Wet Plate Collodion

Located in Barrio Logan, my studio merges history and modernity through wet plate collodion photography. Ojo Creativo specializes in handmade tintype portraits, using a process from the 1850s on aluminum plates. Clients can witness their portraits develop in real-time.

The studio encourages experimentation and collaboration, featuring projects like the Paper Moon series. Every tintype is a unique creation, influenced by the process's unpredictability.

Situated in a vibrant artistic community, every visit offers an immersive experience in analog photography and craftsmanship. Join us to create a lasting portrait.

This past weekend, I had the chance to photograph @richiehguitar alongside something very personal, his rare amplifiers and guitar. These weren’t just props, they’re part of his journey, accomplishments he’s proud of. We created a
A good friend of mine booked a tintype session for her dog, Wendy, after receiving heartbreaking news. Wendy has some heart issues, and they don’t know how much time they have left together. For my friend, Wendy isn’t just a pet. She&rsq
Love on the Moon. ✨🌙 One of the inspirations behind the Paper Moon setup was to celebrate Valentine’s season. It was amazing to see people bring their own unique ideas to the moon, but today, I’m highlighting those who came to celebrate
As we approach the end of this moon phase in the studio 🌙, I want to share some of the beautiful moments we’ve created over the past month. This one is all about Moms, Kids, and the Moon, the little dreamers who have sat on the moon, sometime
Since she was little, she’s loved the moon. “Luna” was one of her first words. So when she walked into the studio and saw it, she lit up, pointing and calling out, “Luna! Luna!” pure excitement. It made this photo easy.