Re: [pinhole-discussion] Interesting Site
Along the same lines, I just finished reading Vermeer's Camera by Philip Steadman (Oxford U. Press, 2001). This is an excellent discussion of the topic, as it relates to Vermeer. Anyone on the list interested in the camera obscura, optics, or art in general would probably find it interesting. It is clearly written and technical only to the extent required to make the case (for thoes who like the technical data, it's all available in extensive appendices). The thesis is very quietly but persuasively argued, I think. I have always believed in the idea of Vermeer having used the camera obscura, but there is not a shred of doubt in my mind now. The author successfully uses the geometry of many of the paintings to recreate the rooms they would have been painted in. He shows that these rooms are in many cases identical and that a camera obscura in the position required to paint them would have projected an image on the back wall of the room that is exactly the size of many of the paintings. It's hard to explain, but very interesting. I highly recommend the book. There is a companion Web site, but i can't find the URL at the moment. A search on the author and the obvious words from the title of the book should locate it though. Colin --- Joao Ribeiro jribe...@greco.com.br wrote: Hi folks, Just came across this site and thought it might interest us, the pinholers. http://www.artandoptics.com/ It is about David Hockney's theory of artist using optical instruments since the 15th century. Cheers Joao ___ Pinhole-Discussion mailing list Pinhole-Discussion@p at ??? unsubscribe or change your account at http://www.???/discussion/ __ Do You Yahoo!? Buy the perfect holiday gifts at Yahoo! Shopping. http://shopping.yahoo.com
Re: [pinhole-discussion] film holder?
In a message dated 12/3/2001 9:24:23 PM Eastern Standard Time, bwphoto4...@aol.com writes: Any suggestions on the best type of film holder to get? I've seen new ones on the vendor sites, and used ones of various makes and age on E-bay. There also appears to be a wide range of cost associated with these holders. Suggestions on what to look for? Preferences? Maggie Maggie, you can go to camera shows and ebay and pick up most used double sheet film holders for $5-$25 each...anything in good shape and cheap is the best way to go..i have even used some old wooden ones that were all taped up and they were ok :) Harry http://www.figurefoto.com
Re: [pinhole-discussion] film holder?
Maggie, I would suggest a polaroid film holder (to test your exposure-and for final pics), and if you are going to use sheet film and load it yourself, go with new holders, such as the Lisco brand. They are inexpensive and reliable. You can also go with readyload sheet film, but it costs more. gary gs...@mindspring.com On Mon, 3 Dec 2001 21:21:24 EST, bwphoto4...@aol.com wrote: I am asking for a Zero Image 4 x 5 pinhole camera for Christmas - and I know that I'll need a film holder for it. My experience up until this point has been 35mm and medium format, and I don't have much knowledge of large format, so . . . Any suggestions on the best type of film holder to get? I've seen new ones on the vendor sites, and used ones of various makes and age on E-bay. There also appears to be a wide range of cost associated with these holders. Suggestions on what to look for? Preferences? Maggie ___ Pinhole-Discussion mailing list Pinhole-Discussion@p at ??? unsubscribe or change your account at http://www.pinholevisions.org/discussion/
[pinhole-discussion] film holder?
I am asking for a Zero Image 4 x 5 pinhole camera for Christmas - and I know that I'll need a film holder for it. My experience up until this point has been 35mm and medium format, and I don't have much knowledge of large format, so . . . Any suggestions on the best type of film holder to get? I've seen new ones on the vendor sites, and used ones of various makes and age on E-bay. There also appears to be a wide range of cost associated with these holders. Suggestions on what to look for? Preferences? Maggie
[pinhole-discussion] Re: darkroom doors
FYI: In the 1970's I visited a photo lab in upstate New York that used a labyrinth door for its darkroom. It worked something like this: As you left the darkroom you went through an ordinary hinged door with good light seals on all four sides. You then turned 90 degrees to the right and walked some distance (maybe 15 feet?) along a corridor, then a U-turn to the left, along another corridor and then (I think) exited to the right. The corridors -- walls, ceilings and floor -- were painted mat black. For film processing the darkroom door was closed, but for printing the inner door could be left open, so people could walk in and out freely. Unfortunately my house is too small --- or we have too much stuff (not cameras, of course) --- for me to build such a labyrinth, but I would dearly love to. I have four dogs who are always on the wrong side of a closed darkroom door. I imagine the same thing happens with kids... Myron
