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] Electrical Tape
thanks mark! Harry
Re: [pinhole-discussion] Electrical Tape
Here is an idea that i used on my mini-altoids tin camera(which i believe was the first ever altoids camera,btw) anyways, a 3/4 flat magnet that can be purchased really cheap, is the very best possible shutter..imho for any of you out there who are interested in an interesting story..i asked altoids if they had any interest in this altoids camera that i built,almost a year ago..i only asked if they had an interest because they promote themselves as very interested in the arts in general..they even promote some young artists from what i understand. Funny thing is ,they had zero interest in even hearing about the camera,let alone the number of people that might buy their mints to make cameras..just thought you all might get a little kick out of this little tid bit.. Harry www.figurefoto.com
Re: [pinhole-discussion] Sheet Film Holders
In a message dated 4/6/01 12:57:31 PM Pacific Daylight Time, bkl...@vax2.winona.msus.edu writes: I'm new to pinhole, mainly using a 35mm with a body cap. I've also built one of the simple cardboard box versions using 4x5 paper negs and love the results. To get more phototaking (and less walking), I'd like to build one that uses the 4x5 sheet film holders I read about here. Any advice regarding where I can find some inexpensive source for them (I'm located in rural Minnesota and the web is my best access to the real world!). Thanks in advance, Bruce. I actually have 2 of them on ebay right now.They will probably only bring in 6-7 dollars a peice.Let me know if you need a link. Harry A HREF=http://www.figurefoto.com/;Figurefoto.com/A
Re: [pinhole-discussion] Polaroid exposures
In a message dated 4/4/01 10:40:37 AM Pacific Daylight Time, paintedho...@in-tch.com writes: The prints keep coming out real light. Dont forget,with polaroid film,too light is too long of an exposure..try to expose the next shot for 1/2 as long.. Just my 2 cents.. Harry A HREF=http://www.figurefoto.com/;Figurefoto.com/A
Re: [pinhole-discussion] joycam
In a message dated 4/3/01 12:14:43 PM Pacific Daylight Time, mjkos...@sci.fi writes: Matti, Cool shot..I am curious though,what is the price of the joycam in finland? Harry A HREF=http://www.figurefoto.com/;Figurefoto.com/A
Re: [pinhole-discussion] My first mailing
In a message dated 3/31/01 11:24:04 AM Pacific Standard Time, johnarni...@whiteashhouse.freeserve.co.uk writes: I,am new to this Pinhole thing,although I had a Exhibition in London of my pinhole photos taken with a Bob Rigbey 5x4 camera. I would like to take some nude model photos using a pinhole camera,has anyone tried this?does the model need to be braced for a long time,or can one use fast film?.I am going to go into the studio soon and try this out and learn from the mistakes I make. But it is always useful to learn from other people.Any help would be great Hello John, I am going to have my first nude shoot in one week.I intend on using my smith victor and a 500 watt daylight photo lamp.I am going to try a couple of types of film.I think, with that much light the exposures wont be too awful long.I bet i will have a very warm model,though... :) Harry A HREF=http://www.figurefoto.com/;Figurefoto.com/A
Re: [pinhole-discussion] lesson plan
In a message dated 3/27/01 10:54:18 AM Pacific Standard Time, zin...@telenet.net writes: Hello I am a student teacher in Australia and I am trying to design a lesson plan on making and using pinhole cameras. I want the students to be able to make their cameras cheaply and quickly. Has anybody tried using black foam core? What would be the recommended minimum thickness of cardboard? Can a piece of coke can be used for the shutter? My students are year 9/10 (about 15 years old). Any suggestions for my lesson plan will be greatly appreciated. Lisa, Call polaroid at their 1-800 number,They will send you some cool plans and a lot of great ideas for teachers ,as well as students.the plus side is they will be able to check things out without the added labor of developing and printing.I dont have the number in front of me but it can be accessed easily. Harry A HREF=http://www.figurefoto.com/;Figurefoto.com/A
