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by sanchell
Tue Sep 26, 2017 11:15 am
Forum: Darkroom Equipment
Topic: Datatainer labels
Replies: 3
Views: 6491

Re: Datatainer labels

This is THE question that has plagued photographers since Nicéphore Niépce first labeled his bottle of Bitumen of Judea to tell it from his bottle of silver chloride. I use Tim's second method, masking tape on a dry bottle. However, I'm going to try his grease pencil method the next time I need to l...
by sanchell
Fri Sep 22, 2017 11:03 am
Forum: Black & White Film Development
Topic: a different logic to stand-dev
Replies: 2
Views: 4377

Re: a different logic to stand-dev

Interesting hypotheses, Andy. I'll be interested in hearing the results of your testing.
by sanchell
Sat Sep 16, 2017 11:43 am
Forum: Black & White Printing (formerly Enlarging & Printing)
Topic: Dry-down dramas
Replies: 8
Views: 9241

Re: Dry-down dramas

There's more than one way to wear a cat skin.
by sanchell
Thu Sep 14, 2017 9:39 am
Forum: Darkroom Equipment
Topic: Portable Darkoom
Replies: 1
Views: 4824

Re: Portable Darkoom

Contact forum moderator Anton Orlov. Anton has a lot of experience with mobile darkrooms.
by sanchell
Thu Sep 14, 2017 9:36 am
Forum: Black & White Printing (formerly Enlarging & Printing)
Topic: Dry-down dramas
Replies: 8
Views: 9241

Re: Dry-down dramas

What could possibly better than something that works? You know the old saying, "If it ain't fixed, don't break it," or something like that.
by sanchell
Wed Sep 13, 2017 1:37 pm
Forum: Darkroom Equipment for Shipping Costs
Topic: Omega D2
Replies: 2
Views: 25748

Omega D2

I've just come into the possession of an Omega D2 4x5 enlarger in excellent condtion if anybody wants it for the cost of shipping. Shorter than the D5, the D2 is considered by some to be the best enlarger Omega made. At one time it was the standard enlarger in every photography school. In fact, it w...
by sanchell
Fri Sep 08, 2017 10:45 am
Forum: Darkroom Equipment for Shipping Costs
Topic: Lots of Equipment for Shipping Cost
Replies: 6
Views: 16145

Re: Lots of Equipment for Shipping Cost

An update on this post. I managed to send equipment to 7 people this week, and have 7 more scheduled for next week. As mentioned, I am going in the order the request was received. Also, because many people want the same item I am limiting what I send to the primary request (for example, enlarging le...
by sanchell
Thu Aug 31, 2017 9:11 am
Forum: Black & White Printing (formerly Enlarging & Printing)
Topic: Dry-down dramas
Replies: 8
Views: 9241

Re: Dry-down dramas

This isn't specific to the paper, but recently I finally picked up a very cheap ($49) microwave at Wal-Mart just for the purpose of dry-down tests (I still can't believe Adams used his then-very-expensive kitchen micro for this, probably right before nuking his leftovers). It works great and I don'...
by sanchell
Thu Aug 31, 2017 8:49 am
Forum: Darkroom Equipment for Shipping Costs
Topic: Lots of Equipment for Shipping Cost
Replies: 6
Views: 16145

Re: Lots of Equipment for Shipping Cost

Greetings, Everyone. I'm gratified with the response for equipment. I would much rather know this was being used than gathering dust in my garage. However, the response has been overwhelming. We're approaching 50 requests for everything from 16x20 easels to 10ml glass beakers! I have spent most of t...
by sanchell
Wed Aug 30, 2017 3:28 pm
Forum: Workshops and Seminars
Topic: Havana NUDE Photography Workshop
Replies: 0
Views: 10599

Havana NUDE Photography Workshop

As you may know, I have taught how to photograph the nude for more than 30 years. This year I am going to hold the first, and it may be the only, nude workshop in Havana. The workshop is limited to 8 photographers. There will be 4 models and 4 to 5 locations (one has a swimming pool). The workshop w...
by sanchell
Wed Aug 30, 2017 3:21 pm
Forum: Workshops and Seminars
Topic: Havana Street Photography Workshop
Replies: 0
Views: 9931

Havana Street Photography Workshop

This December 8 to 16 I will be leading the Havana Street Photography workshop. It's 7 days of photography in Havana, an over night stay in the tobacco region, and a whole lot of fun. It's one of the least expensive photo workshops in Cuba. I've been teaching in Cuba since 2001, this will be my 26th...
by sanchell
Tue Aug 29, 2017 2:18 pm
Forum: Darkroom Equipment for Shipping Costs
Topic: Lots of Equipment for Shipping Cost
Replies: 6
Views: 16145

