AboutPeter C. Amsden Expertise Questions related to the archiving and preservation of images. From photographic to electronic.
Experience I do have a reasonable knowledge of genealogy, being a member of the Society of Genealogist and of the Guild of One Name Studies. However, my real expertise lies in the area of archival preservation and the salvage of damaged photographs. I have made an in depth study of the subject. and my knowledge may be of particular value to those concerned with their personal archives. My knowledge extends from the photograph to film, video and computer imaging.
Organizations Associate of the Royal Photographic Society
Associate of the British Institute of Professional Photographers.
Publications Author of "Images for the Future" A guide to the selection & preservation of photographic & electronic images for personal archives. ISBN 0953501922
Education/Credentials Degree in Photo Science. Many years experience in the photographic, film and TV industries.
Question I have had so much trouble trying to find the right person to ask. If you don't know the answer, perhaps you could tell me who to ask.
Well, I remember as a child when I would spend nights with my grandmother, that she would warm up this brick and put it in my bed, it would keep my feet warm all night. In cold Maine winters it woudl feel so nice.
Do you have any idea what type of brick or stone it was? or where to get it? If it is even available these days.
Answer Hi Joyce,
Asking the question of someone in Scotland who specialises in photography is certainly a long shot!
However, I do know what you are talking about, because they were quite common n the UK at one time. I can't see why they went out of fashion, since they do work.
I believe that in the Colonies (Maine wuld be one of them) they used soap stone for the purpose, but the reality is that almost any piece of stone would work, The heavier the better, because dense material keep hot longer. Mind you, even a solid house brick would work. Not so romantic perhaps, but one wrapped in a blanket, who cares on a cold night.
I suppose they went out of fashion with central heated houses and the modern electric blanket, but if you do still have one of those wonderful ovens that stays hot always it would be much 'greener' to keep a few hot bricks in there for those cold nights.
Trust this helps.
Best wishes, and stay warm
Peter