Re: [pinhole-discussion] Hardware geeks
In a message dated 3/21/01 1:38:47 PM Pacific Standard Time, tima...@hotmail.com writes: Well,you know, a lot of people hide behind the equipment question and think that if only they had the right or a really good camera they could be great photographers. What is really missing is the confidence in themselves and their own vision. They don't really believe it's the person that clicks the shutter (removes the lenscap?)that creates the magic. Too bad they are You know what? I love technology,But i think some of my best work has come from my little expermentsand not from my high tech crap :) just my 2 cents, Harry A HREF=http://www.figurefoto.com/;Figurefoto.com/A
[pinhole-discussion] print swap group #3
Hello all, I just wanted to tell those of you that are in group 3 of the print swap to start watching your mail.I finished my printing.I will begin mailing the prints out over the weekend. Wh-Ho!!!, Harry A HREF=http://www.figurefoto.com/;Figurefoto.com/A
Re: [pinhole-discussion] WPPD Logo
In a message dated 2/17/01 7:48:15 PM Pacific Standard Time, m.w.kel...@verizon.net writes: Since everyone else has taken a turn, take a look at http://www.wvsbha.org/wwpd.jpg NICE! Harry A HREF=http://www.figurefoto.com/;Figurefoto.com/A
Re: [pinhole-discussion] WPPD Logo
In a message dated 2/17/01 5:40:17 PM Pacific Standard Time, pinh...@jameskellar.com writes: I like this one better than the others.Also I agree that we should all kick in a buck or two to help pay the bills,afterall we are a FAMILY ,right? Harry A HREF=http://www.figurefoto.com/;Figurefoto.com/A
Re: [pinhole-discussion] International pinhole day web site
In a message dated 2/16/01 3:10:41 PM Pacific Standard Time, guy.glori...@sympatico.ca writes: Guillermo, Harry, Andy and all other website builders: Great start for the web site! A few thoughts crossed my mind: * How about calling it International or World pinhole day, rather than just PH day. * Will someone will come up with a logo for the site? * Perhaps there could be a little text on the front page outlining the idea of the international/world pinhole day, the date (assuming we all agree...), and sending an invitation to all pinholers on the web around the world to join. * Is there a way of advertising it on the web and elsewhere? We could each pick up one person not on the list (could we...?) that does pinhole Guy, I offered up some web space to host the site,only...I will leave the web building to the pros.I can hardly work my front page :) That being said,I do think we should try to pick up one member each.And i also think its a good idea to advertise,maybe on a newsgroup or two? BTW..why dont we start a newsgroup? Also,international pinhole day sounds great to me! any date works for me :) Harry A HREF=http://www.figurefoto.com/;Figurefoto.com/A
Re: [pinhole-discussion] RE: Pinhole-Discussion digest, Vol 1 #192 - 4 msgs
In a message dated 2/16/01 8:52:49 AM Pacific Standard Time, glsm...@yahoo.com writes: If the server allows ASP, I could probably write the code that would allow folks to upload and dynamically have displayed their own images. From the URL shown at the bottom, the chances are that this is a Unix server, so unless it's Het folks, I have plenty of space at my site to put up something for pinhole day as well.If anybody has an idea ,let me know. Harry A HREF=http://www.figurefoto.com/;Figurefoto.com/A
Re: [pinhole-discussion] RE: Pinhole-Discussion digest, Vol 1 #192 - 4 msgs
In a message dated 2/16/01 6:36:42 AM Pacific Standard Time, pen...@home.com writes: Check out this link: http://members.home.net/pinholeday Sounds good Guillermo! Harry A HREF=http://www.figurefoto.com/;Figurefoto.com/A
Re: [pinhole-discussion] an image after all :)
In a message dated 2/15/01 8:13:23 AM Pacific Standard Time, aschm...@warwick.net writes: Thats neat.the Polaroid really responds well to the camera.. andy Andy, It sure does .now all i wish for is type 59 polaroid to be cheaper than 3.00 /sheet :) I use 59 because i can transfer the emulsion..i might just post a couple of my pinhole emulsion transfers here soon! take care, Harry A HREF=http://www.figurefoto.com/;Figurefoto.com/A