Re: Lots of Equipment for Shipping Cost

Greetings, All. I am overwhelmed, but gratified, with the response for equipment. I would like to see this equipment out of storage and put to good use. As of this moment I have more than 40 requests. I will answer each of you individually in the order your request was received. I will also fulfill ...
by sanchell
Mon Aug 28, 2017 6:56 pm
Forum: Darkroom Equipment for Shipping Costs
Topic: Lots of Equipment for Shipping Cost
Replies: 6
Views: 16145

Lots of Equipment for Shipping Cost

I maintain the darkrooms for Crescent Valley High School, one of the last HS darkroom programs in Oregon. A lot of equipment is donated and much of it is inappropriate for high school use. For example, the students primarily use 35mm. I have a score of 75mm, 80mm, 100mm, 135mm lenses in excellent co...
by sanchell
Mon Aug 28, 2017 6:36 pm
Forum: Darkroom Equipment
Topic: Beseler Dichro 45 S head
Replies: 3
Views: 6570

Re: Beseler Dichro 45 S head

Did you find a 45S head? I was just given one today that looks like it has barely been used. If you want it you can have it for the cost of shipping.
by sanchell
Mon Aug 28, 2017 6:35 pm
Forum: Workshops and Seminars
Topic: THE DARKROOM WORKSHOP
Replies: 4
Views: 13414

Re: THE DARKROOM WORKSHOP

Good luck with this, JB. Sounds like a good workshop. You may want to add the location.
by sanchell
Thu Aug 17, 2017 1:49 pm
Forum: Using Pyro
Topic: Fixer for Pyrocat HD
Replies: 1
Views: 4917

Re: Fixer for Pyrocat HD

I recommend only using alkaline fixer (when available) for all paper and films, but especially for pyro negatives.
by sanchell
Thu Aug 17, 2017 1:48 pm
Forum: Darkroom Equipment
Topic: Beseler Dichro 45 S head
Replies: 3
Views: 6570

Re: Beseler Dichro 45 S head

Beseler is pretty much out of business. I think they have one person that still answers the phones, or something like that. Repairing the enlarger chassis is not too difficult but I have no experience with the electronics. Can you try taking it to an electrical repair shop and see if they can diagno...
by sanchell
Wed Aug 16, 2017 11:58 am
Forum: Black & White Film Development
Topic: vertical tray for space constrain
Replies: 2
Views: 4610

Re: vertical tray for space constrain

Your instincts are good. Tray development is only one method. Many photographers have painted the developer and fixer onto the paper using a high quality paint brush or sable art brush. Just make certain you coat everything evenly and keep brushing it on until completion. You might also want to rota...
by sanchell
Wed Aug 16, 2017 11:50 am
Forum: Darkroom Equipment Wanted
Topic: Durst 609 spare parts wanted
Replies: 2
Views: 27014

Re: Durst 609 spare parts wanted

Greetings, Thomas, yes, thank you. I have a Durst 609 that I want to either make available for shipping cost on the forum, or take to Central Valley High School - haven't decided which. One piece is broken on the left side (see attached images), and I have no lens boards or carriers. _DSC6022.jpg _D...
by sanchell
Wed Aug 09, 2017 10:54 am
Forum: Darkroom Equipment for Shipping Costs
Topic: Eseco Speedmatic Revolving Darkroom Door
Replies: 0
Views: 12766

Eseco Speedmatic Revolving Darkroom Door

I have an Eseco Speedmatic Revolving Darkroom Door that no longer fits my space. I've been holding on to it since I moved to Monmouth, and am ready to let it go for the cost of shipping (free if you pick it up). 83" high x 36" wide the opening is 17" wide. The attached photo was taken...
by sanchell
Wed Jun 07, 2017 11:37 am
Forum: Darkroom Equipment Wanted
Topic: In search of a 4-bladed 30x40 cm printing easel
Replies: 2
Views: 10643

Re: In search of a 4-bladed 30x40 cm printing easel

Congratulations. I have one but I'm on the west coast of the U.S. It would have cost more to ship than to buy. :-)
by sanchell
Wed Jun 07, 2017 11:34 am
Forum: Darkroom Equipment for Sale
Topic: LF darkroom equipment for sale
Replies: 11
Views: 39005

Re: LF darkroom equipment for sale

Just got back from teaching at Revela-T in Spain. Fantastic annual festival of analog photography. Congratulations on your new enlarger.
by sanchell
Wed Jun 07, 2017 11:30 am
Forum: Black & White Printing (formerly Enlarging & Printing)
Topic: Similarities in MQ developers
Replies: 12
Views: 13132

Re: Similarities in MQ developers

Thank you for keeping everyone updated on this.
by sanchell
Wed May 31, 2017 11:06 am
Forum: Member Announcements
Topic: Revela-T in Barcelona
Replies: 1
Views: 9885

Re: Revela-T in Barcelona

I'm back from Revela-T. A great festival celebrating analog photography with at least 6 rooms featuring photographers from all over the world, workshops in darkroom, large format, and alternative processes, and a party every evening! And don't forget the paella cooked for 700 people in the park on S...