The DarkSlides Photography Collective

Featured Artist

Scott Walton

Florida, USA

Western and Midwest US

Large Format Film images of the Landscape and Details found in Nature

Photo by Scott Walton

United by Tradition

The DarkSlides represents a collective of seven accomplished large format landscape photographers, each bringing their unique perspective and regional expertise to the traditional art of view camera photography.

Large Format Mastery

Each member specializes in 4x5 and 8x10 view camera systems, bringing decades of combined experience in traditional film photography techniques.

Regional Expertise

From the deserts of Arizona to the alpine lakes of Colorado, our collective spans the diverse landscapes of the American West.

Collaborative Spirit

While maintaining individual artistic voices, we share knowledge, locations, and techniques to elevate the craft of landscape photography.

The DarkSlides Collective

Discover master large format landscape photographers across America

Jay Tayag

Jay Tayag

California, USA

Ben Horne

Ben Horne

San Diego, Ca

Ryan Gillespie

Ryan Gillespie

Washington, USA

Scott Walton

Scott Walton

Florida, USA

Marty Quinn

Marty Quinn

Arizona, USA

Chris Darnell

Chris Darnell

Utah, USA

Tony Santo

Tony Santo

Nevada, USA

Collective Vision

A curated selection showcasing the diverse perspectives and technical mastery of our collective members

Photo by Jay Tayag

Untitled

by Jay Tayag

Colorful Corner

Colorful Corner

by Chris Darnell

Death Valley

Death Valley

by Tony Santo

Farm Shed

Farm Shed

by Ryan Gillespie

Firmly Rooted

Firmly Rooted

by Ben Horne

Riverside Trees, Fall, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, NC

Riverside Trees, Fall, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, NC

by Scott Walton

Canyon’s Gentle Glow

Canyon’s Gentle Glow

by Marty Quinn

Badwater

Badwater

by Jay Tayag

Join the Conversation

The DarkSlides collective is built on the spirit of collaboration and shared knowledge. Connect with us to learn about workshops, exhibitions, and the craft of large format photography.

Workshops & Events

Join our collective workshops across the American West. Learn traditional large format techniques in stunning locations with master photographers.

View Upcoming Workshops

Exhibitions & Collections

Explore opportunities to view and acquire fine art prints from The DarkSlides collective. Museum-quality large format photography available for collectors.

Current Exhibitions