Scientists Discover Previously Unknown Month
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The spelling was correct on the other side.
Analog and Digital Photography. Several anamorphic prints are available at: Chicago Art Source. Ask for the prints by Mark Messerly. Electronic projects: Anachronous Technology
Tuesday, April 30, 2013
Spelling Bee
I was walking toward the Graue Mill to explore the nearby trails. Along the way, I noticed this intriguing sign.
Monday, April 29, 2013
Hasselblad press release - V-system done...
I have two V System cameras - a 501CM and a 500ELM. This spectacular camera is officially done.
Saturday, April 20, 2013
Pullman Exploration
I've been rescanning a few images from a trip to the Pullman factory site - this is a mix of imagery from a large format camera, and a Leica IIIf. This opportunity was part of an excursion with members of the Midwest Large Format Asylum - http://www.midwestlargeformat.com
Get To The Point
Leica IIIf, 50mm Summarit
Some Round, Some Square
Leica IIIf, 50mm Summarit
Inside, Outside
Horseman 45HD, Schneider Super-Symmar XL-105
Misplaced
Horseman 45HD,Schneider Super-Symmar XL-105
Further information about this historic neighborhood can be found here - http://www.pullmanil.org
I hope to add an image of the Hotel Florence soon.
Monday, April 1, 2013
Composition, and cold weather
Several years ago I was intrigued by the long winter shadows at the historic Graue Mill, in Oak Brook Illinois. http://www.grauemill.org
I put a wide angle lens on a Hasselblad - the old 40mm C Distagon. A dark orange filter was placed up front, to enhance contrast. There was some Ilford HP5 film rolling around in my collection, so I loaded it up and drove to the mill.
It was brutally cold. After each exposure, the lens would stop down, but did not return to its wide open f4 aperture. I had to manually open it up in order to compose the rest of the images.
The equivalent view of this lens in 35mm terms, is in the range of 25mm. With a very few steps, the image composition changed radically.
I put a wide angle lens on a Hasselblad - the old 40mm C Distagon. A dark orange filter was placed up front, to enhance contrast. There was some Ilford HP5 film rolling around in my collection, so I loaded it up and drove to the mill.
Hasselblad 40 C Distagon
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It was brutally cold. After each exposure, the lens would stop down, but did not return to its wide open f4 aperture. I had to manually open it up in order to compose the rest of the images.
The equivalent view of this lens in 35mm terms, is in the range of 25mm. With a very few steps, the image composition changed radically.
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Batteries can also be problematic in cold weather. I've used a motorized Hasselblad a few times, and the internal battery failed quickly when used during a 15 degree day. I rigged up a small 6 volt lead-acid battery, kept it in a pocket inside my coat, and ran a wire to the camera. This worked well. Always carry extra batteries.
The Graue Mill is a favorite location of mine for photography. There are scenic trails through the adjoining natural area, and numerous events are held throughout the year.
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