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Hey, if things keep going the way they are with the manufacturers, that book might be state of the art in 25 years or so, reflecting how far back we have moved.

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Hey, if things keep going the way they are with the manufacturers, that book might be state of the art in 25 years or so, reflecting how far back we have moved.

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Fortunately, manufacturers are no longer in control of the 'state of the art', right Ron? I know you're cooking in at least the 1940's. I think I'm somewhere around 1925. Emulsion making started with amateurs and I think it's inevitable and highly appropriate that it ends with us.

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Well, Denise, I am up to the 60s now and working hard. I think that is about the best I can do.

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Well, in my opinion, the late 40s and 50s were the height of the b&w age of photography - at least from the fine art point of view. The materials never got more beautiful. If you're up to the 60s, I think the 'best' you can do is far and away more than good enough. You should be very, very proud. I know I'm grateful for your hard work.

Back to the OP. Reading the old books is great fun and very educational. It's a very effective way to start learning about emulsions. Thanks for the link!
 

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Yes, although primarily glass dry plate. But, I'm a historian and researcher. I'm not saying I could run a profitable commercial studio with homemade negs. I do think a fine art photog could make it work. 'Handmade' goes for a premium.
 

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As with commercial products, artisan products come in different flavors. Apart from the color sensitivity differences, TLF#2, enlarged 2x, looks like old TRI-X pushed to 800. On the other hand, TLF#1 is grainless and bold. It looks just like Tech Pan developed for a smooth density range.
 
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