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Lynn Radeka also sells a maskig kit that provides detail and "how-to" regarding various different masks used in monochrome work. Look here: http://www.maskingkits.com/

I've also previously sourced it from Photo Reisel in Sydney and Les Porter in Newcastle. It would be worth flicking an email to Les to see whether he stilll has some. I anticipate he will be happy to...

... and for a directly contrary opinion: :) As a rule always use glass neg carriers with 4x5. This will help ensure sharpness across the negative by completely eliminating bowing of the negative. ...

My suggestion Frank was a troll was meant in jest - hence the "emoticon" thingy. I wasn't serious - just picking up on the mildly provocative tenor of some of his posts (both visual and literary). I...

Not sure exactly what Peter did, but dont feed the troll ! :p

Cheers

John,

Unfotunately this product appears to have been discontinued - check Freestyle's website :mad:

I've never used Fomapan but I do process FP4+ in Rodinal 1+50 in a Jobo 2551 tank. Bear in mind that agitation is one of the variables that will impact development when using Rodinal (refer df...

What I did during the summer holidays:

http://members.iinet.net.au/~cbird/tree_cathie_1_frame_1.jpg

200/f8 Nikkor-M on Linhof Tech IV
3s @ F22 (EI 64)
FP4+ in Rodinal 1+50 Dev 10mins (N+1)
...

Hi Tom,

I was born and grew up in the lower half of the SI of NZ and know the area pretty well. Your biggest problem is going to be a lack of time. :)

Milford Sound is everything its cracked...

Start to finish, what do I do?

Invariably I witness my high hopes get reduced to disappointing mediocrity.

All too rarely those same high hopes get close to being realised.

The latter...

... and he's most definitely not a female :D

It was my inability to find any info on the web that prompted me to post this material. Hope you find it useful.

Cheers

Think long and hard about getting a Tech III. Nothing wrong with them (as other users have attested) but if you ever need spare parts then dont hold your breath... Make sure it is at least a v5 of...

I cant, but if you post your query in the "Linhof serial Numbers" thread then Bob Salomon (who I think is Linhof's US sales rep) may be able to. You might also make his task easier by telling him the...

Just to add to what Frank has said: It appears to be a late model IV given the serial number and shape of the top of the RF housing.

Tech IVs usually came with tan leather. A good test of...

Freestyle have ortho under their "specialty" B&W film heading: both Adox and Efke brands

See for eg http://www.freestylephoto.biz/c407-Black-and-White-Film-Specialty-Films

Cheers

John, I like both of these. But one question: what's a smudge pot? Is this what we kiwis would call a frost pot (i.e. a device that burns fuel to change the micro-climate and keep frost at bay)?
...

Then the photos will be processed using the recently rejuvenated K-14a process and presented as the long-lost "Lake Michigan" photos by either Ansel Adams or Uncle Earle ... :D

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Hi Rick,

Subject to price satisfying your requirement no.6, I'm pretty confident that the 2521 tank you originally played with is going to come close to meeting your specifications.

You'll...

Rick,

For my B&W processing I use the 2551 tank which holds 2 x 2509n reels. (This is the next size up from the 2521).

I only use rotary development and have never tried inversion - I suspect...

Very nice, Shane.

You've peaked my interest: I must get to the Otways one day...

Its always good to see more Aussie pics on the forum.

Cheers

Richard,

Here are a few more Sydney options that you could investigate if required:

Vision Graphics at St Leonards in Nth Sydney

The Lighthouse Lab - run by Stephen Frizza who frequents...

No problem Don, thanks for the feedback :)

Regards

Hi Don,

Thanks for the comment :)

I do vascillate over this manner of presentation. But seeing as I decided to present the images this way on my website, its easier to just link to those...

Robert,

Some directions to Yosemite Creek that I found on the net. Based on this it shouldn't be too hard to find (suggest you also refer to google maps):

"1.3-kilometres trail starts in the...

Sylvia Falls are indeed worth a look. Here's an image I made there a while ago: Sylvia Falls

It's a grunt getting down there (and back up) with an LF outfit on your back. I trust you have a...

Hi Robert,

The classic sunset shot is the Three Sisters at Echo Point, Katoomba from the viewing platform - but, if its a nice evening then be prepared to get there early to book your spot amongst...

I'm surprised at the negative reaction to this film. I found it quite engrossing (although I'll agree with "Sun of Sand" regarding the one scene that doesn't quite work).

I'd recommend the show to...

Hi Jim,

Thanks for your kind words. They mean a lot to me as I have nothing but the utmost respect for your eye and vision - an opinion formed on the basis of the exceedingly fine images you post...

Nice images everyone :)

Here's the closest thing we've got to Ansel's tripod holes in Australia: My take on the vista that every tourist with a camera captures while in the Blue Mountains.
...

A recent image from New Zealand

http://members.iinet.net.au/~cbird/himatangi_frame_1.jpg

Winter Sunset, Himatangi Beach, New Zealand 2010

A rather chilly windy evening on the beach

300/f9...

You haven't told us what your intended use is, but if it is for landscape use then I'd also throw the 200/f8 Nikkor-M into the mix. Small, light, sharp. :)

My own 4x5 lens kit for my landscape...

Hi David,

I've been down the Valley of the Waters as far as Sylvia Falls (at least I think thats what they're called - the next ones down from Empress Falls). Two things have stopped me going...

Ed, thanks for your comments and suggestions.

This was a first go at printing this neg. I have been so preoccupied with retaining the detail in the shadowed rock on the left hand side (Hanging...

Thanks to all for their suggestions. The visit went well and I even got to escape the family obligations and spend some time with my camera...

Here's one image I made while over there:

Trees,...

A recent image:

Trees, Ridgeview Rd, Palmerston North, New Zealand
An attempt to capture the overwhelming detail presented to the eye by this stand of trees in winter...

135m/f5.6...

A recent image:

Hanging Rock and Baltzer Point in the Blue Mountains of NSW Australia - a truly scary spot (big cliffs, no fences...)
Nikkor-SW 90mm on Linhof Super Tech IV
Ilford FP4+ in...

Eric,

PM sent re postage to Australia

Cheers

Hi E S

Fell free to ignore the following (after all, what do I know?), but in terms of composition I find the out of focus foreground slightly distracting. If it was me, I'd be tempted to try a...

Hi Len,

I can close my Tech IV with my 135/5.6 Apo-Sironar-S mounted on a flat board - complete with 49mm filter on the front, both caps and cable release! I realise I'm talking about a different...

David,

Hi from another Sydney-sider. That's what I'd expect to see. For a given negative size and same column height, think of the shorter focal length Schneider lens as being a wide angle, while...