, 1.5 hour Session
4 Tintype, 2 hour Session
all who can hold still are welcome!
Groups (+$100)
Per session for any portrait with 3-4 people. Max size 4 people.
Children (+$50)
Per child for sessions involving children under 13.
Pets (+$75)
Per pet for sessions involving animals. Bring treats and a favorite toy.
High-ReZ Digital Files (+$50/EA) •HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!
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TIFF - 100MP high-rez digital scan of your tintypes(s)
JPG/PNG - Image file optimized for social media sharing
Extensive dust removal
Includes videos from the session
Low-ReZ Digital Files (+$25/EA)
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JPG/PNG - Image file optimized for social media sharing
Light dust removal
*Tintypes are notoriously difficult to scan due to their metallic and reflective properties. Tintypes are scanned before varnish is applied for highest quality scan as possible. Link to download files will be emailed within 2-3 weeks.
TINTYPE Gift Certificates Make great gifts
Not only is a tintype great gift, it becomes a memorable experience that will last for generations.
Tintype WORKSHOPS
Want to learn how to make your own tintypes? I’d love to teach you!
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