The Negative
Exposure of Proper Proof
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Runtime - length of the film: 22m47s
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The final part of the series on Fred Picker's photographic technique deals with magnification.
Professionals create proof sheets from their exposed and developed material before they print their pictures to check the quality of the shots they have taken. With a proof sheet it is easy for a photographer to determine the best negative from the range of exposures. Of course the proof sheet itself should be of the best possible quality. Watch this to find out how to get a proper proof sheet.
Development Time Test
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Runtime - length of the film: 15m42s
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The third part of the series on Fred Picker`s photographic technique is about film development.
The contrast of your photographic material can be manipulated with variations in development time. While the bright areas of the negative are developed only to a certain point, the optical density rises with increasing the development time. Using the Zone System, Fred Picker shows how you can determine development time for optimum contrast range.
Film Speed Test
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Runtime - length of the film: 10m14s
Language: english
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The second part of the series on Fred Picker's photographic technique is dedicated to film speed. The film speed indicated on the package of film may vary slightly from the real rate of the photographic emulsion. Professional photographers test their photographic material before they use it.
Fred Picker uses the zone system to determine the effective film speed of his material. Watch this to learn how you can obtain an optimal exposure.
The Negative - Exposure and Development
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Runtime - length of the film: 4m17s
Language: english
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Related films:
Film Speed Test
Development Time Test
Exposure of Proper Proof
Summary:
This series of films, provided by Calumet USA, is a real treasure. They feature Fred Picker, a very famous printer from the United States. Drawing on his many years of experience in photographic technique, he developed some products that are well known under the name of ZONE VI. He has also shared his knowledge in numerous photography workshops.
In this series of instructional videos, Fred gives us a glimpse into his photographic technique. Fred believed the creative side of photography is enhanced by mastering the technical aspects. Excellent results in the printing process depend on the quality of the negative.
In the introductory video, Fred shows us how to create an ideal negative. He has developed three personal tests to determine equipment specifications. To get these results, it is necessary to keep the photographic equipment simple and consistent.