1847 Rooms over the Drug Store of Dr. Dodge, Little Rock, Arkansas.
1848 In the Hall of the Music Association, Van Buren, Arkansas.
1848 Markham Street, over the Barber Shop, Little Rock, Arkansas.
1854-1855 Corner of Markham and Main Streets, Little Rock, Arkansas.
1847 August 26. Weekly Arkansas Gazette. (Little Rock, Arkansas.) August 26, 1847, Vol. XXVIII, No. 339, Whole No. 1442, P. 2.
Photography.—R. McCreight, an artist from Alabama, has taken rooms over the Drug Store of Dr. Dodge, where he will be gratified to receive the visits of such of our citizens as may desire to transmit their beauty to posterity. Some one has said that the best plate upon which a man’s likeness can be taken is woman’s heart, because the impression, once received, no lapse of time, or change of circumstances can efface. But we have seen some of our friends taken by Mr. McC. Upon plates of his own, which, from their strong impression, as well as faithfulness of lineament, and justice of coloring, will, also, stand the test of scrutiny and of time.
The specimens in his room, including many interesting groups, and among them a full-length likeness, in miniature, of Gen. Taylor, will, when seen, do more to recommend Mr. McC., than any thing we can say. Call and see for yourselves, while it is fair weather.
1848 April 8. Arkansas Intelligencer. (Van Buren, Arkansas.) April 8, 1848, Vol. 7, No. 8, P. 2.
Photographic Miniatures.—Mr. R. McCreight is tarrying among us for a short time, and has located his studio in the hall of the Musical Association, where he has been engaged for several days taking most excellent likenesses of some of our citizens, by Daguerreotype process. We have just returned from a visit to his room where we have seen some of the best Daguerreotype pictures we ever saw,—and we have seen some from the hands of the most eminent artists.
This is a most excellent opportunity for those of our citizens who desire to perpetuate their images to the “unborn million” or to send them to distant relatives. As this is the cheapest and most correct mode of having the, taken. The durability of the impressions, is now ensured beyond the least uncertainty, by chemical aid. Mr. M. [sic.] McCreight can take pictures with any amount of shading or coloring that the subject may require.
1848 April 22. Arkansas Intelligencer. (Van Buren, Arkansas.) April 22, 1848, Vol. 7, No. 10, P. 2.
The Daguerreotype Establishment.—The rooms of Mr. McCreight, the Photographist, over the corner opposite Scott, White & Co., are thronged daily by visitors procuring pictures and inspecting those of their friends, as they assume shape and form—springing, as it were, into “things of life”—from the hands of this accomplished Artist. He has taken several as fine miniatures as we have ever seen produced by this art. There seems to be a “perfect rush” among our folks—sires, matrons, belles and beaux—to be first in at the “sitting.” The most beautiful specimens of Mr. C.’s success are the pictures of several lovely and interesting little girls, who are yet unaware of the more lasting and important “impressions” their pretty faces are destined to make upon the hearts of the coming crop of beaux.
1848 August 31. Arkansas State Gazette. (Little Rock, Arkansas.) August 31, 1848, Vol. XXIX, No. 40, Whole No. 1495, P. 2.
Daguerreotype Gallery. R. McCreight, has the pleasure of informing the citizens of Little Rock, and the public generally, that he will return to Little Rock, about the 1st of October next, with a large stock of Instruments, and material of the very best quality, for taking miniatures. He will provide with plates and cases of all sizes; and will remain in the city during the winter.
1848 November 2. Arkansas State Gazette. (Little Rock, Arkansas.) November 2, 1848, Vol. XXIX, No. 49, Whole No. 1505, P. 2.
Daguerreotype.—Mr. McCreight, well known in this place for his skill and success in taking miniatures, is now prepared to attend to all who may favor him with a call. Mr. McCreight has a large stock of materials, and a variety of plates and cases to suit the taste, and pockets of all.
Rooms on Markham Street, over the Barber’s shop, where he can be found at all times.
1854 November 3. Arkansas State Gazette and Democrat. (Little Rock, Arkansas.) November 3, 1854, Gazette Vol. XXXV, No. 38, Democrat Vol. IX, No. 17, P. 2.
Those of our readers who are anxious to preserve a good likeness of their features, are referred to the advertisement of R. McCreight, Daguerrean Artist, in to-day’s paper. Mac. Is well known as a skillful master of his profession, and is now prepared to take handsome pictures from ugly faces. His stock of all kinds, is new and fine, and his instruments in first rate order.
