1705 Photography is the personal blog of Dominic Righini-Brand, exploring photography’s technological and anthropological history and its role in the modern world
Hinchingbrooke Country Park (2000–2002)
For several years I worked as a volunteer ranger at Hinchingbrooke Country Park and documented the workings of the park photographically. I have now restored these photographs, having sat dormant in my archive for many years.
My Life Working With & Building Pinhole Cameras!
Pinhole cameras are experimental mark making machines which can be used to create unique photographic images and teach students and people interested in photography all about rudimentary optics and how cameras work. This article is my personal and professional journey through the world of pinhole cameras!
A Guide to Colourising Photographs Using Adobe's New Colorize Neural Filter in Adobe Photoshop CC
Adobe has recently introduced a series of power neural engines for restoring and colourising old photographs. In this brief guide, I delve into the techniques and processes for colourising old black and white photographs using Adobe Photoshop’s Colorize Neural Filter.
Dom Vs. The Machine: Adobe’s New Neural Engine Thoroughly Tested
Adobe recently introduced a series of powerful neural engine tools for restoring and colourising old photographs. So, are my days as an image editor numbered and am I about to be replaced with a machine? Find out more in this article where I explore Adobe’s new neural engines in Adobe Photoshop CC.
A Simple Guide to Buying Second-hand & Vintage Cameras
Buying your first vintage film camera can be a daunting task because there are so many different cameras, each with there of advantages and disadvantages. In this simple guide I explore some of my own experience with vintage film cameras.
Black & White Photography: Enhancing Your Images Using Colour Filters
Learn how using colour filters when taking black & white photographs can dramatically enhance the overall quality of your images.