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Vintage Photography Poster | Art Deco Camera Art | Framed or Unframed

Vintage Photography Poster | Art Deco Camera Art | Framed or Unframed

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Celebrate photography's golden age with this Vintage Photographer Exhibition Poster by Swell Scenes. Featuring bold Art Deco design with geometric shapes, striking typography, and a stylized photographer behind a vintage camera, this reproduction captures the Sioux City Camera Club's Second Annual Exhibition aesthetic. Perfect for photography studios, darkrooms, vintage design collectors, and anyone who loves retro graphic design and camera culture.

Why You'll Love It

  • Art Deco Elegance: Bold geometric forms and striking gray, black, and gold palette embody early 20th-century design sophistication.
  • Photography Heritage: Celebrates vintage camera club culture and the golden age of photographic exhibitions and darkroom artistry.
  • Perfect Photographer Gift: Ideal for professional photographers, darkroom enthusiasts, camera collectors, or vintage design lovers.
  • Versatile Studio Decor: Adds authentic vintage character to photography studios, home offices, darkrooms, galleries, or creative workspaces.

About Vintage Photography Exhibition Posters

Vintage photography exhibition posters from the early 20th century represent a unique intersection of Art Deco graphic design and emerging camera club culture. During the 1920s-1940s, local camera clubs across America organized annual exhibitions celebrating the art of photography, commissioning bold poster designs to advertise their shows. These posters featured stylized cameras, geometric compositions, and sophisticated typography that reflected both the technical precision of photography and the aesthetic movements of the era. The Sioux City Camera Club, like hundreds of similar organizations nationwide, fostered amateur and professional photographers who gathered to share techniques, critique images, and elevate photography from mere documentation to recognized art form. Today, these vintage exhibition posters are prized by photographers, graphic designers, and collectors for their timeless design and connection to photography's rich cultural history.

Print & Frame Details

  • Premium 189gsm matte paper using archival pigment inks
  • Framed options include a 0.75″ (1.9 cm) Ayous wood frame in black, white, or natural
  • Lightweight Acrylite front protector and hanging hardware included
  • Available in multiple sizes, framed or unframed
  • Printed to order to reduce waste and support sustainable practices

Thoughtful Craftsmanship

At Swell Scenes, every print is made to order with museum-quality materials. Our vintage design series celebrates historic graphic art and cultural movements—made to bring retro sophistication and creative heritage into your space.

About Swell Scenes

Swell Scenes turns iconic designs into bold, beautiful artwork that fits any space. With a passion for vintage aesthetics, photography culture, and Art Deco elegance, our posters celebrate creative history and timeless design.

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Framed artwork with a floating frame canvas option on a white wall.

Framed Floating Canvases

Our floating framed canvas prints offer superior quality and the ultimate elegant look at an affordable price.

Three framed artworks with frame color options displayed on a white background.

Wood Frames

Our Ayous wood frames are lightweight, durable, and available in three colors. These frames are classic and classy.

Museum-Quality Prints

Our posters are printed on thick matte paper using a multicolor, water-based inkjet printer that makes for brilliant colors.

FAQs

What are the shipping costs?

Free. All Swell Scenes art prints include free shipping. The price you see is what you actually pay.

How long does it take to receive my order?

Most orders are printed, framed, and shipped within 3–4 business days. Delivery usually takes about a week depending on your location.

Are the prints ready to hang?

Framed prints arrive ready to hang with hardware already installed. Unframed prints are rolled and shipped in a sturdy tube for protection.

What kind of paper do you use?

Each print is made on museum-quality, thick matte paper with archival inks for rich color and lasting quality.

Can I get a custom size or frame color?

We currently offer a curated range of standard sizes and frame colors to ensure perfect quality and fit. If you need a specific size, reach out — we may be able to help.

Will the colors look the same in person?

Yes, but slight variations can occur due to monitor calibration and lighting. Each print is color-checked before shipping to match the artist’s original design.

Where are the prints made?

All Swell Scenes artwork is printed and framed in the U.S. using trusted print partners who specialize in fine art reproduction.

What is Acrylite and why do you use it?

Acrylite is a crystal-clear acrylic that protects your artwork like glass but is lighter, more durable, and shatter-resistant — perfect for home or gallery walls.

Do the prints come signed or numbered?

Our open-edition prints are not numbered, but each piece is part of our exclusive Swell Scenes collection and designed by our in-house artists.

Do you offer returns or replacements?

Yes. If your order arrives damaged or defective, we’ll replace it at no cost. Just contact us within 14 days with photos and your order number.