Category Archives: Photo Restoration

Arm Wrestling

Posted on August 6, 2015 by Tina Garceau

Another mysterious family portrait, the man in the middle holding the stop watch is my grandfather. The other two guys –  they may be co-workers from American Thread, brothers, cousins, or friends, hopefully someone chimes in. I do love the staged … Continue reading →

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Positive I.D.

Posted on July 30, 2015 by Tina Garceau

I’m always posting old family photos with the line “I have no idea who these people are”. People – write down names on the backs of your photos!  Fortunately, I’ve had amazing luck posting my photos to various Facebook groups, … Continue reading →

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The Three Graces

Posted on July 22, 2015 by Tina Garceau

Another old family photo from my collection. Again, I’m not sure who these ladies are – however, the woman seated in the middle bears a strong resemblance to my father’s sister Viola. What I find interesting about this photo is … Continue reading →

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Arthur Vertefeuille

Posted on July 15, 2015 by Tina Garceau

Among the family photos I’ve restored is this studio portrait of my great aunt’s husband’s nephew.  Photographs taken during this era were staged with painted backdrops, and props like books, courting benches, and tapestry covered tables. Original scan behind the cut. 

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Tintype

Posted on July 7, 2015 by Tina Garceau

Among the family photos I recently inherited – this tintype is the oldest – and in horrible shape. According to Wikipedia: A tintype, also known as a melainotype or ferrotype, is a photograph made by creating a direct positive on a thin sheet of metal coated with … Continue reading →

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Twelve

Posted on July 1, 2015 by Tina Garceau

This photo was among the group of family photos I inherited when my father died. Unfortunately, it’s not labeled so I’m not sure who these folks are – but I liked the photo so I cleaned it up and I’m … Continue reading →

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Happy Father’s Day!

Posted on June 21, 2015 by Tina Garceau
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