digidurst

Please forgive the stupid question but how do you tell if film is E-6 film or not? I don't

remember seeing that designation on the listings [like on B&H] but then again, I haven't

been looking for it either.

Thanks

I've got the "Model 200" and the highest shutter speed is 1/200.

Gosh, I hope I won't have back-focusing issues! LOL [Read thru some digi-cam threads if

you don't understand that little joke]

But seriously, working with a camera like the Graflex 22 isn't about lens performance or

obtaining the technically perfect image - at least in my opinion. It's about the fun of

working with an older format and creating nostalgia on film, experiencing the creative

rush of a new vision by looking into a waist level finder instead of thru a square

viewfinder, the joy of clicking the almost silent shutter and the anticipation of waiting for

the film to get back from the lab just to see what you got.

Grain, vignetting, a big scratch running down the side the negative - whatever - the

imperfections add to the charm. It's all good and all in good fun :-D

Yes, the ole' Graflex has been waiting patiently for me to "see the light" and use it. I'll post

pics when I get a roll developed and figure out how or rather where to scan in the negs.

Thank you for the encouragement :-D

I'd like to clean it up just a little - like I said it's a tad dusty. Anything I should avoid using?

Would the same stuff I use to clean my dslr be ok?

Interesting John - email me about that system, would you? Thanks!

(tried to email you, requested address... but something must be up as I never got your

email addy)

Hi and thanks for the suggestions!

Mike, I do have some old photos but unfortunately, they were kept in a box and I have no

idea which photos came from which of her old cameras (I have 4 of them). I appreciate the

info about eBay but I'm not allowed to go there these days because I'm saving up for a LF

camera and my dear husband has threatened wicked things if I buy anything that doesn't

contribute directly to my goal of getting the LF system.

Dave, I think I can manage to scrape of some fifty cent pieces! I wonder, if it's not too

much trouble and won't ruin anything for you, could you take a snap of how you have the

film loaded and stuff? It'd be helpful to see exactly how all that is set up.

I'm learning much, as always!

Hi again all! I have an old Kodak No. 2A Autographic Brownie that an ancestor of mine (a

woman no less!) used during her career as a pro-fotog. Thank goodness for my aunt who

held onto it, as well as several others, all these years. The old Brownie is in remarkable

shape for it's age - a good cleaning is in order but otherwise it seems to work.

Anyway, on the inside (where the film would go) it says it uses 116 film. So what is that? I

would assume 116 film is no longer available. Can another film format be used? If so, what

sort of modifications would be required?

Hi everyone! I have an old Graflex 22 that seems to be in good working order, albeit a little

dusty. A dear friend gave it to me years ago and it has been a favorite display piece since.

However, I'd like to try it out and see what sort of images I might get out of it. Doesn't that

sound like fun?! I have managed to get the film loaded but once I've shot the roll (now

don't laugh!) I don't know how to get it out of the camera! There doesn't seem to be any

sort of rewind knob so... how in heck does one get the film out without messing it up?

Thanks in advance for the help :-D

It's amazing what you learn about on this forum! Like that Rollie SL66 - sounds like an

interesting camera. Can you tell me more about it?

"What's an oracle? Can anyone lead me to a search engine so I can find out for myself?"

We'll tell you but first you have to make a decision... the blue pill or the red?

To get consistent color, you REALLY ought to consider calibrating your monitor with some

sort of puck. On another forum, I learned of this deal but you gotta hurry because the

special prices go away on the 23rd.

Take advantage of B&H's Macworld specials:

http://dealnews.com/articles/78871.html

I just ordered the Gretag Macbeth option but they also have the Spyder2 version available

for the cheapest I've seen on the net.

Good luck!

Hi Bob! Reading "Focus On Profit" would probably help you alot. You might also take a look

at Fotoquote. An interesting website, http://www.nppa.org/professional_development/

business_practices/pricing.html might give you some helpful pointers too, particularly the

cost of doing business calculator.

