michael grace

Article in NY Times about Tom Swift and his 9 x 18 view camera and

gigaherts of data

 

http://www.nytimes.com/2004/12/09/arts/design/09phot.html

I have a 1325 purchased from http://www.badgergraphic.com/ call 800 558 5350 and speak with Jeff. He always has an answer or suggestion.

 

michael

I would second the recommendation for the Gitzo 1325 and 1370 low profile head. It is light and gets low to the ground. I use it with an RW45 Ebony and find that I really like this combination. Its probably not that cheap but you'll never buy another. As for the twist locks I have not had any problems - don't try to cinch them that tight - just a moderate amount and they will not move or loosen up - then they will not bind. Buying something that only addresses some of your requirements will lead to frustration. If your equipment needs are solved you'll have lots of time to devote to the creativity side which is where you want to be - right?

Michael

Does Photo.net have (maintain) averages of all photos rated on the

site?

My son and I are planning a road trip from central Minnesota to

Santa Cruz CA starting about August 5 and will have to return by

about Sept 1st. He just got his drivers permit so is eager to drive.

I look at this as a great opportunity for both of us to see the

country and especially for him to expand his horizons. Aaron is not

a typical teen. He is focused, mature, patient and very articulate,

displaying attributes far beyond his 15 years. So I want this trip

to be more than sight seeing instead focused on fostering an

understanding of the development of the US and an appreciation for

what makes the USA such a great country. I am leaning towards a trip

on roads less traveled and sights that are off the mainstream even

at the risk that we run out of time and have to make a fast trip

back, �quality is in the details�. I post here because I know there

are many members of this forum can point me to these places. Me - I

am along to document with cameras from P&S, digital SLR and 4X5. Any

and all contributions are welcome and appreciated

I listened to a radio broadcast about Lake Superior and the speaker

made reference to a long strech of sand dunes on the Lake Superior

shore line in Minnesota. Does anyone know about this - photogenic or

not? Thanks for your answer.

Craig, I have been studying this as well and just wanted to add that this is probably the best summary I have seen. Job well done!

michael

Sounds like your new to LF. This happened to me when I started. But it got better the more time I spent under the dark cloth.

Masterfull work - a real treat. Michael

Neil

 

To create the copyright symbol in windows hold down the alt key, then on the numeric keypad type in 0169 then release the alt key and you will have the symbol.

 

Michael

Thanks for the link Alec. Just what I needed.

I had a sheet jamb in my 545 holder. So I consulted the user guide.

When I removed the the frame panel one of the small cross-pieces

fell out. It is metal shaped like a v about 4 1/2 inches long and

about 3/8's of an inch wide. There is another piece of the same dims

which is placed nearest the roller side. But I do not know where it

fits in the holder. (I failed the quiz on the book Zen and

Motorcycle Maintenance) Can someone help please?

I would second the recommendation of Photoshop 7 Artistry by Barry Haynes. He was going to publish another book specificly for photographers. I just do not know if it has been published yet.

I seem to be having difficulty composing the image on the ground

glass. I view the image about ten inches away and its like I

don't "see" the picture. Is this a matter of practice or experience

or approach? Can you describe your technique or approach to

composition as you moved from beginner to sucess. I have a frame

viewer which helps to a certain degree but would like to benefit

from the years of experience that many of the LF photographers at

this forum have. Thank you. Michael

Rebecca

I noticed one here: http://www.lensrepro.com/USED/used-lgf.htm

while surfing today

michael

Seven

 

Check this link in the achives. It might help http://www.photo.net/bboard/q-and-a-fetch-msg?msg_id=004H7N

 

I did'nt check further but there might be more. Regards Michael

Aaron - you could also look at this review http://www.luminous-landscape.com/reviews/software/archive-creator.shtml

I also believe it is relatively cheap as compared to the other posts here. I have not used this as my work has'nt the need yet.

 

Michael

Thanks for all the responses. I went with the Gitzo 1325 and Gitzo 1370M Pan Tilt head - I liked the low profile. Bought from Jeff at Badger Graphics - he is the best. This will replace my Husky Quick Set.

Beautiful and original photography. The quality of your images are of the highest standards I have seen; I would love to see originals alas I cannot afford one.

I am looking for recommendations (model) for a Gitzo carbon fiber

tripod and which ballhead for an Ebony RW45. I do mostly landscapes

which require walking 5-15 miles (day trip). Largest lens is 300mm.

I pack my gear in a LowePro PhotoTrekker. I want stability and be

able to shoot low to the ground. Are spiked feet important? I some

times shoot from rock. Thanks for any responses. Cheers.

After yesterdays postings on Fuji, Nikon and Schneider web presence

there is a Rodenstock site

http://www.linos.com/portal/en/index.html you might want to check

out.

Michael

You can get one from

ted

bromwellmarketing

Michael

In his book Alternative Photographic Processes Christopher James describes making aa unltraviolet expousure unit which cost less than the commercial units that are available. www.bostick_sullivan.com sells the book. James also lists other sites for the lights themselves. Michael Hiltner

I just bought my first LF camera - an Ebony RW45 - a great camera. I

want to make contact prints but do not have an enlarger. Question is

what can I use for a light source and how do I determine expousure

time other than a test strip? Is easel best way to hold the

negative? I have reading a lot of the postings - thanks for the

education and response. Michael