Alternative & Analog Photography Services
We keep historical photographic processes alive, from the deep blue of cyanotypes to the metallic detail of wet plate collodion. Experience the slow, rewarding magic of analog art in our Cooke Town studio.
Artist Akash in the studio with his prototype for a portable wet plate collodion setup. This ambitious project involved sourcing a large format camera and even making his own developer.
The first incredible results from the portable wet plate collodion camera. These glass plates show the amazing detail and tonal range characteristic of the ambrotype process.
A stunning wet plate collodion portrait of a trans woman, capturing her grace and strength. Each plate is a one-of-a-kind object, making these portrait sessions a truly special experience.
A musician and his handpan captured on a 4x5 inch glass plate. The wet plate process beautifully renders the textures of the instrument and the artist's focused expression.
A striking portrait of a saxophonist, created during one of our Sunday Wet-plate Portrait Sessions. The dramatic lighting and vintage feel are hallmarks of this historic 1800s technique.
A quiet, contemplative portrait made using the wet plate collodion process. The subtle imperfections and unique artifacts on the glass plate add to the image's character.
A powerful wet plate portrait of a musician holding his instrument. We have perfected this complex 19th-century technique and now offer portrait sessions for those looking for a timeless piece of art.
Another mesmerizing wet plate collodion portrait, this time of a handpan player. The process creates a depth and luminosity that is truly unique to analog photography.
A cyanotype print on a vintage inland letter. This piece combines the nostalgia of analog communication with the beauty of alternative process photography, creating a hidden piece of art for the recipient.
A close-up of the desolate landscape captured in a cyanotype print on an inland letter. The brushstrokes and deep blue tones elevate the humble stationery into a work of art.
About Alternative & Analog Photography
When you book a wet plate collodion portrait session with us, you are not receiving a digital file. You are getting a unique glass plate, hand-poured and developed right here in our studio. It is a slow, 45-minute process that captures a different kind of detail and honesty, something we have spent years perfecting so you can take home a piece of living history.
At Kānike, we believe photography is an act of patience. We have built our studio around the belief that historical processes like Cyanotype, Wet Plate Collodion, and Albumen prints offer a tactile experience that digital photography simply cannot replicate.
Our Analog Philosophy
We don't just take pictures. We create objects. Whether we are experimenting with 4x5 inch glass plates or coating 300 GSM cotton rag paper for a cyanotype, every step of our process involves manual work. We mix our own developers, source unique papers, and often adjust our chemical formulas to get the perfect tonal range for your specific project.
Portrait Sessions
Our wet plate collodion sessions are one-on-one experiences. Because this technique dates back to the 1800s, it requires a longer exposure time, which forces a different kind of connection between the subject and the lens. You will see us working with the camera, the chemicals, and the light, turning the studio into a working darkroom for the afternoon. These sessions are ideal if you are looking for a portrait that feels timeless and deeply personal.
Custom Commissions
Beyond portraits, we offer custom work for your space. If you are looking for art that fits a specific interior palette, we can create a series of cyanotypes, using vinegar or other modifiers to extend the tonal range to match your wall colors. From the rusty red of laterite mud to cool forest greens, we adapt our chemistry to suit your vision.
All our work, whether it is a small zine or a large framed portrait, is intended to be held, shared, and kept.
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