I have a question on which I can't seem to find any discussion.
I have many photographs, some dating to the mid 1800's. I would like to document the details on the back of the photo. However, I can't take the chance that the ink may contain any acid or will in any way compromise the photo.
Anyone have any ideas?
Wes
They have special pencils that can be used on photos. I know exactly what you mean. My grandmother wrote on the back of some of her old photos that were her mothers in the early 70's and I can already see the ink on the front as it bled through. But the ones that her mother wrote on in pencil are just fine. I buy mine from Creative Memory, but they sell them at most scrapbook stores.
Sandy
Thanks Sandy,
I'll try to f> They have special pencils that can be used on photos. I know exactly
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