LATEST ADDITIONS

New Software For The Digital Photographer
David B. Brooks  |  Jul 01, 2000

LaserSoft SilverFast Ai 5 Scanning Software. In a simultaneous release, LaserSoft Imaging is now offering a Version 5 with new features added to their SilverFast Ai scanning software, as well as support for the Microtek ArtixScan 4000t and Polaroid...

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Lighting
Lights On
Pack And Head Goes Monolight
Jay Abend  |  Jul 01, 2000

I have always considered myself a pack and head guy. You know what I mean--big powerful studio flash generators, long cables, and fan-cooled light heads. Growing up I always thought of a pro photographer as the guy with the view camera...

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Lighting
Lesson Of The Month
Lighting To Enhance Saturated Colors
Ben Clay  |  Jul 01, 2000

The following step by step procedures and instructions are intended to assist you in obtaining the best possible film scans based on one basic principle: Every film image is unique. Therefore, the specific parameters of adjustment for...

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The Darkroom
The Darkroom
Using A Density Meter
Darryl C. Nicholas  |  Jul 01, 2000

A density meter is a small battery-powered device that measures light. A density meter is to an enlarger what a light meter is to a camera. I can't imagine working in a darkroom without one.

Most density meters measure only...

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Outdoor/Travel
In The Field
Top 10 Accessories For Nature Photography
Peter K. Burian  |  Jul 01, 2000

Every avid outdoor photographer has discovered some key accessories which help to solve problems in the field. Whether through trial and error, from reading about photography, or with the guidance of a workshop instructor, these soon become an...

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Digital Darkroom
Ink And Paper
How To Make Fine Prints With Epsons New Printers
David B. Brooks  |  Jul 01, 2000

There is a certain excitement when you go to the corner drugstore to pick up your prints from photofinishing. By just standing and watching people doing this, you soon realize why photography is a popular hobby. For me, a more serious darkroom addiction...

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Gitzopods And Friends
There Is More To Monopods Than Meets The Eye
Dave Howard  |  Jul 01, 2000

What meets the casual eye regarding monopods is one tripod leg with a 1/4 "-20 screw at the top. However, those who are familiar with the monopod's unique benefits, and are properly versed in its technique, know that its beauty is more than...

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Film Photography Reviews
First Look
New Kodak Max Zoom 800 Print Film
Peter K. Burian  |  Jul 01, 2000

Until recently, ISO 400 seemed to be the uppermost limit in terms of film speed for excellent print quality in 8x12" reproductions. However, there are many advantages to shooting with an ISO 800 film: less risk of blur from camera shake, greater...

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Do It Yourself
Make Your Own Custom Ground Glass
Tom Fuller  |  Jul 01, 2000

This month's project is a simple way to replace or customize the ground glass of any large format camera. Only a few inexpensive materials are needed to make the glass itself, but you will need the use of a computer and a laser or ink jet printer...

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Digital Innovations
Digital Innovations
Hidden Treasures In Imaging Software
Joe Farace  |  Jul 01, 2000

I try to have fun with digital images every day. This usually involves manipulating a few images then making prints using different kinds of papers on whatever printer I'm currently testing. Right now, that's an Epson Stylus Photo 1270 whose...

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