I also don't think it is weird at all. I find 8x10 far easier to work with. Not easier to carry, of course. I think 8x10 is my ideal large format for usability, though would give the edge to whole plate if you factor in bulk and weight.
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Like some of you have read in another topic I had some troubles with the development of this picture, so I had to some Post & Retouching work with it.
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...df209b34_b.jpgPlay ball by Smith De Westelinck
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11x14 tintype on aluminum.
Chamonix 11x14
Beseler Series III 18 in. f/3.6
Test plate for a wet plate demonstration.
First 11x14 portrait done in my portable dark tent.
It was tight but all the 11x14 gear fit.
Pouring big plates outside is definitely a challenge.
Plate was underexposed and a little over developed.
"Scanned" sloppily with a Canon 5D3.
I'm not into portraits but that's fascinating, neildw. Lovely palette, perfect focus.