1854 November 3. Arkansas State Gazette and Democrat. (Little Rock, Arkansas.) November 3, 1854, Gazette Vol. XXXV, No. 38, Democrat Vol. IX, No. 17, P. 3.
Superior Daguerreotypes. R. McCreight, Daguerrean Artist, respectfully informs the citizens of Little Rock and surrounding country, that he has fitted up his rooms in a superior manner, on the corner of Markham and Main Streets where he is now prepared to take pictures of the finest tone and style which cannot be surpassed by any in his profession. Being in possession of all the latest important improvements, one of which has been entirely neglected by the Artistic practice, which relieves the eye, and gives the face an expression of comeliness.
He would further invite the citizens generally who are desirous of having superior likenesses, true to life
That they have time, to give him a call
And see some sights at his Daguerrean Hall
He takes all sizes, from cases to Lockets
Which will really suit the state of the pockets
Advertisement ran from November 3, 1854 to March 30, 1855.
1854 November 22. The True Democrat. (Little Rock, Arkansas.) November 22, 1854, Old Series—Vol. XII, New Series—Vol. III, No. 6, P. 2.
Messrs. McCreight & Terry are fine artists, and give entire satisfaction to those who patronize them. Their room is on Markham street, near Main, up stairs, and has been fitted up especially for the purpose of taking life-like pictures.
1854 November 22. The True Democrat. (Little Rock, Arkansas.) November 22, 1854, Old Series—Vol. XII, New Series—Vol. III, No. 6, P. 3.
R. M’Creight. C. [N.] Terry. McCreight & C. McCreight & Terry, Daguerriean Artist, would call the attention of their friends and the public generally, to their splendid Side and Sky-light Gallery, at the corner of Main and Markham streets, where all can be supplpied with miniatures of the most superior quality on very moderate terms.
Come one and all, just give us a call
At our superior Sky-light Hall;
We’ll supply you with pictures superfine
In cases common, on finest kind.
We’ll prove to you just what we say,
Our work is inferior to none of the day;
Come ladies and gentlemen, come of all trades,
“And secure the shadow ere the substance fades.”
Advertisement was recorded eleven times between November 22, 1854 to February 14, 1855.
1855 February 14. The True Democrat. (Little Rock, Arkansas.) February 14, 1855, Old Series—Vol. XII, New Series—Vol. III, No. 18, P. 2.
R. McCreight, Having made some new discoveries in his business is satisfied that he can now please the most fastidious.
The improvements are obvious. Miniatures formerly taken by him will be taken over for half price. Prices from $2.00 to $20.
A very fine lot of cases on hand, some of which are extra. Please call and he will astonish you.
Advertisement was recorded six times between February 14 to April 17, 1855.
1855 February 16. Arkansas State Gazette and Democrat. (Little Rock, Arkansas.) February 16, 1855, Gazette Vol. XXXVI, No. 1, Democrat Vol. IX, No. 32, P. 2.
Improved Pictures.—McCreight, with a determination to excel, by which he hopes to commend himself to the public, and, at the same time, put money in his own pocket, has “brought on” some improvements in his art, by which he is enabled to succeed, better than ever has been done before, in taking pretty pictures from ugly faces. Read his advertisement, and then call at his rooms and have your picture taken.
1855 February 16. Arkansas State Gazette and Democrat (Little Rock, Arkansas.) February 16, 1855, Gazette Vol. XXXVI, No. 1, Democrat Vol. IX, No. 32, P. 3.
R. McCreight, Having made some new discoveries in his business is satisfied that he can now please the most fastidious.
The improvements are obvious. Miniatures formerly taken by him will be taken over for half price. Prices from $2.50 to $20.
A very fine lot of cases on hand, some of which are extra. Please call and he will astonish you.
Feb. 14, 1854.
Advertisement ran from February 16 to March 30, 1855.
1855 March 2. Arkansas State Gazette and Democrat. (Little Rock, Arkansas.) March 2, 1855, Gazette Vol. XXXVII, No. 3, Democrat Vol. IX, No. 34, P. 2.
McCreight, during the pressure of the times, and stress of the weather, seems to stand unaffected. His instruments and chemicals are in fine order, and he is, every day, verifying what we said of him, some time since, that he can, and does, take handsome Daguerreotypes from ugly subjects. Every one should go and see him.
