African, American and Autralasian Animals

This a plate from a great book I have called "The World’s Inhabitants or Mankind, Animals and Plants" by G.T. Bettany. M.A. 800 Illustrations. 1889. It is a very interesting book with many images that turn up in various collages.

Pioneer Photographs

What can I say about these incredible Photographs? Amazing finds indeed. I am working on a collage of this portrait as a Jack in a playing card. I'll post updates on this later...

Beautiful examples of vintage photograph card backs

These examples of Victorian photograph card backs are so beautiful. I love them! The possibilities are endless. I look for cards that have a history to tell. Cards that are burnt, or faded, written on or have incredible logos and typography very much appeal to me.