The Beginner's Guide to Photographing Nudes by Peter Bilous

Author:Peter Bilous [Bilous, Peter]
Language: eng
Format: epub, mobi, pdf
ISBN: 978-1-58428-313-3
Publisher: Amherst Media, Inc.
Published: 2010-01-22T16:00:00+00:00

Darkroom

If you want to shoot film, I think that having your own darkroom is a requirement. There are very few labs left that still do quality film processing or handmake prints to your specifications. When you do find such a place, the costs will generally be very high and there can be long turnaround times. There can also be concerns about having others process your nude images. Most labs are reputable, but you have no guarantees about where the images could wind up. A home darkroom alleviates these concerns. Besides, a large part of creating a great photograph from a negative happens in the darkroom, where you have total control over the print-making process. One of the main reasons for shooting film is so that you can make your own prints.

The good news is, since digital has become the dominant format, used darkroom equipment is available at real bargain prices. I recently purchased a high quality used 4x5-inch enlarger with a timer, power supply, three lenses, column, and baseboard for $100. A few years ago this would have cost thousands of dollars. Much of my other darkroom equipment has come from garage sales, where I could buy a large box of darkroom stuff for about $5.

Before you set up a darkroom, be sure that you have a good supplier of photo paper and darkroom chemicals available. Although paper can be purchased online, liquid chemicals cannot legally be shipped. You will need to find a place to buy chemicals locally or buy powdered chemicals (so they can be shipped) and then mix them yourself.

When you set up your darkroom, it is best if you can find a permanent location. Obviously, it will need to be a place where you can have total darkness. You will also need running water and a drain, plus adequate ventilation. If you have to use a temporary setup, a bathroom can be a good choice. Just be considerate of other members of your household before you tie up the bathroom for hours at a time. If you have to use your kitchen, be very careful with the chemicals. You don’t want to get them on surfaces where they could come into contact with food.

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