Vannastype
Vannastype refers to a style of portraiture that originated in the United States, particularly in the Midwest, during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. It is characterized by a distinctive, formalized approach to capturing individuals, often using small, handheld cameras and specialized photographic equipment.
Typically, vannastype portraits depicted people in formal, upright poses, with an emphasis on capturing their likenesses
Photographers who specialized in vannastype portraiture often developed their own techniques and styles, using specialized equipment
While vannastype portraiture is no longer widely practiced, its influence can still be seen in contemporary
The term "vannastype" is derived from the name of Louis Arthur Vann, a prominent photographer from Sterling,