Re: [pinhole-discussion] saw blades as pinhole :)
In a message dated 2/15/01 5:32:33 AM Pacific Standard Time, mike.vandeb...@mixcom.com writes: I will guess that the opening in the washer exposes 7 teeth of the saw blades, resulting in 7 pinholes in a line. You have 7 images superimposed. It's a neat effect, I like the self-portrait that you posted! Because of replys like yours,i can tell that folks are reading my comments :) Yes about 7 teeth about sums it up.thanx. Harry A HREF=http://www.figurefoto.com/;Figurefoto.com/A
Re: [pinhole-discussion] an image after all :)
In a message dated 2/14/01 11:54:05 PM Pacific Standard Time, jean.dau...@freesbee.fr writes: Harry, Very interesting picture, just a bit mysterious with this blue overall colour... How long did you stay staring at your saw-blades ? Strange people we are, we pinholers and that makes us discover strange new realities... Bravo again Jean, That exposure was 35seconds.I cant sit still for 5 seconds :) Harry A HREF=http://www.figurefoto.com/;Figurefoto.com/A
[pinhole-discussion] saw blades as pinhole :)
Hello folks, I am testing right now on my lunch hour with a slit type pinhole made with two pieces of a hack saw blade.They are opposite one another and pulled tight.i added a washer with a small hole over top of the center of the slit. Black photo tape is serving as a shutter.I am on my 4 exposure test thanx to polaroid backs :) Its all mounted on my calumet 4x5 camera.The first 3 exposures show promise!! I will keep you all up to date. Thanx for reading my horible writings, Harry A HREF=http://www.figurefoto.com/;Figurefoto.com/A
Re: [pinhole-discussion] joy camera
In a message dated 2/7/01 3:52:32 PM Pacific Standard Time, che1...@hotmail.com writes: i just read the postings from the guy who didn't understand the mamiya/lenscap stuff. and now i sheepishly ask -how do you convert the joycam. i just don't understandwhat part of the camera you get rid of and what part you keep, especially since the film goes in the bottom. I have been thinking of modifying my izone,i think it might work :) Harry A HREF=http://www.figurefoto.com/;Figurefoto.com/A
Re: [pinhole-discussion] (no subject)
In a message dated 1/1/01 9:54:42 AM Pacific Standard Time, elenab...@aol.com writes: hey harry! Im so impressed with your work. Do you think you could guide me with my pinhole work. I have never done this sort of thing. I have a cannon camera and took off the lens. I put the cap on the front and poked a pin through it to make a hole. Now what do i do? What kind of canon? I made a body cap for my eos elan IIe and i can actually use the built in meter ;) Do you have a hand held light meter? thanx for your compliments BTW :) Harry A HREF=http://www.figurefoto.com/;Figurefoto.com/A
[pinhole-discussion] (no subject)
Here is another new one from my pan cam,i just made this one today..damn it was cold out there, brrr!! http://www.p at ???/discussion/upload/images/panphcem.jpg comments? Harry A HREF=http://www.figurefoto.com/;Figurefoto.com/A
[pinhole-discussion] new image from my new pan cam
Hello pinhole folks, Happy New Year :) I just wanted to stop in and say HI,i also wanted to share a photo that i made with my new panoramic pinhole camera.have a look at: A HREF=http://www.figurefoto.com/phona1.htm; pinhole panorama(ona)/A or type in: http://www.figurefoto.com/phona1.htm All comments are welcomed! Harry A HREF=http://www.figurefoto.com/;Figurefoto.com/A
Re: [pinhole-discussion] 6x6 Zero Pinhole camera
In a message dated 12/29/00 1:54:18 PM Pacific Standard Time, joebe...@aol.com writes: Can anyone tell me something about the camera made in Hong Kong, 6x6 Zero Pinhole Camera. I am relatively new to pinhole photography and I am considering the purchase of this camera. Thanks for your help. Joe Besse BUY IT :) Harry A HREF=http://www.figurefoto.com/;Figurefoto.com/A
Re: [pinhole-discussion] Recommended Exposures onto Paper
