The Klondike was the last great gold rush and this collection of classic photographs tells its story in a refreshingly unique way. Vibrant and realistic colors were painstakingly added using modern digital techniques. The retouched photographs are spectacular and look strangely contemporary. Klondike in Color gives a new understanding of this epic event.

   The process to color these photographs required much careful attention. The first step was to remove imperfections such as dust and scratches and add contrast and tonal depth. Next, realistic colors were painstakingly added using modern digital techniques. The goal was to maintain the original photograph’s integrity and establish an aesthetic that is thematically correct. The result is a collection that looks and feels strangely contemporary. The Stampeders endured unimaginable hardships and took great risks. Some were killed by the trail and others traumatized by the rigors of the ordeal. It is with the greatest respect that these images were prepared.