OT: Texas and Southern Illinois
Next Monday we will embark on a photosafari with two general destinations - The so-called Little Egypt area of Southern Illinois and the Texas area east and northeast of Dallas. Any suggestions for places of interest in or in-between those regions? Please answer off-list to avoid clutter. Thanks, Ed Matthew Indianapolis IN - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: Re[2]: Another One Bites the Dust
In a message dated 4/3/2002 12:07:42 AM US Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: And why did Kodak introduce extra-color films? And when will Fuji introduce IR film in 35mm and sheets? When will they introduce black and white sheet film, and when will they start selling the paper and chemistry for home processing? I hardly think Kodak introducing a product to compete in a market niche is cherry picking. When a company only competes in high volume, high profit areas, and does not support to lower volume niche markets, then they are doing the market a disservice. Historically, Kodak has offered tremendous support to the photographic artist. Few other companies can make that claim. William Robb Point well stated and well taken. However, some of Fuji's 'cherry picked' products (your term, not mine) are my preferences. The photographer benefits from having both Kodak and Fuji (and Ilford, Agfa, Konica, and others) in the marketplace. My point is not aimed at entirely rejecting your judgement of 'disservice', merely to question same. Ed Matthew - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: Another One Bites the Dust
In a message dated 4/2/2002 6:54:58 PM US Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: KODAK PLUS-X Pan and PLUS-X Pan Professional Films will be discontinued in October, 2002 when stocks are expected to be depleted. Probably due to disappearing users - like me. I quit Plus X ten years ago, and have never missed it. (I do sympathize with those of you who like it.) I use TMax 100 and occasionally Delta 100 or Fuji Acros (recently) instead. Ed Matthew - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: Another One Bites the Dust
In a message dated 4/2/2002 7:14:35 PM US Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: And I always liked Plus-X. Telling me that T-Max is a replacement is an insult. William Robb - Grin Consider yourself politely and sympathetically insulted. Ed Matthew - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: Photon Grease
In a message dated 4/1/2002 2:21:11 PM US Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: DOUBLE your film speed NOW, without changing the favorite film you use! Mr. Bill's Photon Grease April 1, 2002. Ed - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: TMAX 400 processing
In a message dated 3/30/2002 8:16:10 PM US Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: T-Max is very hard to clear completely with sodium fixer. The pink stain is pretty tenacious. You will find yourself fixing for way longer than you really should to remove the stain with fixer. Fix as normal with regular or rapid fixer. Rinse in five changes of water. Rinse 30 seconds in photoflo with constant agitation. Rinse in Orbit Bath or equivalent clearing agent for 2-3 minutes with constant agitation. Wash normally. Result: no magenta stain. It works; I have used this method for years. Recommended in Industrial Photography Magazine a few months after T-Max became available. Ed Matthew - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
OT: A question about filtering posts
Please answer off list. If I choose to block messages from some 'extremists' on both sides of the WTC issue, does it create a problem of bounced messages for PDML? I would prefer not to read the indictments leveled against the USA -- I have been a teacher/student of history nearly all my life and am aware of problems and disasters (whether by intent or through bad judgment) that we and others have caused. To go further, I have traveled extensively and have had almost exclusively good experiences with people of many nationalities, thus I do not care to read the 'kill them all and let God sort them out' posts. Considering poster's inclination to answer in indictments or extremes without changing the subject line, deleting is not a particularly viable solution. Back to the original question -- does blocking cause a PDML problem? If so, I will unsubscribe to avoid causing a problem. Best regards to most, Ed M. - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: OT: Where are we going ?
