Hi
I am in search of a good large format camera and really do not know where to start. I have read though a lot of the postings on this forum and looked around quite a bit and have no clue where to start. So I am looking for some guidance. So I will start with some information about me.
I am an editorial photographer who is trying to make the jump to becoming a commercial photographer. I have wanted to get a large format camera for years but have never done it because of a lack of knowledge. Right now I really want to start doing a series of large format portraits and do either gum prints or platinum palladium prints with them. What I love about LF is the sharpness, tonal range, detail, and over all feel that LF negatives offer. I have only used a large format camera a few times. I have a basic knowledge of using movements and how a large format camera works.
I will also use the camera for landscape and architecture. So some movements would be great.
Price wise I am looking to get started with the camera, film holders and a lens for under $1,500usd.
To see some of my current work please visit my website www.bumgardnerphoto.com hopefully it will be able to give you some insight about where I am photographically and help you help me figure out what I need to start with.
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