MSA O/N January 2024 - "Decks"

Don_ih

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New - today - I was testing a 1930 Leica III (originally a Leica I) I am fixing, testing Ultrapan 400, testing an acetone developer for it - This house is not far from mine. It's a porch, I guess, not a deck, but it's made like a deck.

 

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New, a few days ago.

Backyard Deck.

Toyo 45G
Fujinon f/6.3 150mm
FP4+ D76 1:1

Some front shift and rear rise, just because I could. Actually I really just wanted to use the silky smooth geared movements, so instead of moving the tripod a small amount, I used movements. Jaw droppingly nice camera to use. Been too long since I've used this monorail.



 
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@ Mick Fagan

That’s a wonderful looking spot to do everything from aerobics to relaxation! I’m glad you got to reunite with a favorite camera for this shot.



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Been out and about with a trip to the beach.

Deck With a View.

Shen Hao HZX45-IIA
Fujinon f/5.6 65mm with centre graduated filter.
1/30 at f16
camera was zeroed, as there is only about 5mm extra coverage with this lens.

Ilford FP4+
D76 1:1



 

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This falls into the 'old' category as I shot it about a year ago. It was shot on a Leica M-A, 35mm Summarit/2.4 ASPH on Ilford HP5+ film.

 

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@Don_ih - I really like the contrast here. What is an acetone developer? Is this an experimental formula?

@Mick Fagan - Nice view. Like the use of diagonals.

@logan2z - I like the shape and the 1/3rds placement of deck in relation to the landscape. Potential album cover.
 

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One of my sons wasting no time getting to the beach. Maybe ten years ago. Can't remember the film or camera ;-)
 

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What About Bob said:
What is an acetone developer?
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When acetone is mixed with sodium sulfite, in water, the ph rises. I've been experimenting with a developer called Bishop's - but there's a member here named @Merg Ross that has used a variation of it a lot. I'm trying to get a good result from it with Ultrapan 400 (which is Foma 400). I've deviated from the formula you can find on here by adding hydroquinone. I still haven't finalized the amounts or times.
 
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@Mick Fagan (Deck With a View)

And an image that creates a desire to spend an afternoon on it, sitting in that chair. Nice!

@logan2z

I really like the visual atmosphere that this image creates. There’s a slight eeriness to it for me, created by what seems to be storm clouds moving in (or moving out), with the deck overlooking a vast grassland, and a warning to dog owners, daring any to step foot on that walkway along with their companion. A great scene!

@warden

Even without your explanation, this image tells such a story to the viewer. And it seemed just the right moment for also catching the glow of the sun at the horizon. Thanks for the submission!
 

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This is old, from 2020, and there is or was a deck there somewhere. No idea what film, but it was shot with a Leica III.

 

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Warden, that picture of one of your sons, perfectly illustrates the enthusiasm of youth, perfect for a 21st birthday picture board photograph.
 

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I thought I'd have some film developed by now, but I guess not, so here is another old submission if it qualifies. My work building has a raised structure with seating that goes around the side and back. It's kind of large for a deck but serves the same purpose.

Canon EOS 3 with 85mm f/1.8 lens and TMAX 400

 
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We’ve had some incredibly nice submissions for this January MSA. If you have any (or more) images to share, today is the last day to post them.

Russ
 
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Thanks to everyone for your wonderful interpretations of this MSA theme. It was difficult for me to choose just one image that stood out as a favorite. I’m passing the honor to host the February MSA to Mick Fagan for his “Deck With a View” composition.

Cheers!

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Thank you Russ, I'll go and figure out a set subject for the month of February.]

Mick.
 
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