These days, when someone says “You are doing it all wrong”, “That is not how it works” or “You can’t do that”, I immediately start paying attention. Not because I think they might be right but because more often than not it just means you are challenging the status quo and are becoming a threat to those running things.
Eerily Beautiful Mugshots From 1920’s Australia
One of thousands of 4x6 glass plate negatives captured by Sydney Police between 1910-1930 accompanied by stories.
“…It goes without saying that these are not like today’s mug shots. For one, because unlike today’s criminals, many of these people had never before been photographer. Posing for a portrait was kind of a big deal.
There’s also the medium: These mug shots are actually 4-by-6 inch glass plate negatives. (Think huge camera with black hood and accordion body.) Today that format is used by fine art photographers who appreciate its tonal depth, texture and balance, and also its moodiness. Back then, though, this was forensics.”
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See some photos from the archive here
