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    Re: DIY Perscheid lens

    When considering making a soft-focus lens with these closeup filters, don't forget that places like S. K. Grimes can make adapters that fit the filters into shutters. The shutter does not have to be...
  2. Re: Fall Colors trip in the Blue Ridge Mountains?

    Check out the website of the Old Farmer's Almanac which has a map of all stages of the foliage season. The colors move down the country from north to south, county by county, with a date counter...
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    Re: "THE NEXT STEP" by Al Weber

    I have a copy, and after reading it bought 3 copies for my grandchildren. None plan on being photographers, so I just told them to mentally remove the word photographer from the book, and substitute...
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    Re: Large Format Landscapes

    I also ike how the trees in the center combined with the fog increases the 3-D effect. Excellent.
    Keith F.
  5. Re: What Was the Process for Getting War Zone Photographs to Print Before Digital Cam

    Joe Rosenthal's famous photo of the Iwo Jima flag raising is a case in point. His undeveloped negative was sent back to Guam for developing. The photo crew there recognized the image's value and...
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    Re: Apertures for Zeiss Triple Convertible

    When using the single elements of my Zeiss Series VII set, I use a filter on the front of the shutter to ensure no dust gets inside the shutter. S.K. Grimes made the adapter for me. For black &...
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    Re: Ansel Adams Examples - new edition

    Even though I have the first paperback edition from 1989, I bought a copy the new paperback printing because earlier postings indicated the new version was better. I compared the new "fifteenth...
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    Re: What did you compose at Waters Edge?

    Tuco,
    The distilled water shortage seems to be a problem in our whole [U]region[U]. For example, the supermarkets out here on the Olympic Peninsula have not had it for at least 3 weeks.
    Also,...
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    Re: Tiny Format Portraits

    Randy,
    I also agree that you made an excellent portrait. But I've been sitting here for several minutes laughing because I could imagine the print having a caption saying, "Dad! You mean you don't...
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    Re: Post Your Photos Made At Close Distance

    Mattk,
    That is the very FIRST image I have ever seen taken with an oscillo-raptar. Based on what I have heard, I have assumed those lenses were, as Tin Can noted, useful only as paper weights. I...
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    Re: Deadly hike----Haz-Mat the cause?

    Toxic algae in Anderson Lake here on the Olympic Peninsula has forced the closing of the lake each summer since 2006. Our local newspaper, The Leader, reported a couple of years ago that two dogs...
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    Re: New and need help

    The OP's post mentioned he has serious issues with his back. Given that, I believe his choosing a large format camera should be his second decision, not the first. It would be prudent if he...
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    Re: Rodenstock fitting flange

    S. K. Grimes here in the USA can make one for you. Google the website.
    Keith
  14. Thread: Cougars

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    Re: Cougars

    My late wife reported hearing a scream from what she thought was a cougar out behind the house. After she died, I heard the same thing one summer evening. But the bird identification book says that...
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    Re: Nikor Canoe??

    Yes, that is a Nikor Canoe. Rocking it side to side kept the developer and other chemicals sloshing. I "think" it dates from the 1980's, but someone more knowledgeable than I surely will correct...
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    Re: Source for light meter calibration?

    The "Clalibration" caused me to be wary--until I realized the letters "Cla" may very well mean CLA, as in clean. lubricate, and adjust. So I bookmarked the site.

    Keith
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    Re: Jan Pietrzak’s passing.

    I am still unable to find a website that has photographs by Jan Pietrzak. Can anyone help me with this search?

    Keith
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    Re: Bergger Film Developer?

