I haven't shot a roll of film in over 35 years
Mar 18, 2017 23:23:25 #
But with a little help from Erich and a few others, and watching you-tube, I can now shoot, process, develop, scan and make my own pictures 
and having a blast doing it.
after developing this was the first picture I scanned.
Shot with a Minolta X-700
Minolta MD 35-70mm f/4 manual focus lens
1/1000 sec @ f/4
FUJI Fujifilm FUJICOLOR C200
The picture is of a wood Spirit that I hand carved.
It goes by several names: Wood Spirit, Wild Man, Savage Man, Woodwose. Whatever you call it, the next time you are strolling through the woods, keep an eye out for one of these elusive creatures.
Most often glimpsed as a green man with leaves for his beard and hair, the Wood Spirit is said to be Lord of the Forest and Natural Things. Seeing one is said to be quite a lucky thing, and European villagers used to go out on regular hunts, hoping to find a Wood Spirit to foretell the future of their village.
They are extremely strong. Wood Spirits can tear an opponent limb from limb and can tame any wild animal, including ferocious dragons and skittish unicorns. At the same time, they are gentle with the maidens, children, and men of good heart.
It is said that the forest will stand for as long as the Wood Spirit remains to keep order. And if you're lucky enough to see one, health happiness, and good fortune will be yours. However, that does not happen often. Wood Spirits would rather see than be seen. Most sightings are by children or by the pure of heart.
When you take your Wood Spirit home, give it a place of honor. Include the Wood Spirit in the audience when you tell jokes (Wood Spirits have a delightful sense of humor). If you do these things, your Wood Spirit will bring his gentle wisdom, humor, and luck into your home. Enjoy
and having a blast doing it.after developing this was the first picture I scanned.
Shot with a Minolta X-700
Minolta MD 35-70mm f/4 manual focus lens
1/1000 sec @ f/4
FUJI Fujifilm FUJICOLOR C200
The picture is of a wood Spirit that I hand carved.
It goes by several names: Wood Spirit, Wild Man, Savage Man, Woodwose. Whatever you call it, the next time you are strolling through the woods, keep an eye out for one of these elusive creatures.
Most often glimpsed as a green man with leaves for his beard and hair, the Wood Spirit is said to be Lord of the Forest and Natural Things. Seeing one is said to be quite a lucky thing, and European villagers used to go out on regular hunts, hoping to find a Wood Spirit to foretell the future of their village.
They are extremely strong. Wood Spirits can tear an opponent limb from limb and can tame any wild animal, including ferocious dragons and skittish unicorns. At the same time, they are gentle with the maidens, children, and men of good heart.
It is said that the forest will stand for as long as the Wood Spirit remains to keep order. And if you're lucky enough to see one, health happiness, and good fortune will be yours. However, that does not happen often. Wood Spirits would rather see than be seen. Most sightings are by children or by the pure of heart.
When you take your Wood Spirit home, give it a place of honor. Include the Wood Spirit in the audience when you tell jokes (Wood Spirits have a delightful sense of humor). If you do these things, your Wood Spirit will bring his gentle wisdom, humor, and luck into your home. Enjoy
Mar 19, 2017 04:48:02 #
Well done. Johnny. Sounds like a lot of fun, too. 
PS. Good work on the carving, too.
PS. Good work on the carving, too.
Mar 19, 2017 08:10:39 #
Good work Johnny - both picture and the carving ! 
Good to see another film buff here.
I just bought another Nikon F3.
Good to see another film buff here.
I just bought another Nikon F3.
Mar 19, 2017 10:22:24 #
Mar 19, 2017 11:36:50 #
DOOK wrote:
Well done. Johnny. Sounds like a lot of fun, too.
PS. Good work on the carving, too.
PS. Good work on the carving, too.
Thanks much Earl, it has been a blast, I have a lot to learn yet.
Mar 19, 2017 11:38:31 #
sundar wrote:
Good work Johnny - both picture and the carving !
Good to see another film buff here.
I just bought another Nikon F3.
Good to see another film buff here.
I just bought another Nikon F3.
Thanks much Sundar, I will be shooting a lot more film for sure.
Mar 19, 2017 11:39:14 #
Treepusher wrote:
Beautifully done! Great job on the carving, too!
Thanks much Randy!!!!
Mar 19, 2017 11:41:48 #
Johnny, I think what you are doing is outstanding...interesting! It is oblivious that you are enjoying it, having lots of fun. Also, enjoyed your "Wood Spirit" story. Thanks for sharing. Tejaswrangler
Tejaswrangler Mar 19, 2017 16:24:04 #
Wow, Johnny!!! You are certainly a fellow of many talents!! Beautiful carving and fine processing of this image, and your narrative is a delight!!!
Mar 19, 2017 21:42:46 #
DOOK wrote:
Well done. Johnny. Sounds like a lot of fun, too.
PS. Good work on the carving, too.
PS. Good work on the carving, too.
Thank you much Earl!!! Having a ball!!!!
Mar 19, 2017 21:44:04 #
tejaswrangler wrote:
Johnny, I think what you are doing is outstanding...interesting! It is oblivious that you are enjoying it, having lots of fun. Also, enjoyed your "Wood Spirit" story. Thanks for sharing. Tejaswrangler
Tejaswrangler Thanks much Wrangler, having a good ole time!!!!
Mar 19, 2017 21:46:28 #
Dixiegirl wrote:
Wow, Johnny!!! You are certainly a fellow of many talents!! Beautiful carving and fine processing of this image, and your narrative is a delight!!!
Thank you much Donna, just like having fun!!!
Mar 20, 2017 21:25:38 #
HOT Texas wrote:
But with a little help from Erich and a few others... (show quote)
wow...beautiful carving ht! i like your wood spirit, and i can tell he's got a sense of humor. love his eyes!
Mar 20, 2017 22:17:21 #
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