Tim Rudman Exhibition

Yesterday, I was passing by The Lightbox in Woking and decided to have a look around. The building is fantastic, though for all its size, there isn't a great deal on display. However, one thing that did catch my eye was a photographic exhibition by Tim Rudman.

Tim Rudman is known for his split-toned prints - a technique he uses in most of his images - and holds distinctions from around the world for his innovative style of printing. Have a look at the gallery on his website - especially his works on the derelict Brighton Pier. They are even more impressive close-up.

Split toning is a technique whereby the shadows and highlights of an image are subtly different colours, producing an amazing effect if done properly. It's mostly used on a black and white image where subtle selenium and sepia tones are introduced. There is a good tutorial here on how to manage a similar effect in Photoshop. Tim Rudman uses a traditional chemical process to achieve split toning. I have no idea if the Photoshop results look as good, but I intend to give it a try when I next take a couple of portrait shots.

The exhibition officially finishes today - but there are permanent galleries on display on his website, and Tim Rudman seems to exhibit around the world fairly regularly. Definately a photographer worth seeking out.