Repair
Damaged Photo Repair: What Can Be Fixed, and How
Most old photos that look ruined still hold more of the picture than you would think. This guide walks through the common kinds of damage, from creases and tears to water spots and silvering, and explains what a careful restoration can bring back, where the limits are, and how to scan or photograph a damaged print so nothing more is lost.
Full article coming soon. I’m writing an in-depth guide on this topic. In the meantime, you can read the cleaning, storage and color guides, or try a quick preview of your own photo.