Notman’s studio produced photographs in almost every genre, from portraiture to composite images to landscapes and industrial photographs. Selecting key works from an archive of thousands is complicated by the fact that there is so little information about which photographs Notman actually took. Although no definitive proof exists that Notman himself made these images, they all date from periods when he was actively involved in the business. These selections illustrate the breadth and creativity of the studio business that Notman created.


  • William Notman, Framework of Tube and Staging Looking In, Victoria Bridge, Montreal, 1859

    Framework of Tube and Staging Looking In, Victoria Bridge 1859

  • William Notman, Group of stereographs from the maple box, Saguenay and Rivière-du-Loup, Quebec, 1859–60

    Group of stereographs from the maple box 1859–60

  • William Notman, Caribou Hunting, The Chance Shot, Montreal, 1866

    Caribou Hunting, The Chance Shot 1866

  • William Notman, St. Regis Lacrosse Club, Montreal, 1867

    St. Regis Lacrosse Club 1867

  • William Notman, Mrs. Hillard’s Dead Baby, Montreal, 1868

    Mrs. Hillard’s Dead Baby 1868

  • William Notman, Mr. Collins’ Sleigh at Notman’s Studio, Bleury Street, Montreal, 1868–69

    Mr. Collins’ Sleigh at Notman’s Studio, Bleury Street 1868–69

  • William Notman, Chaudière Falls, Ottawa, 1870

    Chaudière Falls 1870

  • William Notman, Skating Carnival, Victoria Rink, Montreal, 1870

    Skating Carnival, Victoria Rink 1870

  • William Notman, Miss H. Frothingham, Montreal, 1871

    Miss H. Frothingham 1871

  • William Notman, Mrs. William MacKenzie in Allan’s Conservatory, Montreal, 1871

    Mrs. William MacKenzie in Allan’s Conservatory 1871

  • William Notman & Son, Sitting Bull, Montreal, 1885

    Sitting Bull 1885

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