Traditional B&W Photographs

Every artist starts with a solid foundation of technique. Using vintage cameras and enlargers, film and paper, and a carefully crafted chemical formulae, these are the studio’s signature traditional hand-printed black and white photographs.

Workings

Dedication to the Workings series led Shannon Graham down several roads, both literally and figuratively, over a few years. He sought the majesty of mechanical objects, conveying their simple nature and the wonders of industrial design in this collection.

"Workings 195" - hand-printed black and white silver gelatin photograph showing a vintage metal oil can with detailed textures, spout, and worn industrial surfaces.
"Workings 203" - hand-printed black and white silver gelatin photograph featuring a close-up of an industrial torch with metal components, textured surfaces, and high-contrast shadows.
"Workings 202" - hand-printed black and white silver gelatin photograph showing a close-up of interlocking metal gears with detailed textures, shadows, and industrial surfaces.
"Workings 161" hand-printed black and white silver gelatin photograph depicting a vintage industrial lacer machine with metal gears, levers, and textured surfaces.
"Workings 168" - hand-printed black and white silver gelatin photograph showing a close-up of a metal drill bit with spiral flutes, sharp edges, and detailed textured surfaces.
"Workings 164" - hand-printed black and white silver gelatin photograph of a vintage hand drill with metal gears, crank handle, and worn textured surfaces.
"Workings 167" - hand-printed black and white silver gelatin photograph showing a close-up of a mechanical clutch with interlocking metal components, textured surfaces, and strong industrial detail.
"Workings 160" - hand-printed black and white silver gelatin photograph depicting the mechanical arm and pulley system of an industrial crane with detailed metal textures and strong tonal contrast.
"Workings 148" - hand-printed black and white silver gelatin photograph featuring detailed mechanical components of a steam engine, including gears, pipes, and textured metal surfaces.
"Workings 163" - hand-printed black and white silver gelatin photograph of a vintage drill press with metal gears, levers, and textured industrial surfaces.
"Workings 165" - hand-printed black and white silver gelatin photograph showing a vintage metal apple peeler with detailed gears, levers, and textured surfaces.
"Workings 166" - hand-printed black and white silver gelatin photograph depicting interlocking metal gears with oily textures, deep shadows, and industrial detail.
"Workings 182" - hand-printed black and white silver gelatin photograph featuring intricate mechanical gears, pipes, and industrial textures reminiscent of steampunk machinery.
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More Black & White Prints

Vision…where will it lead you? What did you see today?
Photographic art is a practice in visualization and finding the beuty in every form that one comes across, from film to print…the black and white photograph captures that vision.

"Tea Time" - hand-printed black and white silver gelatin photograph featuring a vintage teapot, book, and glasses arranged on a textured surface, highlighting shadows, reflections, and detailed metallic surfaces.
"Train No. 1" - hand-printed black and white silver gelatin photograph depicting a vintage train engine with detailed metal components, wheels, and textured industrial surfaces in high-contrast tones.
"Eve" - hand-printed black and white silver gelatin photograph featuring a minimalist portrait of a female figure with soft lighting, subtle shadows, and fine grain textures, emphasizing simplicity and emotion.
"Ball No. 1" - hand-printed black and white silver gelatin photograph featuring a close-up of a spherical object with textured surface, soft lighting, and high-contrast shadows, emphasizing form and depth.
"Pinball No. 1" - hand-printed black and white silver gelatin photograph capturing the intricate details of a vintage pinball machine, including reflective metal surfaces, illuminated playfield elements, and dynamic light contrasts.
"The Rock Brovira" - hand-printed black and white silver gelatin photograph featuring a textured rock surface with intricate patterns, shadows, and highlights, showcasing the unique tonal range and depth of Agfa Brovira photographic paper.
"Ferns on Brovira" - hand-printed black and white silver gelatin photograph featuring delicate fern fronds with intricate vein patterns, soft lighting, and rich tonal contrasts, printed on Agfa Brovira photographic paper.
"Strainer on Brovira" - hand-printed black and white silver gelatin photograph featuring a foliage and sticks with intricate patterns, soft lighting, and rich tonal contrasts, printed on Agfa Brovira photographic paper.
"Five Plays No. 1" - hand-printed black and white silver gelatin photograph of a vintage jukebox, highlighting its metallic details, textured surfaces, and high-contrast lighting.
"Seeburg No. 3" - hand-printed black and white silver gelatin photograph showcasing a vintage 1960s Seeburg jukebox with chrome accents, illuminated selection buttons, and a sleek, mid-century design.
"Seeburg No. 2" - hand-printed black and white silver gelatin photograph showcasing a vintage 1960s Seeburg jukebox mechanism with chrome accents, illuminated selection buttons, and a sleek, mid-century design.
"Wurlitzer No. 1" - hand-printed black and white silver gelatin photograph showcasing a vintage Wurlitzer bubble jukebox with illuminated selection buttons, chrome accents, and mid-century design elements.
"Things on the Deck No. 1" - hand-printed black and white silver gelatin photograph featuring an abstracted view of decayed eggplant with high contrast and light.
"Thing in the Ditch No. 1" - hand-printed black and white silver gelatin photograph featuring a close-up of a single asparagus spear, highlighting its texture, form, and subtle tonal contrasts.
"Things Behind theHouse No. 1" hand-printed black and white silver gelatin photograph featuring overgrown onions with textured skins and layered forms, highlighting light, shadow, and natural detail.
"Things in the Cupboard No. 1" - hand-printed black and white silver gelatin photograph featuring a rustic arrangement of overgrown potatoes nestled together, showcasing their earthy textures, subtle tonal contrasts, and organic forms.
"Rockham Church" - hand-printed black and white silver gelatin photograph depicting the exterior of a historic church with textured wood walls and cross, architectural details, and dramatic light and shadow contrast.
"Building Reflection" - hand-printed black and white silver gelatin photograph capturing the mirrored surface of a modern glass building reflecting surrounding architecture, emphasizing geometric patterns, tonal contrasts, and abstract forms.
"Penny Table No. 1" - hand-printed black and white silver gelatin photograph featuring a vintage cut glass container on a table surface adorned with a mosaic of pennies, highlighting intricate patterns, and the interplay of light and shadow.
"Innocence No. 1" - hand-printed black and white silver gelatin photograph featuring a tribal mask with carved details, textured surface, and dramatic light and shadow highlighting its facial features and contours.
"Zucchini No. 1" -hand-printed black and white silver gelatin photograph featuring a close-up of fresh zucchini, highlighting its textured skin, subtle tonal gradients, and natural form.
"Tools" - hand-printed black and white silver gelatin photograph featuring a collection of vintage hand tools arranged on a workbench, highlighting their weathered patinas, intricate details, and the interplay of light and shadow.
"On the Rails" - hand-printed black and white silver gelatin photograph depicting the interior of a train grain car, showing textured metal walls and beams, and the play of light and shadow inside the space.
"Cranks No. 1" - hand-printed black and white silver gelatin photograph featuring a close-up of a mechanical crank mechanism, highlighting its intricate gears, textured metal surfaces, and the interplay of light and shadow.
"Hammer No. 1" - hand-printed black and white silver gelatin photograph featuring a vintage hammer with a wooden handle and metal head, highlighting its weathered texture, worn patina, and the interplay of light and shadow.
"Toolbox" - hand-printed black and white silver gelatin photograph featuring a close-up of a vintage metal toolbox with straight edges, textured surfaces, and industrial details.
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