I have heard of some folks who call their competitors to find out more info about the

market in their area - but I wonder if the competitors would appreciate this approach even

if your heart is in the right place (not wanting to devalue the market).

Good luck :-)

Hey Sean, try looking at the pricing tables on the D-65 website (http://www.d-65.com/

photographers.html) or you could investigate this software called 'fotoquote'. Good luck

:-)

p.s. Sent you an email about the hot shoe thingie

I haven't seen much in the way of gels at the craft store but B&H sells a variety pack

(Bogen-Manfrotto) for $19.95 that will give you a nice selection of colors and some

diffusers. The advantage is that you won't have to worry about them melting :-) plus they

are fairly large and can be cut down to suit your needs.

Antonio even types with a nice Italian accent - I think you better pay'm, Tom. Might be

worth it for some dang good food! LOL

Marcio, hope you post back with some examples of your own. By the way, you're welcome

and I'm a her as opposed to a sir :-D

Thank you all for your valuable input! You've given me much food for thought. Right now

I'm using a Canon dslr with a t/s lens for those times when perspective control is

necessary. Works just peachy but obviously LF will grant much more control in that area.

Anyway, I do appreciate your opinions - this forum is one of the best on the net to get

answers to perplexing questions, encouragement, and inspiration!

If it were me, I would try white diffusion scrim lit from above along with another diffusion

panel off to the side with a softbox or umbrella mounted on the head for double diffusion.

Not sure what equipment you have to work with but you might try that and see how far

you get. Another idea would be some sort of white light tent again lit with strobes

mounted with some sort of softening light modifier for double diffusion.

I'm sure once you start playing around in the studio, you'll come up with the solution in

short order. Good luck :-)

p.s. Ellis, feeling a little testy this morning? ;-)

Hi everyone! I have been learning about LF photography lately (read alot and got the

opportunity to use one thanks to a good friend) and am considering getting a LF camera

as I am absolutely fascinated with the format. I specialize in product/advertising type work

but

I also like to do fine art stuff for the fun of it. My question is for you pros out there...

How often do you folks use your LF gear for professional applications? Are your clients

pushing for more digital or are they still ok with the turn around time for film processing?

The reason I ask is because it will help me decide what sort of system to invest in. Make

sense?

Thanks in advance for your input! I am really forward to hearing your opinions on the

subject :-)

Cheers!

There's a thingie (technical term) that will fit into your hotshoe with a pc link on it. Costs

about $14 bucks or so. Hook it up and you are good to go. I used to have a dRebel (real

nice camera - you're gonna love it) and I have one left over. Tell you what, go thru the

photo.net 'request email' process and send me a note with your addy. If you promise to

send me a couple of bucks to cover postage, I'll send you the hotshoe thingie. I don't need

it anymore and it's a shame to let it just sit.

Enjoy your new camera :-)

Hi Joe - I've never experienced such an issue with my bees but it sounds to me like you

have a fan problem based on your description. Yes, it is too late to return it but your

monolight is still under warranty. I bet if you call the folks at AB they will be able to help

you solve your problem as they have some of the best customer service I've ever

experienced. Give it try and post back with your resolution.

Oh, and in future, even if you don't have time to get into a full shooting session, test all

new equipment upon arrival to be sure that it's functioning correctly. Good luck :-)

Ya know, Ti, a lot of folks wouldn't have the balls to do what you've done - jetting off to

foreign lands, living abroad, etc. Take some of that bravado and apply it to your

photography career! Look at your age and experiences as assets (which they are) you can

offer when applying for assisting gigs. Besides, look at some of the great names in

photography.. some of them were still shooting well into their golden years and only

stopped working when they had to [because they died].

You are contemplating a whole new life for yourself and that's scary for anybody. But you

just gotta cowboy up and go for it. You might fall flat on your face. You might be wildly

successful. But you'll never be anything until you try so stop wasting your energy worrying

and get to work!

All the best to you! - Ellen