Stand or sit

[Aaron Ng]

Hi,

Does it matter whether one stands or sits before his enlarger making prints? See ms like standing is more the usual way. Does it affect one's printing quality? D oes anyone know of any studies being done on this subject?

Many Thanks,

Aaron

[Huib]

:-)

Aaron, Is this a serious question?? :-)

:-)

[chris jordan]

I've rigged up a swing, so both my hands and feet are free for dodging and burning. Also, laying in a hammock greatly reduces wash times.

[Jim Galli]

Stand in front of the enlarger.....or.....sit in front of the computer; Hmmmm...maybe that's why digital is winning the war.

[Alec Jones]

Aaron just has a HARD time making decisions. New generation, you know, you know, you know.

[Chuck_1686]

When using an 8x10 Elwood most people kneel in front of it. As far as print quality vs. position sounds like a great MFA thesis.

[M.]

Yes there are studies (of similar situations, I don't know of any on the enlarger). Until fatigue sets in, standing is more efficient, thus presumably you also get better prints. A good compromise is a using a tall stool to rest your bumm between prints.

[Jeff Buckels]

I have a swivel stool, like dentists use. Like it a lot. You can get cheap, reasonable quality "models" at Costco for about $40. -jeff buckels

[John Kasaian]

Aaron, I kneel before the Elwood. It sort of makes darkroom work more spiritual. Hmmm, maybe I'll play a recording of Gregorian Chants next time I fire up the old 8x10 just for inspiration...........Cheers! -----John

[John Grunke]

Stand to compose, Sit to expose. A good habit to keep you from dancing into the enlarger during dodging & burning.