Victorian Photography Studio

This has been the best Victorian photo opportunity. They are so friendly and make you look authentically amazing. THEY KNOW WHAT THEY ARE DOING! I highly recommend this studio.
Ladies, she will fix your hair to look great!
I truly loved this experience with my friends.

Went with my daughters in October just for a fun, but silly thing to do after our lunch at the Dobbin House. I wasn’t taking it that seriously, thought it would be cheesy, but I was so wrong. Tish got us ready quickly, but with a good little history lesson on what different types of clothing you’d have worn back in the 19^th century. She posed us and the first pic was great! I bought a small package of printed photos (done digitally, on the spot), for less than $ 40. The result was so realistic it was slightly creepy. AMAZING, entertaining, educational thing to do while in Gettysburg. A MUST!

The couple that runs this place is amazing! Whisked my husband and I upstairs and had me outfitted in a beautiful corseted dress in under ten minutes. The wife didn’t trouble me about my size, just chose a perfect dress for my figure and suited me right up!
They dressed my husband really quickly, even found a hat for his very large (and very handsome) head!
I was worried I’d not be thrilled with the way I look in this and be nervous about showing it to friends but, even my self-​loathing eye was pleased. My husband loved it and we both had a blast. The couple that runs this business has a fantastic demeanor and everyone running any sort of guest-​oriented business could take a lesson!
We will definitely recommend this place, treasure this fun memory and plan a return visit.
Don’t go anywhere else. These two have this experience down pat!

Incredible photo, made absolutely fun, fun, fun by Tish, who took us in a rush, but she did a WONDERFUL job. Look no further and do NOT miss out on having one done. Did I mention the prices are truly reasonable, her wardrobe ridiculously large, details are meticulous.

We are repeat customers and have been photographing our family and 2 sons with Del and Tish on tin type photography. We are repeat customers for a reason. From our first experience to now, the owners are super professional, knowledgeable and accommodating. Visiting their photography studio is a must do each visit to Gettysburg. They understand period dress, experts in period photography techniques, and make the experience of dressing for the picture just as fun as taking the photo and developing a learning experience.

We LOVED our experience with this studio! We walked in and they immediately took us to the costume rooms upstairs. I picked «ball gown» and my husband picked «union soldier.» They then proceeded to style us (including my hair, which took 30 seconds) and add accessories. We couldn’t believe the transformation. It was really fun (and funny) to walk out and see my husband dressed up. And the picture turned out great! It took about 15 – 20 min and then we returned a half hour after our appt to pick up our photo. Highly recommend!

What an utterly amazing place.
I had never done one of those old-​timey photos but my wife surprised me with a session. And it was fantastic. Like I said this was a first, but I have to assume this place does it better than others since they had so many costumes and options, and really took the time and care to make sure you looked like your glorious Civil War.
Will our photo be our Christmas card? More than likely.
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Our group of nine bike tour leaders loved this place — we spent a wonderful hour getting dressed up in their fabulous civil war era dresses and military uniforms, and posing for a few quick shots. We grabbed coffee next door while waiting for the prints. The couple/​owners did a great job, and were funny, tactful & efficient. Loved the outcome, we had fun & the photo has gotten miles of play!

Amazing quality, got the wet plate picture on tin. It’s amazing how quickly they get you dressed in the clothing. Very friendly and very professional. Would highly recommend.

We had heard about old time hoot places ripping people off and doing a bate and switch on price so we were on our guard when we went. We shouldn’t have worried.
Had an amazing time yesterday. The folks there couldn’t have been nicer. They did an amazing job. We were a confused group of 6, two families. They figured it all out and got is all going and we lives the results.
They had even stayed open late to accommodate us and the price they quoted was the price we paid.
Highly recommend these guys. We left laughing and with great memories.
Thanks again guys :)

I’ve always thought these old timey photos were kind of lame. My sister dragged me here on our trip to Gettysburg so we could get my niece’s picture taken. I have to say, it was a blast! The lady who helped us was vey knowledgable about period attire and super friendly. The studio was nice and most importantly my niece loved it.
If you want Civil War era photos done I highly recommend this place!

Wonderful couple! You can tell they have a passion for this! Book an APPOINTMENT! Was amazing to see her develop your picture (and explain it all) right then and there! Uses old and accurate equipment and procedures! It’s like you stepped back in time! Totally worth every penny! A must stop in Gettysburg– I plan to go every time we visit! If you are going for an authentic photo — THIS IS YOUR PLACE. She lets you choose if you want to be more historically accurate or not. They also sell antique photo cases. Lots of clothes and props to choose from. Cannot say enough good about this place!!! They also have books and example photos to help give an idea of what poses you would like.

Everyone there was so nice and we had a great time learning the history of the wet plate process.
I am so happy I read the reviews and decide to visit their studio. Too bad there only 5 star because they deserve more!
When our friend are going to gettysburg we will definitely let them know this studio is a Must visit on there trip.
Thanks for giving us special memories of our trip to Gettysburg.

Wonderful experience. Highly recommend it! Called them & they got us in right away.

Dont miss this place. I cannot say enough good things about the owners, environment, and final product quality.

Tish and company are WONDERFUL! Fun, funny, professional, and on top of it all, they provide an amazing final product. I have had many ‘old timey’ photos taken on vacations, and this was the best experience of its kind I have had.
Thanks Tish! ;)

You can’t leave Gettysburg without this priceless souvenir! Be sure to reserve early as they are likely fully booked ALL.THE.TIME.
We thoroughly enjoyed our appointment and are so grateful that they allowed us to bring our boxer along for the photo. We did the wet plate (why would you go digital here??) and she is actually mostly visible despite a blurry head from her movement. I was so impressed that they accommodated her which made me extremely happy. Now I will say, we consider our dog very well-​behaved normally and it was a challenge to get her to relax in this environment, so if they allow yours and it is even a bit of a spaz I wouldn’t even mess with it. I even made sure she had plenty of exercise that morning.
I was impressed with Tish’s clothing collection for women and am confident that she could outfit almost any size and shape. The women get dressed back in a private room and the men put the clothes right over their street wear. I had a cami on and that’s what I’d advise you wear so you can just slip the clothes right over.
This was a fantastic experience and Del and Tish are super nice. We plan to get a new photo every time we go!

Don’t be fooled by some of the other «Old Tyme» photography studios in town — this place has the real deal — Tin-​Type Photography! You can still get digital photography edited to look «old» at this place, but I would totally splurge on the tin-​type if I were you. My boyfriend and I got one done and we enjoyed the entire experience. We looked amazing in the period clothing, and the photographer shared interesting historical tidbits during the process. She also showed us how the film goes from darkroom to camera to photograph from start to finish. Our photograph looks exactly like one that would have been taken in the 1860s because they use the same methods and camera. Digital photographs just can’t duplicate that look! We love our photograph and really enjoyed ourselves during the shoot.

I can not say enough positive about this photography studio! My sisters and I were visiting Gettysburg and decided dressing up in hoop skirts sounded fun. There is great selection of period costumes to choose from. The owner Tish dressed us, arranged our hair and added accessories of jewelry, fans and gloves. Though our appointment time was 30 min., we took 50 min. and we never felt rushed. It was a lot of fun! I recommend this to anyone; no matter your age, male or female, family, couple, single or group!