    Willie,
    The earlier versions of Bergger film from about 15-20 years ago were re-badged Forte films from Europe. Since Forte had an earlier connection to Kodak (pre-World War II I believe, the...
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    Re: Camera / tripod brace for vibration

    A lightweight, adjustable hiking pole to prop up the lens or camera probably would work well in a pinch. If hiking with the camera in a pack, you likely would be using a hiking pole anyway. But...
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    Re: Post your signs

    Tuco,
    Thanks for the extra detail. It clarifies the story--and reminds me to curtail my imagination sometimes.
    Keith
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    Re: Photographs of Historic Buildings

    Megapixel,
    At the bottom of your comments on Butler Square is a link to PhotoMidwest.org. I clicked on that link for info on PhotoMidwest, and got a dose of reality. The site, in listing its...
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    Re: Post your signs

    Tuco,
    My first impression was of a gate preventing entry to government-owned land, and probably a long-closed military facility. The moss on the vine maples on the right makes me think the location...
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    Re: Darkroom Venting

    As a side issue when constructing your exhaust fan system, give consideration to what covers the outside end of your exhaust pipe. Some of these covers include a single round flap that may not close...
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    Re: Chemical storage question

    It is embarrassing to admit this, but decades ago when I was a grad student living in a cheap apartment, I learned the hard way not to store my chemicals in my closet in re-used milk jugs. The jugs...
  25. Re: MF (6x4.5,6x6,6x7,6x9,6x12) B&W film images sharing

    Michael,

    Re-finish the high chair and you will have a family heirloom used by future generations.

    Keith
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    Re: safe haven for tiny formats

    I like this. It sure brings back good memories of my years in the Northern Virginia suburbs and our drives to visit my in-laws in Rappahannock County. Looks like the Blue Ridge in the distance too....
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    Re: Hetland School

    Excellent image. But I must admit that when I first saw the thumbnail image, I thought it was a pencil drawing. Glad I clicked on the thumbnail to see it larger.
    Keith
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    Re: Just Clouds

    Randy,
    "Clouds" is a fine, strong image. So strong that, as a native of the Southeast, I immediately had the feeling that it was time to quickly go inside before I was fried by lightning.

    Keith
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    Re: Good light lens for 8x10’

    If "super light" 8X10 coverage is the goal, then at least consider Protar VII lenses. I have a set of two German-made Zeiss Protar VII cells mounted in an Alphax shutter. The two cells, when used...
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    Re: ?? Gummy residue on Bregger film??

    I can't help with the gummy residue issue, but I do remember that the initial version of Bergger film was actually rebranded Forte film. When Forte shut down its film production, the Bergger brand...
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    Re: Donald Ross Photography

    Merg,

    Congratulations and many thanks for the link to your father's eBook. I bookmarked the link so I can go back through his images again and again. Impressive work!

    Keith
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    Re: What did you compose at Waters Edge?

    Joe O'Hara,
    My experience with encountering "miracle light" has been quite the opposite of yours. I have had many such experiences. Unfortunately, they almost invariably occur when I am out...
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    Re: W. Butcher & Son, Rapid Rectilinear

    Are there typographical errors in the listed dates? The listed dates are not linear.
  34. Re: Exposure, Light Leak or Darkroom Issues?

    I also have a Zone VI camera, and years ago I had problems with light leaks. I sent it to Richard Ritter (www.lg4mat.net) for calibration. He fixed the problem, and calibrated the camera--including...
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    Re: Jan Pietrzak’s passing.

    I only met Jan once, and that was at the View Camera conference, and the conversation was short. Even so, Jan (as others have also mentioned) clearly was a warm human being, and he made me feel as...
  36. Re: Aperture scale for Turner Reich Anastigmat Series II 5 X 7 lens

    If you want a professional-looking aperture scale, do an online search for LensN2Shutter.com. they can make one and install it on your shutter.

    Keith
  37. Re: 38 year old Polaroid pull-apart film advice

    The previous commenters provided good insights. Using your first image as a reference, shoot the remaining film, title the series as "Memories," and frame and exhibit the series. It will be seen as...
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    Re: safe haven for tiny formats

    Ken, I've been admiring of the brick church steeple for a couple of days. the sense of the texture of the bricks is super.
    keith
  39. Re: MF (6x4.5,6x6,6x7,6x9,6x12) B&W film images sharing

    Austin,
    In your image of the bus, the angle of the grass and the slight downward tilt of the vehicle combine to create the impression of high speed to the left. Nice!
    Keith
  40. Re: MF (6x4.5,6x6,6x7,6x9,6x12) B&W film images sharing

    Tuco,
    In our Northwest cloudy winter deep-gloom. I have had some success by taking an incident-light meter reading, opening up 3 stops, and developing my normal time. it works by increasing...
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