Thank you, Antti-Pekka. You should never fear expressing yourself in such a considerate way. Best Regards, Ed M. The quoted post is left uncut due to its admirable sentiment. In a message dated 9/17/2001 8:26:55 AM US Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Good insert your time of day here everyone, I know I propably should not write this email to generate more traffic on this list but I would like to point out a few things for us all to consider (and because I am so stupid I still believe that everyone here is a wonderful person). Unfortunately I have seen many things said in anger. It is the worst thing to continue doing on our beloved mailing list and we would not accoplish anything by starting a war on the list. I am quite sure that everyone here truly cares of everyone else so please try to keep that in mind. And keep in mind as well that a big part of the people on this list do not speak English as his/her native tongue so understandable it is hard to express him/herself so that everyone else fully understands what he/she is trying to say. And, if one allows and/or wants the discussion for example of the acts of terror and the consequences of it on this mailing list, they should also allow any other discussion that might arise around it (including history, politics etc) and discuss it in civilized manner or then just be silent. I am also very afraid of the comments like unsubscribe yourself until the discussions have ceased. By doing that we will not have this list anymore in the very near future. Do those of us who want to return to the normal Pentax and photography discussions have to consider starting up a new list ? (It would be very very sad thing to do) I wish we could somehow follow the golden rules of ham radio on this list as well: Never talk politics and religion while in the air. (Hams also include commerce but I don't think that would be necessary here unless someone tries to start selling elephants or alike) I am happy you are still reading (yes, you !) and would like to thank you for that. I am pretty scared to push that send button right now. I have never been afraid to send something on this list before! All I can do now is wish for a better tomorrow for us all and close my eyes while I press the button of my mouse, Antti-Pekka --- * - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
OT: Screen name change
Hereafter Edmptx will use the screen name ledmrvm. I apologize for cluttering the message list, but have promised to avoid confusion with the other Eds on the list. Best regards, Ed M. - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: Afghanistan thoughts
In a message dated 9/15/2001 8:52:18 AM US Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: On Sat, 15 Sep 2001, Bob Blakely wrote: Your complaint is fair, and I'm the one who should read more closely. I was wrong, and caustic in the process and I'm sorry. S'ok. My reply could have nicer, too. Seems that a lot of us have been on edge lately, which is understandable. chris Good to see this exchange. To add my Perspective(?) -- Too many of us have chosen to answer the situation by isolating acts of the past to prove a point, thus leading to purposeless bitter argument. Isolating historic events in an attempt to advance a theory accomplishes less than nothing. Perhaps we should look at our common interests and give respect to the differences. Personally I have been appalled at the naive judgement of those who seem to believe that only the USA received this attack. Disregarding whatever else the terrorist attack was, it was a attack on the world. To believe anything else is (in the opinion of this long-time student and teacher of history) naive to the point of incredulous. To search for the cause in a single dark closet is to remain in the dark forever. As for me, I am anguished, angry, and yes, fearful -- my location dictates that I personally am relatively safe on a personal basis. I fear those who would serve their own prejudices by excusing the attack because it was prompted by (__). Choose your incident, event, or policy. Regards and be well, Ed M. - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: A Plea - WTC Diasaster Topics
In a message dated 9/13/2001 6:39:42 PM US Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I understand that for some people, these events are of grand importance. For_some_people? Ed M. - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: The WTC constructions
In a message dated 9/13/2001 12:56:46 AM US Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Ed wrote: Sigh, hell. If someone makes a blanket statement that is flawed, someone else corrects it. Are you above that? Frankly I prefer to be corrected when I am mistaken. So I take it you're adopting your preferred stance with regard to your original statement about the Washington Monument. I made no statement about the Washington monument -- original or secondary. I can't even remember WHICH State capital also has the same rule Washington does. Springfield? It seems to me that Madison, Wisconsin, like Indianapolis, also has buildings quite a bit higher than the capitol. Sorry about the incorrect blanket statement. No apology necessary for the statement. --Mike - Ed - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: The WTC constructions
In a message dated 9/13/2001 5:11:13 AM US Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I knew this would happen sooner or later. You've got me mixed up with the other Ed. I made the original statement, and didn't mind being corrected. I did not make this statement below to your response. Thanks, Ed I will hereafter sign as Ed M. Maybe that will help. Ed M. - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: Pentax MZ-50 Manual
