Category: Black and White

The very first film I developed was Arista EDU Ultra 400. One thing I don’t think I’ve mentioned yet is that Fomapan and Arista EDU Ultra are the same films.…

Well I wanted to experiment with pushing film. Unfortunately, I think I went way too overboard on my first try. I should have pushed by only a stop, maybe two.…

I wanted to experiment with pushing an Rodinal, but I haven’t used it since I’ve been using the Kodak XTol. So, I busted out the Rodinal, measuring syringe, and distilled…

I have a habit of bringing my camera everywhere with me, even while if I have to travel for work. Even if I’ve been to a place before and even…

So, I bought a new scanner, on which the previous color pictures were scanned. I’ve been noticing that when scanning in the normal position (glossy side down), the scanner would…

Remembering that the precious freedom we have today comes at a high price. Individual liberty must be protected, lest the sacrifice of millions be in vain. It doesn’t defend itself…

UPDATE 5/28/2022: So, I developed another roll of film and saw the same streaks emanating from the sprocket holes. I felt like this wasn’t a manufacturing defect, and I was…

I’ve had a neck/shoulder (re)injury, so I haven’t been actively editing photos. It’s actually hard to work in front of a computer with my right arm. I’m managing, but my…

I’m having trouble remembering the details around this roll. I’ve been getting lazy lately in documenting rolls as I develop them. Judging by what was happening with the previous rolls…

After a small hiatus from posting, I’m back. Another weekend. Time for another drive. I’m noticing a bit of a difference in developer. I don’t think I’m exposing correctly and…