Hi y'all --
I am brand spanking new at this, so I will start by saying Hi.
That out of the way, I am wanting to build a 4x5 view camera. I am a reasonably adept
woodworker, and can handle just about any other craft given clear enough instructions.
I ahve purchased some film holders and will eventually find a lens. I have found the
seemingly one and only explanation on building a bellows and will begin practicing as
soon as I can.
I have seen the bender literature and like the slide they use for the front mounts so
that rise does not affect tilt. I am sure I will incorporate that.
Could someone explain to me a bit clearer how the back (ground glass/film holder)
assembly should be done. As I understand it, the gg should move out of the way for the
film holder to be inserted. I also assume that the back would be removed and
repositionned to allow for 4x5 vs 5x4.
What are the favored materials for this project by experience? (Bellows, lens boards,
rail, woods...) I am sure some are merely a matter of taste, but if someone has
already learned somethign the hard way, I would prefer not to follow in their
footsteps... :)
Thanks,
-- Bradley
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