I'm new to large format photography and I'm still developing some basic skills. I've tried using a Polaroid back and Polaroid 54 film to get some instant feedback of my composition, use of filters, focus, and exposure in the field. After getting a decent Polaroid then I do the "real" shot on E-6.
The problem is my Polaroids don't look that great. They aren't that sharp (even when the E-6 transparency is sharp). The images sometimes have a mottled look with white patches. Sometimes I even see some brown on the image. Is this normal? Even the blotchy Polaroids are helpful in the field, but I'm wondering if I'm doing something wrong.
Thanks for any help you can provide.
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