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Good one, Jon!

Darr, that's really good.

Thanks, Ron!

Nice work, Les.

I just heard about this book from Tim Rudman's newsletter.

https://www.routledge.com/The-Experimental-Darkroom-Contemporary-Uses-of-Traditional-Black--White/Anderson/p/book/9781032131863

Sure, as long as you buy from a repudiable place with a good return policy.

You can add castors to something like this: https://kupogrip.com/kupo-short-3-sct-wind-up-stand/

For a big camera, I'd add an adjustable strut from the leg pointed at the subject to the camera...

I have a Kupo part that goes from Junior receiver to a 3/8" camera stud. It wasn't expensive. Let's see: Kupo KS-097 Unscrew the knob, and the adapter fits a junior stand receiver. I really like...

I used to use a Junior rolling stand as a camera stand back when I had a small studio, but I didn't try it with a big camera.

There are wheeled dollies that you can attach your tripod too. It wouldn't be hard to DIY one. Other options are: getting a studio stand, using a wheeled cart, using a sturdy table.....

There are...

That a really intriguing photo!

I didn't know about Peel Away. Thanks, Greg! I've got an Agfa 8x10 that's undergoing restoration, as well.

Thanks, Guys. Nilla learned how to do steps faster than our other dogs. I looked around on the ground floor and couldn't find her, went up the steps, turned on the landing, and saw her waiting at...

https://www.dropbox.com/s/sya5am1nd2fq7k9/Nilla_Stairs.jpg?raw=1

Really neat, Randy!

As someone who's worked in a big studio, this list made me smile. Oh...and I've also schlepped a ton of Speedotron blackline gear around. There was no need to go to a gym to lift weights....

Welcome!

Or, why not just do whatever you'd like?

I did this. I'd say the material, other than the camera, cost about $1000. What greatly increases cost is adding flexibility. The single biggest cost in my system was a Velmex unislide. That let...

Some modern cameras will put out 4k or higher out of their HDMI ports. Hook that to a big TV, and focusing should be easy.

Bob, it all depends on the output that you're after. The workflow without stitching is so much faster. If it's good enough for your output needs, then I'd stop there. They only way to know for...

I agree that moving the film is often a better choice. That's what my system did...

Minimize cantilevers! If you're doing high magnifications, minimizing vibration becomes a huge thing. I read...

All very true. Another option, one the Daniel Moore uses, is to clamp the lens around it's circumference. That way, the body can be removed without messing with alignment.

Well done, Bill. The first one, in particular, is lovely!

Thanks, Guys. That view is due North, and so no luck with the moon.... Tuco, that's photo is terrific...and hilarious!

Well done, Maciek!

The suggestions on how to keep everything manageable are great ideas. People are likely to keep ahold of something if it's easy for them to do, and it's not an overwhelming task. Make your negative...

Thanks, Jon. I thought the same thing when I first saw it. It's a couple of block from where I live.

https://www.dropbox.com/s/h4dlvkfosj6xcd9/_DSC7243-HDR-Edit.jpg?raw=1

That's what I did as well.

Speaking as someone who just had to deal with my parent's estate, I'm in agreement. I will throw them out.

If you haven't set up a will, and in particular if you haven't setup your assets to be...

How about a Wollanston meniscus with a Packard as a good start? https://www.re-inventedphotoequip.com/Home.html

Otherwise, I like Imagons without the sink strainer aperture. It's easy to make...

Sandy, that's an interesting effect.

For roll film, I prefer using a glass AN top piece but the metal cutout for the bottom.

Note: there are two De Vere negative holders, a thick one and a newer, thinner one. I prefer the older one....

I'm with Jon. Well done, Sandy!

Good work, Jon. I like the restraint with the color versions.

Terrific photos, Scott!

Great job!

Yes, you have to get the diffusion right for a given print enlargement, and it likely means stopping down a bit more for bigger enlargements....

And you don't have to follow "The Rules". Hurrell...

Thanks, Les! I'd driven by the entrance to this place a number of times. I had no idea how immense it was, and how much was back there. There are miles of narrow roads on the property.