The Handtinted Art Photography of John Maher
Katie Cordrey — March 7, 2009 — Art & Design
References: maherart
Columbia Gorge photographer John Maher uses several methods to create his photographic art. His hand-tinted black and white photos employ little-known techniques that date back to Victorian times and the beginning of photography. The resulting images are emotionally evocative and richly textured works of art.
John Maher is an award-winning, internationally published artist. He began his career at the age of 16. Since then, his work has gained a worldwide following.
Special thanks to John Maher for providing us with these photos.
John Maher is an award-winning, internationally published artist. He began his career at the age of 16. Since then, his work has gained a worldwide following.
Special thanks to John Maher for providing us with these photos.
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