Process and one of a kind imagery
The photographs in disarray are one of a kind. My process uses traditional turn of the century photographic techniques, which distance this work from the digitally reproduced works of today. I work like a painter or sculptor building my works from camera generated images into unique and beautiful silver prints.

Digital photography has dramatically changed the world of fine art and photography. Digital has quickly categorized traditional silver photography as an alternative process for the fine artist and collector. I am committed to keeping silver alive with use of an 11x14 Kodak Empire State View Camera, circa 1923, the purest and most direct of all image-making devices. My works are created from 11x14 negatives that are contact printed into larger works and selenium toned for image permanence. Final surface preparation includes the application of an archival UV inhibitor varnish that provides an extended level of protection and a glassless display system.

My new display system is a combination of old and new world techniques, processes and materials. Currently I am thoroughly testing this process with 100 year accelerated light tests. Early indications are very positive proving this process to be archival with an expected life span to last 100 years with proper care. Accelerated light tests are ongoing and 125 years of accelerated light exposure has shown no effects to date.

Acknowledgments
Very special thank you to the following people and organizations; Eastern New Mexico University, Capitol Art Foundation, Santa Fe Council For The Arts, Linda Durham, Robert Hirsch, Mic Muhlbauer, Steve Blakeley, Larry Ogan, Jamie Hart, Jessica Leap, Ken Leap, Christopher Leap, Chris Woodward, Frankie King, Felipe Macias, Val Mills, Kimberly Botza and Patrick Carpenter who without all their support this show and catalog would never have become a reality. Also to my family Pat, Morgan and Logan Erf who make everyday a little more meaningful.