Web Assignment 2

1. What is a daguerrotype? What did the surface of a daguerrotype resemble? When were they prominent? What photographic process did the daguerrotype replace?

The first commercially successful photographic process, which creates a direct positive image on a silver copper plate. The surface of a daguerrotype resembles a mirror. These were prominent in the year 1839 and later, replacing the camera obscura.



2. What is an "albumen" print? What was the main "ingredient" of the albumen process? When did the albumen process die out?

The first main process of replicating a negative print onto a paper surface. The main ingredient of this process was egg whites, which binded the chemicals from the negative to the paper.

3. What is a "stereograph?" When were they popular?

Two nearly identical photos placed next to each other, viewed through a stereoscope. Viewing it through a stereoscope created the illusion of a 3D image. They were such a success simply due to the fact that it was impressive new technology never seen before, along with the fact that they were affordable for almost anyone.

4. What is a "carte de visite?" What were they used for?

A type of small photograph, which could create 8 different negatives on one plate, cutting production costs. They were small cards, so they were commonly shown to friends or traded around, and sometimes just for display in a home.

5. Who were Matthew Brady and Alexander Gardner? They both are notable for what type of photography? When were they active? Post two noteworthy photographs for each photographer.

They were photographers, who were notable for the photographs that they took during the Civil War. Specifically they took portraits of people like Abraham Lincoln, and were around to take photos of significant events.