Tag: History and Research

‘Exchanging Stereoscopic Views’: Online Talk Looking at Early Stereoscopic Exchanges, Recording Now Available

‘Exchanging Stereoscopic Views’: Online Talk Looking at Early Stereoscopic Exchanges, Recording Now Available

The Royal Photographic Society's Historical Group hosted Rebecca Sharpe and Julie Gibb, from the Brian May Archive of Stereoscopy and National Museums Scotland, who explored the histories of the first Stereoscopic Exchange Club and the United Stereoscopic Society. The recording is now available.

‘Exchanging Stereoscopic Views’: Free Online Talk Looking at Early Stereoscopic Exchanges, 10th Feb 2026

‘Exchanging Stereoscopic Views’: Free Online Talk Looking at Early Stereoscopic Exchanges, 10th Feb 2026

The Royal Photographic Society's Historical Group are hosting Rebecca Sharpe and Julie Gibb, from the Brian May Archive of Stereoscopy and National Museums Scotland, who will be exploring the histories of the first Stereoscopic Exchange Club and the United Stereoscopic Society.

The Agfa Stand at a 1930s Photo Exhibition in France

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.

Thomas Comer, 1892-1915: A Tribute on Armistice Day

Thomas Comer, 1892-1915: A Tribute on Armistice Day

A chance purchase in 2019 of a photographic album of Lincolnshire, and the research that followed, lead me to rediscover the tragically short life of Thomas Comer, the first fallen hero of the Boston Artillery. I am sharing his story on Armistice Day as a tribute to the young man, 110 years after his death.

In-Person 3-D Talk and Workshop: ‘Visual Arts in the Stereoscope: An Overview’, 22nd Nov. 2025, Long Compton, UK.

In-Person 3-D Talk and Workshop: ‘Visual Arts in the Stereoscope: An Overview’, 22nd Nov. 2025, Long Compton, UK.

The Brian May Archive of Stereoscopy are giving an in-person 3-D talk and workshop on Visual Arts in the Stereoscope as part of the RPS Visual Arts Group's Rollright meeting.

Free Online Halloween 3-D Talk: ‘Ghosts, Witches, Skeletons and Little Devils’ 31st Oct. 2025

Free Online Halloween 3-D Talk: ‘Ghosts, Witches, Skeletons and Little Devils’ 31st Oct. 2025

The Brian May Archive of Stereoscopy are offering a free online 3-D talk so you can join them for spooktacular stereos this halloween.

Advertising in the Stereoscope

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.

‘Napoleon III and his time in the Stereoscope’: In-person 3-D talk, 29th October, Camden Place, Chislehurst, UK.

‘Napoleon III and his time in the Stereoscope’: In-person 3-D talk, 29th October, Camden Place, Chislehurst, UK.

Come and immerse yourself in the fascinating world of Napoleon III through the lenses of a Stereoscope! This in-person event will take you on a journey back in time to explore the life and times of this iconic historical figure at the beautiful place where he breathed his last.

Free Online 3-D Talk: ‘Charles Wheatstone’s Last Days, Funeral Services and Legacy’ 18th Oct 2025

Free Online 3-D Talk: ‘Charles Wheatstone’s Last Days, Funeral Services and Legacy’ 18th Oct 2025

Denis Pellerin, from The Brian May Archive of Stereoscopy, is giving a free online 3-D talk to commemorate the genius polymath Sir Charles Wheatstone, near the 150th anniversary of his death.

William Hemsley, Another Artist Whose Work Inspired Stereoscopic Photographers

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.