Getting back in the Saddle
Sep 24, 2013 19:42:30 #
I'm getting back into film photography after a 15-year absence. Many things have been responsible for this empty space, but I'm looking to get rolling again... as I am now retired.
The biggest problem seems to be a lack of good labs that are readily available. Perhaps I just need to go back to B/W and create my own darkroom, again?
If that is so, I look forward to once again becoming "one" with my cameras. It was always a warm, fuzzy feeling... knowing how what I saw in the viewfinder could/would look in a print. I've lost that while using P&S Digital cameras. Convenient they are... but relying on PhotoShop for finalizing the creative process is not as rewarding as a darkroom, for me.
See yinz guys, later.
Bill Cain
Pittsburgh, PA
The biggest problem seems to be a lack of good labs that are readily available. Perhaps I just need to go back to B/W and create my own darkroom, again?
If that is so, I look forward to once again becoming "one" with my cameras. It was always a warm, fuzzy feeling... knowing how what I saw in the viewfinder could/would look in a print. I've lost that while using P&S Digital cameras. Convenient they are... but relying on PhotoShop for finalizing the creative process is not as rewarding as a darkroom, for me.
See yinz guys, later.
Bill Cain
Pittsburgh, PA
Sep 24, 2013 19:50:54 #
FTn4ever wrote:
I'm getting back into film photography after a 15-... (show quote)
I know the "feeling" you mean.... something about running water, red glow of the safelight, smell of fixer/hypo etc.... Good luck with your reborn interest; welcome; and stick on some pictures for us to look at. Cheers
Sep 24, 2013 21:38:17 #
Sep 24, 2013 22:02:12 #
This seems to be film week on UHH ... Welcome. Check out the spreadsheet attached at this link:
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-149625-1.html
I didn't see TheDarkroom.com listed where I've been getting most of my developing performed.
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-149625-1.html
I didn't see TheDarkroom.com listed where I've been getting most of my developing performed.
Sep 24, 2013 23:27:59 #
Sep 25, 2013 00:08:18 #
CHG_CANON wrote:
This seems to be film week on UHH ... Welcome. Check out the spreadsheet attached at this link:
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-149625-1.html
I didn't see TheDarkroom.com listed where I've been getting most of my developing performed.
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-149625-1.html
I didn't see TheDarkroom.com listed where I've been getting most of my developing performed.
WOW! Great spreadsheet they put together and shared. It's an excellent start for my search to regain those warm fuzzy's of long ago. :) Thank you!
Took some pics @ a recent Pirates game. Film was Fujicolor Superia asa 1600, processed @ Walgreens. Camera was F3/T and lenses were 15mm f3.5 and 85mm f1.4, I believe.
See yinz guys, later.
Bill Cain
Pittsburgh, PA
statue @ PNC Park 1600 ASA 15mm f3.5
foul pole @ PNC Park 1600 ASA 85mm f1.4
Sep 25, 2013 06:21:43 #
Sep 25, 2013 06:39:50 #
Sep 25, 2013 07:59:50 #
Welcome to the Hog Bill from another Pittsburgher. Quite a few of us here in the Burgh and surrounding area though I haven't heard any shooting film. I moved to digital years ago and haven't looked back. Love the ability to know what I captured immediately. I do though have warm fuzzy memories of my days in the darkroom. ;)
Sep 25, 2013 11:41:21 #
Db7423 wrote:
Welcome to the Hog Bill from another Pittsburgher. Quite a few of us here in the Burgh and surrounding area though I haven't heard any shooting film. I moved to digital years ago and haven't looked back. Love the ability to know what I captured immediately. I do though have warm fuzzy memories of my days in the darkroom. ;)
Ah, yes, instant gratification; I knew it well. I have two Nikon P&S cameras, (950 & 995) languishing... somewhere. They were great vehicles for being introduced to the Digital Culture. That technology has matured to the point that a full-frame DSLR is on my bucket list.
In some ways, photography and music have traveled parallel routes. Analog was my first love. <sigh> When Digital developed, I embraced it. But I now find myself returning to both film and vinyl as "everyone with a computer is a DJ" and "every phone is a camera."
Progress? We'll see..........
Sep 25, 2013 15:56:10 #
Sep 25, 2013 18:22:55 #
FTn4ever wrote:
I'm getting back into film photography after a 15-... (show quote)
hello BILL
welcome to uhh ask questions have fun and post some pictures. Some real nice and friendly and knowable people on board here
keep in touch
saying hello from Pittsburgh
Sep 25, 2013 19:03:53 #
Sep 25, 2013 20:20:26 #
northsidejoe wrote:
hello BILL
welcome to uhh ask questions have fun and post some pictures. Some real nice and friendly and knowable people on board here
keep in touch
saying hello from Pittsburgh
welcome to uhh ask questions have fun and post some pictures. Some real nice and friendly and knowable people on board here
keep in touch
saying hello from Pittsburgh
Thanks, Joe. I've been checking things out, prior to registering and posting. Seems like a nice site and good people. Also, I posted a couple of pics in my second post. They're of PNC Park, in your neighborhood.
Sep 26, 2013 15:20:12 #
FTn4ever wrote:
I'm getting back into film photography after a 15-... (show quote)
Hey Bill, welcome to the hog. You are in good company. Most of us were in the same boat with you...Had to make a living so photography was put on the back burner. Stick to what you enjoy. If that is digital or film and darkroom, just have fun. Now that you are retired, it will make things a lot easier. Looking forward to seeing some more of your work.
Rich
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