In a message dated 12/29/00 4:24:31 AM Pacific Standard Time, guy.glori...@sympatico.ca writes: Perhaps we could start a thread on the most crazy thing which pinhole Guy, I went out during a snow storm in a cleveland cemetary,made a long exposure,and caught a cold..I did'nt catch the image though,i forgot to remove the dark slide on my hand made 8x10 pinhole :) Thats only one of a long list of crazy things i have done ! cheers, Harry A HREF=http://www.figurefoto.com/;Figurefoto.com/A
Re: [pinhole-discussion] Recommended Exposures onto Paper
I would use iso 6 for most papers.I would also recomend rc for the negative. Harry A HREF=http://www.figurefoto.com/;Figurefoto.com/A
Re: [pinhole-discussion] body cam: shutter
Leezy, i love your idea of documenting this event.This (hole)experiment should be a winner :) Harry A HREF=http://www.figurefoto.com/;Figurefoto.com/A
Re: [pinhole-discussion] newbie
Matti, Welcome aboard.If you are a pinhole nut ,like the rest of us,you should feel right at home here :) I look forward to seeing some of your photos. Harry A HREF=http://www.figurefoto.com/;Figurefoto.com/A
Re: [pinhole-discussion] Season Greetings
I too want to wish everyone here,seasons greetings! Harry A HREF=http://www.figurefoto.com/;Figurefoto.com/A
Re: [pinhole-discussion] 2 new images
Thanks to all of you for your nice comments on my new images.BTW,the 4x5 pinhole shot was a hard shot to get,since it was freezing that morning :)and i had to set my tripod on a snow covered river bank. Thanx again, Harry A HREF=http://www.figurefoto.com/;Figurefoto.com/A
[pinhole-discussion] 2 new images
hello pinholers, Here are 2 new images that i wanted to share.the first one is a photo of a group of my newest pinhole cameras.The second is one that i made at euclid creek reservation in cleveland,oh,with one of my 4x5 pinhole cameras.Please feel free to comment.:) As always thanx for looking :) A HREF=http://www.p at ???/discussion/upload/images/pinholes_copy.jpghttp://www.p at ???/discussion/upload/images/pinholes_copy.jpg/A A HREF=http://www.p at ???/discussion/upload/images/4x5winter.jpg http://www.p at ???/discussion/upload/images/4x5winter.jpg/A Harry A HREF=http://www.figurefoto.com/;Figurefoto.com/A
Re: [pinhole-discussion] new polaroid pinhole image :)
In a message dated 11/27/00 10:53:36 PM Pacific Standard Time, fot...@rz-online.de writes: Harry, I always feel kind of dumb when I ask for technical stats in the presence of a good photograph But I don't have much experience yet with people photography pinholing: Would like to know how much light you needed for that image and how long the exposure was. Erich, I used 3000 speed polaroid film :) Therefore,the exposure was about 10 seconds in regular room light.I believe when i metered it for 100 iso film,it was 3 minutes,maybe.If you want i will get that info for you. Also,I was able to get the shot in 90 seconds with a photoflood 5 feet away :) Hope i answered your questions. Harry A HREF=http://www.figurefoto.com/;Figurefoto.com/A
[pinhole-discussion] new polaroid pinhole image :)
here is another new image from my polaroid pinhole..tell me what you all think :) Harry A HREF=http://www.p at ???/discussion/upload/images/wynn2000x.jpghttp://www.p at ???/discussion/upload/images/wynn2000x.jpg/A A HREF=http://www.figurefoto.com/;Figurefoto.com/A
Re: [pinhole-discussion] Polaroid pinhole
I broke/cut the back off of a polaroid portrait land camera that i got for nothing,added a wooden front box and added a 58mm lens ring,i can screw on any filter that i want and i use the lense cap for the shutter :)i made the pinhole in brass shim stock,btw the aperture is f125. Harry A HREF=http://www.figurefoto.com/;Figurefoto.com/A
[pinhole-discussion] oops,here is an image from my new polaroid :)
A HREF=http://www.p at ???/discussion/upload/images/pinpol1.jpgClick here: http://www.p at ???/discussion/upload/images/pinpol1.jpg/A Harry A HREF=http://www.figurefoto.com/;Figurefoto.com/A
[pinhole-discussion] polaroid pinhole
I just built a pinhole polaroid camera.If any one wants to know any details just ask.Btw,its a really simple idea :) Harry A HREF=http://www.figurefoto.com/;Figurefoto.com/A
