I shoot primarily 4x5, scan, and then print on an Epson 10000, often up to 30"x40" on photo paper. I archivally mat, frame, display, and sell out of my own art gallery. A disturbing thing is...
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I shoot primarily 4x5, scan, and then print on an Epson 10000, often up to 30"x40" on photo paper. I archivally mat, frame, display, and sell out of my own art gallery. A disturbing thing is...
My random "blocks" over the years have simply spontaneously evaporated by just taking the time to "get lost" in the woods for a few days and nights. But now I have reached a totally different beast...
Though that golden twenty minutes at the end of the day is reserved most often f or my photographing eyes, I often resort to penning my thoughts that might represent that inspiring fading l ight....
I have been asked to produce a series of large permanent archival prints for a n ew mall. I was elated when the owner and the manager unanimously picked 6 of my favorite images. Four will be a t 4...
Sorry, forgot to also mention, the mall would truly like these to hang for many years, reconfirming my challenge to go about this project in a very archival manner in all aspects. Thanks again
I've been asked by an owner of a large city mall to come up with possibilities o f printing extremely large archival prints for a lobby. Five at 48"X 96" and one at 48"X168", all from 4X5's. I have...
An additional question...is this lens multicoated or only single coated? Thanks ***
Hello, I have been looking at two lenses, the Caltar II "E" 210 6.8(a previousl y posted question) and the Fuji 240 A. The Fuji's specs are quite sufficient, love the 52mm filter size, and its...
Hello, I have been contemplating the seemingly excellent specs of Calumet's Caltar II E 210. Being primarily a backpack guy, that lightweightness is attractive, large enough image circle, yet don't...
Joe, Thanks for your input. I certainly can accept how efficient websales can be, but how can a 72 dpi monitor replace the sensual closeness to the image one gets when gazing at the framed pr int in...
I would hope not to only invite fighting comments upon the pros and cons of digi tal vs. traditional film, but currently attempting to find comprehensive sources both in technical and philoso phical...
My low-res Umax 1200U, with trans adapter and Photoshop 6, certainly has its pro blems with capturing shadow details in my 4X5 transparacies. Hopefully without spending many thousands of do llars,...
I have just gotten off the phone at B&H, and was informed they no longer will be carrying Ready Loads and that Kodak no longer will be offering. From what I am hearing in other posted message s,...
After a call to B&H, I was told they are no longer carrying 4X5 in ANY Readyload s, only Quckloads!!! Seems as if all the emails note that Kodak is on the verge of reoffering quite a few film...
Glenn, I like to thank you for your original positive input about the bag. Threw 67 bo dy, 3 lenses, bottle of water, pretty much everything out of my favorite bag, strapped it up, hiked a couple...
Glenn, I had researched that particular standup backpack long before I ordered. But whe n I received it, noticed the openings to the compartments were too small. It still is a good idea, but also s...
After receiving Domke Outpack and paying a great price from B&H, realized quickl y how poorly designed the front loading system was(most likely the strongest reason why its on sale). My L owepro has...
John, are all step-up rings exactly the same, any manufacturer better than the o ther, perhaps to minimize the problem you had mentioned
Being that so many lenses have so many different filter sizes, is it wise to sim ply purchase all filters in, lets say 82mm, then use step-up adapters to fit all lenses? I have tried to keep to the...
Lars, Could you explain further how the specs you read shows the lens to be a question able purchase?
Another questions that affects my use of the 80mm XL: It would be used on my Toy o 45AX, is there any considerations I must take in regard to coverage limits based upon this particul ar camera
I have no experience with wider lenses such as the 90mm-75mm and their needs for center filters, which I also know little about their function. I have heard that the Schneider 80mm XL does n ot need...
Just to add, this would be my widest lens, then my 125mm Fuji. I am unsure how a center filter works and have read often how important it is with wider lenses. Is this an important addition if...
Should I assume that the new Schneider 80mm XL will be in short supply for quite some time and the prices held rather high until the feeding frenzy calms down? White's prices seem somewh at inflated...
Noticed again the works of John Wimberley in the Sept/Oct 2000 issue of View Cam era magazine. Does anyone know whether he has ever published a book? Does he have a website of his images? Thanks
There is a particular "stacking" or graphic "shortening" of forground and backgr ound I hope to discover in a slightly long lens. I already have a Fuji 300C which is somewhat too dramatic in this...
Gentlemen, I have another rather naive question. Can I assume that the smaller the image ci rcle for any particular lens results in finer, sharper details? I have a tendency of not using much...
Gentlemen, My question may seems immature to most, but am curious if there is an aid to vis ualizing what each focal length appears to contain. I have shot now for 2 years a very sharp Fuji 125...
Gentlemen, I apologize, in my first question I incorrectly typed my email addres s. If it is of any concern, the second question I posted the corrected address. Sorry, Gary
Gentlemen, Forgot to ask one additional question-has anyone done a comparitive sharpness te st between the Nikon 200M and the Nikon 210W? That minimum weight is remarkable. Agreed, the image circle...
Gentlemen, I have researched much in the thepast, excluded the Nikon 200mm M for its small image circle(though appreciate its 52mm filter size-I have Fuji 300 and Fuji 125), considering the p...
Gentlemen, My large Lowepro backpack I assume to large to store in overhead compartments on most airlines. Any ideas as to other Lowepro backpacks that will allow for either a Pentax 67 with 3...
Gentlemen,
Who has the best prices for 4X5 ReadyLoads and/or Quickloads? Of course, availab ility is an issue as well. Notice B&H does not carry negative films anymore. Obviously there is a...
Hello, Have noticed odd little lighter spots on Polaroid film in temperatures reaching the teens. Have I not exposed long enough? Are the developing chemicals freezing up? Any solutions? Also is it...
Though I strickly shoot 4X5 and some medium format negative film for my gallery images, often ponder if and how soon digital archival prints will be accepted on the level of continuous tone images....
Hello, After relocating to the distant woods and living in a large 5th wheel trailer, often confronted with primary darkroom questions:Building a mini-darkroom in a extra closet/washroom strickly...
Remember previous 28 years as corporate graphic designer passionately observing studio photographers wield around those heavy Polaroid backs, great for proofing of detail and exposure. Now that I...
I thank the responders who have pointed me in the direction of Robert White in London. His prices are exceptionally low, especially on German lenses. Is there any other hidden expenses I am not...
Thomas,
I moved 3 hours away from Portland last year into the woods of central Oregon. Bend has very few resources for film, processing, and printing. So I have gotten used to UPSing to my...
My studio/home is now 3 hours driving time away from the nearest pro merchandizer of equipment and film. Have been using primarily B&H for everything. Is there a more economical source for bulk...