I have no problem making exposures in high contrast situations and reducing development accordingly to bring highlights into the printable range. However, I am unsure of how to handle scenes taken in low contrast light - scenes with a narrow tonal range. If I expose for shadow detail, often there are no highlight tones which reach Zone VII/VIII. However, if I overdevelop to increase contrast won't I be distorting the natural contrast? I want to represent the true nature of the light, but also don't want to make a flat and dull print. It is a question of delicate rendition..... Any advice greatly appreciated
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