Archive Photography: How to photograph oversize photos, curled documents, and heirloom treasures.

Archive Photography will show you how to make digital archive copies of your treasured documents and heirlooms using digital cameras, smart phones, and even tablets. Challenges such as tightly curled documents, large frames, and curved glass are solved with some simple steps, illustrated with over 80 photographs and drawings.



Archival subjects covered are:



> How to photograph very large or curved glass pictures.

> Detailed procedures for uncurling documents with a humidification chamber.

> Easy lighting and background tips for professional looking results.

> Removing photos from vintage and magnetic albums.

> Using smart phones and tablets for archive photography.

> Recommendations for archival-safe storage.

> The mysteries of archival standards and terms explained.



This book will help the home archivist with their most challenging archival projects.