If the original poster will contact me (here or off-list, whichever you wish) I am pretty sure that I have a ZX/MZ 50 manual stashed in my files. It is yours IF I actually still have it. Ed M. - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: World Trade Center burning
Something is missing in most of these threads -- the destruction of the World Trade Center was a terrorist attack on the world and the United States. Ed M. - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: The WTC constructions
In a message dated 9/12/2001 8:28:07 PM US Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: No, they're not allowed to be taller than the capitol building. It's that way in all State capital cities, too. --Mike Wrong. Try Indianapolis. *sigh* Okay, it's that way in Washington, D.C. and in _some_ state capitals. Okay? --Mike - Sigh, hell. If someone makes a blanket statement that is flawed, someone else corrects it. Are you above that? Frankly I prefer to be corrected when I am mistaken. Ed - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
A couple of items that need a new home
Anyone interested in these? Chinon K-mount 50/1.9 lens; takes 49mm filters. It seems to function perfectly. Excellent cosmetically. Spiratone viewfinder magnifier -- slips into slots on viewfinder. Fits okay on Spotmatic, but the frame has been fiddled with in someone's clumsy effort to make it fit another eyepiece. Otherwise perfect (well, maybe not -- it is a Spiratone). Complete with a cute little black case. If interested, make offer off-list -- [EMAIL PROTECTED] or [EMAIL PROTECTED] I am quite aware that neither is a high-dollar item. Will sell or trade for old low-value cameras for my quantity not quality collection. Also - would appreciate off-list contact from anyone who collects or uses Leica rangefinders. I have a IIIg that could use a new home. Regards, Ed Matthew Indianapolis - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: ebay vs. camera shows
In a message dated 9/4/2001 10:47:52 AM US Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I'm going to my first camera show on Sept. 16th. I'm looking forward to the chance to look at lots of equipment. I was wondering, am I likely to get ripped off there, or is there a chance the dealers will be fair? Thanks, Amita - I have gone to several camera shows. The answer is yes - to both of your questions. Regards, Ed M. - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: One Sentence - Yeah but is it art?
In a message dated 8/29/2001 1:28:15 AM US Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Ed, Your post reminds me of an old quote: This is my way, That is your way, There is no such thing As The Way. Ram Dass, IIRC --graywolf Precisely! Thanks, Ed M. - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: One Sentence - Yeah but is it art?
In a message dated 8/28/2001 2:18:02 PM US Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Yup - but you sounded angry - guess we both did. sigh. Happy shooting. annsan Since the original request was for one-liners stating a personal reason for photography, why did you or anyone else critique his statement? His reason need not be yours; neither does it need your approval (or mine). A modicum of respect for a different attitude/approach would have removed the need to respond. Ed Matthew - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: picking black and white print film
In a message dated 8/26/2001 6:59:57 AM US Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I much prefer Scala over the chromogenics, even if it is more expensive and difficult to use. The results are superb. Shel- Have you printed Scala on Ilfochrome? I find it rather easy to produce a near-sepia effect. Ed Matthew Indianapolis - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: Slides for Cibas
In a message dated 8/23/2001 7:30:33 AM US Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Hi, gang. Sometime ago it was a discussion (very instructive) about cibachromes. I remember something about slides must be exposed in a special way in order to obtain good cibas later. What is exactly this special exposure? Over? Under? I have a pair of velvia shots I want in ciba, so I want to know the characteristics a slide sholud have to obtain a good ciba. Thanks in advance Albano Cibachrome is now Ilfochrome. A good slide should result in a good Ilfochrome print. After 23 years of printing on Ciba/Ilfo, the only slides I routinely avoid printing are either noticeably uunderexposed or have large blocked-up highlights and large shadow areas(masking is a pain I prefer not to inflict on myself). Dense slides require inordinately long enlarger exposure times due to reciprocity failure. If you bracket exposures in the camera, generally the lightest exposure that has full detail is the easiest to print, but may not produce a result as pleasing as a slightly denser slide. Ciba/Ilfo material is available in three contrast grades. Low and medium contrast material produces the best results - and are both adequately contrasty to say the least. The Ciba material from the early to mid-80's got a bad rap for too much contrast, but recent and current generations are much improved. Printing Ilfochrome remains a YMMV situation. A drastic difference from negative material is the greater exposure latitude. If a first print is significantlyunderexposed, you will need to double (or more) the exposure. Regards, Ed Matthew - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: See ya.OT
In a message dated 8/20/2001 6:14:15 AM US Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I don't really hate Americans, or any other race for that matter. I just like to tweak your whiskers every now and then to make sure you are awake and listening. My Regards, Jody. Americans aren't a race - in case you have whiskers to tweakg. Ed - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
