MakPhoto - Joe Makarski

07/28/2026

Come on out to the Fly Around Music & Arts Festival. Check out the incredible music and stop by to get your portrait. Or just stop in to say, “Hi.”

07/05/2026

Got to show family what it is I actually do and get some incredible plates today. My nephew AJ did an amazing job giving off that 1900s Appalachian look.

06/28/2026

Had a great time showing fellow studio partner how to make tin types today. It’s so crazy special watching people get excited and nervous make their first plates. was looking dapper in front of the lens. You both did a great job.

06/13/2026

Had the great pleasure of talking with today. I sincerely value his insight and opinion. Tony’s work is absolutely beautiful, do yourself a favor and go check it out.

06/09/2026

This Father's Day, book a one-of-a-kind heirloom tintype. Each portrait is handcrafted from start to finish, resulting in a unique metal portrait with unmatched character, depth, and authenticity.

Limited Spots Book Soon.
https://www.makphotostudios.com/tintype-portrait

Tell stories by taking portraits of people I meet. Restoring Faith in Humanity 1 Portrait at a time.

06/08/2026

The Corner Pockets stopped by The Field Lines Studio yesterday before their show. If you haven't seen them before, good news, they're BACK. If you haven't already, be sure to go check them out. You'll be sorry if you missed them.

06/05/2026

Flash back Friday. Is this even a thing anymore? This photo was taken back…man,
I don’t even remember how far back at abandoned mental hospital.

06/01/2026

Ever since the last Field Lines Studio photo walk I couldn't get this location and possible portrait images out of my head. I didn't even really now who I wanted to be in the portrait. Then one day, it came to me. Drew. He was the perfect fit.

05/29/2026

You've all asked, "When is the next workshop?" Well, here it is. Not only one workshop, but two on the same day! Saturday, June 27th, pick your choice of an afternoon or evening session.

Step into the past and make something that lasts.

Join me for a hands-on Wet Plate Collodion Workshop here in the Appalachian Mountains—a one-of-a-kind experience rooted in 19th-century photography. You’ll learn the full process from start to finish: pouring collodion, sensitizing your plate, exposing in camera, and developing your image by hand.

This isn’t digital. This isn’t instant. It’s slow, deliberate, and a little unpredictable—in all the best ways.

Each participant will leave with their own handmade tintype and a deeper understanding of this rugged, historic craft. No prior experience needed—just a willingness to get your hands dirty and embrace the process.

Spots are limited to 4. Book your spot soon. Link Bio.

05/26/2026

Thank you to everyone that came out this weekend. And boy did you. We all came away with an amazing experience plus some incredible Tin Types. Be sure to be on the look out for my next session. Which be post in the next day or so.

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