Using a 3010 with L-110 (HC-110 knock off, made by Legacy), I noticed a perfectly superimposed foam texture over the entire negatives. Almost like they were all double-exposed with shots of soap bubbles. What's striking is how well defined they are. It's faint with normal contrast- the shot above has a curve boost to make it easier to see.
I'm brand new to expert drums (this was my first attempt) but have been reading up. I added the developer while the tank is spinning, used 50-60 RPM (or as close as I could keep to it by hand), reversing every 3-4 turns, never stopped, not even for a second. Is this too much agitation? I'm using 700ml of solution. The film emulsion is facing inward.
I'll going to try a few different developers, try a pre-soak. Other suggestions would be great if anyone has them.
Nowhere in my searches have I seen issues with soapy developer. Leave it to me to invent a new screw up. Even if the developer was contaminated, or I didn't rinse the tank well enough, how can this sort of foam last long enough in such a rapidly spinning drum to leave such an indelible impression? Any ideas?
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