Chemical Cameras

[jim_peterson2]

<p>I've been learning my way around WordPress and decided to put together a little site about my film cameras. If you have any interest please check it out at <a href="http://chemicalcameras.wordpress.com/">http://chemicalcameras.wordpress.com/</a><br>

All comments, critiques or other thoughts are welcome!</p>

[d_f11]

<p>The word "chemical" to indicate film cameras/usage does a DISservice to film usage/users. 'Sounds highly toxic, like a headline for a "green" article. Kindly change the name. Thank you.</p>

[jim_peterson2]

<p>Ah... hadn't really thought of that. In my mind it has more to do with chemistry or alchemy than anything toxic. But if enough people have the same reaction I would certainly consider changing it. So far I've had lots of feedback on a couple other forums and no one but you has said anything negative about the title; although I know some folks simply choose to remain silent when they have negative opinions about something... Anyway, if I did change it I'm not sure what I would change it to. "Film Cameras" is very plain and boring. "Analog Cameras" is way over used... </p>

[d_f11]

<p>If I can come up with a good name, I'll let you know...</p>

[dbcooper]

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<p>The word "chemical" to indicate <a href="../website-creation-forum/00XhF3" target="_blank">film</a> cameras/usage does a DISservice to film usage/users. 'Sounds highly toxic, like a headline for a "green" article. Kindly change the name. Thank you.</p>

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<p>Opinions vary. Most folks know 'toxic' and 'chemical' don't necessarily go together. I like the name, and think it's apt and quite descriptive...much better and more accurate than "analog cameras". I grew up elbow deep in developer, fixer, and hypo. There are no smells quite like glacial acetic acid or sepia and brown (sulfide) toners.</p>

[jim_peterson2]

<p>Thanks! I kind of like it too and don't have any immediate plans to change it. :)</p>

[jennifer_spencer]

<p>I like the name, and I shoot film. It's intriguing. </p>