Still scanning my old film images. . .
Dec 19, 2013 08:32:29 #
Here are a couple images that some may find interesting. These were taken with Ilford XP in 120 format. Since this is a B&W film with a chromogenic film base that processes in C-41 chemistry, the film has a built in tone.
When I scanned these, I scanned them as color negs, getting this really delightful tone to the images.
Comments and questions are always welcome.
When I scanned these, I scanned them as color negs, getting this really delightful tone to the images.
Comments and questions are always welcome.
Window light head shot
Teddy Bear Picnic
Dec 19, 2013 09:08:29 #
Dec 19, 2013 09:09:40 #
Well done - your photos have nice tonal range from deep black to bright white. Could you share some information about the type of scanner, image size, and resolution?
I use a Minolta Dimage for 35mm and a Epson perfection flat bed for medium format. I prefer the Minolta since it is a dedicated film scanner with image correcting software.
Thanks for any information you can add.
I use a Minolta Dimage for 35mm and a Epson perfection flat bed for medium format. I prefer the Minolta since it is a dedicated film scanner with image correcting software.
Thanks for any information you can add.
Dec 19, 2013 14:47:34 #
PeterM wrote:
Well done - your photos have nice tonal range from deep black to bright white. Could you share some information about the type of scanner, image size, and resolution?
I use a Minolta Dimage for 35mm and a Epson perfection flat bed for medium format. I prefer the Minolta since it is a dedicated film scanner with image correcting software.
Thanks for any information you can add.
I use a Minolta Dimage for 35mm and a Epson perfection flat bed for medium format. I prefer the Minolta since it is a dedicated film scanner with image correcting software.
Thanks for any information you can add.
Thank you for your comments. My scanner is an Epson V700 Photo. I generally scan at 1200 dpi, and reduce to 400 dpi after the fact in Photoshop. Also, I scan to a .tiff format, which works best for printing in my Epson Stylus Pro 4880 printer.
Dec 19, 2013 14:48:24 #
PierreH wrote:
Lovely work.
Thanks for sharing.
Pierre
Thanks for sharing.
Pierre
Thank you for your comments.
Dec 19, 2013 21:48:35 #
Very nice work. I love the window light on the model's face. Her expression seems completely natural and unforced. The pose and teddy bears make for a fun expression in the second. Good job.
Dec 19, 2013 23:23:10 #
Treepusher wrote:
Very nice work. I love the window light on the model's face. Her expression seems completely natural and unforced. The pose and teddy bears make for a fun expression in the second. Good job.
Thank you for looking and for your kind comments. I always meet with and interview a client before any shoot. I find it often give info to me that can bring something unique to the session. In this case, when I asked my usual questions it came out that she collected teddy bears. "Great, bring them!"
Imagine my surprise and delight when she showed up with her minivan filled with bags full of teddy bears. Here is a color image of just some of the bears.
Teddy Bears
Dec 20, 2013 05:49:13 #
Dec 20, 2013 11:24:43 #
Dec 20, 2013 20:51:50 #
mooseeyes wrote:
Here are a couple images that some may find interesting. These were taken with Ilford XP in 120 format. Since this is a B&W film with a chromogenic film base that processes in C-41 chemistry, the film has a built in tone.
When I scanned these, I scanned them as color negs, getting this really delightful tone to the images.
Comments and questions are always welcome.
When I scanned these, I scanned them as color negs, getting this really delightful tone to the images.
Comments and questions are always welcome.
:thumbup: :thumbup: No.2 was lucky she didn't sneeze and lose a couple of teddy bears! :-D
Dec 20, 2013 21:50:24 #
I love the tone and lighting in #1. Looks timeless. And #2 is fun. I love the smile on the dark bear's face (where she rests her hand and even more love the look on the little white bear that is about 1/3 from the bottom right. Appears he's not so pleased to be so far away from the subject. Always a pleasure to see your images, Ken.
Dec 20, 2013 22:06:11 #
I greatly respect your work from an era before digital. Even back then...it shows you have a great eye and the talent to process photos. Great Job from an era that I for one respect. These are wonderful images.
Dec 21, 2013 12:32:08 #
Dec 23, 2013 01:08:19 #
carlysue wrote:
I love the tone and lighting in #1. Looks timeless. And #2 is fun. I love the smile on the dark bear's face (where she rests her hand and even more love the look on the little white bear that is about 1/3 from the bottom right. Appears he's not so pleased to be so far away from the subject. Always a pleasure to see your images, Ken.
Only you would check out the faces and emotions of the bears! Thank you for your kind comments my friend. Of course the really good images from this session cannot be posted here. . . :oops:
Ken
Dec 23, 2013 01:11:10 #
James56 wrote:
I greatly respect your work from an era before digital. Even back then...it shows you have a great eye and the talent to process photos. Great Job from an era that I for one respect. These are wonderful images.
I still miss the old film days, and the hours spent in the darkroom; but, I have given myself over to the digital world with just a bit of a fight.
Thank you for your kind comments.
Ken
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