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In the Dark

© Alexis Yobbagy

In the Dark

Uploaded: December 30, 2007

Description

ISO 400, F8, 1/60. Available light for backlight.
SB800 bounced off ceiling for fill.
All my B&W photos are shot in colour, but for me,
the magic in the tray of developer while I huddled in
the dark kitchen where my father set up the enlarger,
will always live.

Comments

Peter R. Hammer December 30, 2007

This is even better than the previous one Alexis. I agree with you that there is nothing like watching a print slowly come out in the developer tray. There was something magical about a darkroom and the smells of the chemicals. #817985

Shannon D. Miller December 30, 2007

This is magnificent! Wonderful lighting! I agree with you, there is nothing like developing your own film and prints. I miss those days! Shannon~ #5269418

Sandra R. Alvey December 30, 2007

I've never been in a Dark Room, but hopefully someday I'll be in one learning how to do film work! I can't wait to produce such gorgeous images!!

This capture is awesome Alexis, I love your conversion, and the details and lighting are just top notch! #5269452

Melissa G. Meiselman December 30, 2007

Outstanding portrait with ultra sharp details and fantastic conversion into black and white, Alexis!!
When I was a teen, I had my own darkroom and developed both the film and the prints. I think I like PS better!! #5269908

Candice C. Calhoun level-deluxe December 30, 2007

Magnificent portrait with the magical quality that defines your work. Incredibly inspriring work, Alexis!

ccc #5270078

Su Sana E. P level-classic December 30, 2007

Lighting is excellent on this outstanding portrait, Alexis!! Have you tried Draganizer or Lucis Pro? I think you could do great work with them. #5270558

Ujjwal Mukherjee December 30, 2007

A classic portrait,my friend!Wonderful light and B&W tone!! #5270735

Tiia Vissak December 31, 2007

Great light, tones, contrasts & angle! #5271982

Sherri Gorman December 31, 2007

Excellent lighting and tones!!!!! Awesome portrait!!!! #5272288

Jennifer L. Taranto December 31, 2007

The b&w tones are spectacular!!! I love this light & his expression!!! #5272381

Nadine A. Lewis December 31, 2007

WOW!!! WONDERFUL lighting, tones, & detail in this GREAT portrait, Alexis!!! <>< #5272507

John Connolly December 31, 2007

Another stunning portrait, Alexis! You are right about the old darkroom days, but one of the bonuses is not having to clean up after you have finished.
A Happy and peaceful New Year to you and your family. #5273082

Phillip R. Connolly December 31, 2007

Excellent portrait of Richard, Alexis. The tones are great. I have to agree with John though...whilst there was a certain magic in the dark room, you also had the smell of the chemicals on your skin that you couldn't seem to wash off. The safety factor of the light room is hard to beat!! http://topphoto.wetpaint.com/
Wishing you all a happy new year.

Phil #5273344

Patrick Rouzes level-classic December 31, 2007

I have no experience with darkrooms but I know this is an exceptional portrait, Cassie!!! The lighting, tones, detail, & clarity are all outstanding, my friend!!!Always look forward to your amazing work!!!


HAPPY NEW YEAR!!! #5274206

Patrick Rouzes level-classic December 31, 2007

My sincer apologies, ALEXIS!!! I had just finished commenting on Cassie's entry!!!

If I ever come to BC you will have to make me look this good & do my portrait! #5274216

Dominick M. Dimacale level-addict January 01, 2008

A beautiful Portrait of Richard here, Alexis, great lighting and presentation, may your New year be a blessed on for you and yours!!!


Dominick #5277254

Paul E. Earl January 01, 2008

A terrific portrait, Alexis. I have done some darkroom work in the past and I agree with you. Happy New Year!! #5277536

Melissa McCabe January 01, 2008

Awesome!!! Nice tribute to your dad too!

Can you make me look this good? ; ) -mm #5277893

Jenny D January 01, 2008

Excellent portrait! Great lighting! #5278072

Kitty R. Rodehorst-Hanna January 02, 2008

Both portraits are great, Alexis!!!!! Super shots!!!!! ♫ k #5282773

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