Author: Denis Pellerin

The Agfa Stand at a 1930s Photo Exhibition in France

Photo Historian Denis Pellerin researches and rediscovers the amazing history behind stereoscopic photographs of a 1930s Agfa stand, and takes us on a journey of what was available to amateur stereoscopic photographers during that period.

Advertising in the Stereoscope

Photo Historian Denis Pellerin shares more of his incredible research to give us an insight and overview of the history of advertising in the stereoscope. In this richly illustrated text, Denis explores several areas of the application of stereoscopy to advertising and vice-versa.

William Hemsley, Another Artist Whose Work Inspired Stereoscopic Photographers

Photo historian Denis Pellerin, researcher and author of 'The Poor Man's Picture Gallery' book, has unearthed more stereoscopic photographs inspired by artworks. In this article he looks at the artist William Hemsley, and others, with stereoscopic photographs by Laroche, Burr, Gaudin and Weller.

The Acer SpatialLabs Eyes Camera – A Review

Denis Pellerin reviews the Acer SpatialLabs Eyes digital stereoscopic 3-D camera: from its unboxing, initial impressions, and as he starts taking it through its paces for stereoscopic photography.

A Stereoscopic Trip to Hawaii Over a Hundred Years Ago

This stereoscopic adventure started with 24 glass 3-D negatives of Hawaii, taken by an amateur in the 1910s. Through his amazing research, Denis has identified a long-lost Hawaiian event, those in attendance, a royal estate, and the world-travelling photographer himself, offering an immersive magical glimpse into a forgotten era.

Early Stereo Daguerreotypes and Lithographs Published by Jules Duboscq

Photo Historian Denis Pellerin explores the early stereoscopic works published by Jules Duboscq and shares some amazing very early 3-D images.

Mr. Mackenstein’s Trial Stereoscopic Autochromes

Photo Historian Denis Pellerin unveils his amazing research into Hermann Josef Hubert Mackenstein. Exploring his autochrome work, as well as his camera manufacturing.

Et Omnia Vanitas: The Portraits of Cardinal Wiseman

Photo historian Denis Pellerin, encouraged by a bad influence, purchased a stereoscopic daguerreotype by Antoine Claudet. He rediscovered the man in the portrait, Cardinal Wiseman, and shares his amazing research on Stereoscopy Day.

Léopold Harzé’s “Comedy in Sculpture” [1]

Photo Historian Denis Pellerin introduces 19th century Belgian sculptor Léopold Harzé and invites you to explore his work through the stereoscope.

“L’Emp’reur, sa femme, le p’tit Prince” : The Imperial Family of France, Photography and the Stereoscope. New Book Release.

The latest book I have written, “L’Emp’reur, sa femme, le p’tit Prince” : The Imperial Family of France, Photography and the Stereoscope, is about the special relationship that existed between Napoleon III, the Empress Eugénie, their son and photography, including stereoscopic photography. It will be released in May 2023 but can be pre-ordered at a discount.