Spikes2nephews@aol.com wrote: > > I have several tin-type photographs and would like to scan them so I can make > copies. When I try to do so, even when adjusting brightness, covering them > with a sheet of paper...all I get is a black shape. Could you give me some > hints or directions on how to accompish this? If the tin-types are highly reflective it's almost impossible to scan them. One solution is to copy them on a copy stand with 45 degree lighting and then scan the resulting negative or print. I've had good success with that method. -- Carroll Hughes PHOTOGRAPHY and DIGITAL IMAGING, PHOTO RESTORATION email: mailto:hughescck@citcom.net Visit my website: http://www.cool.icestorm.com/chughesphoto/

I was able to copy several tin types with my camera on a copy stand. I used hair spray to dull the finish and that reduced the glare. They were not damaged when I rinsed them with warm water. Connie