Sounds like your print was way overexposed. Try the test strip method, you'll get there!When the print was in the developer, went from nothing to an image within a second (like "whoooosh there it is" which I thought was odd). I wonder if I need to expose it for less time - and develop it longer?
Yes, I definitely saw some uneven development. I'll lessen the exposure time and try again. thank you!Never develop for less than what is the normal, suggested time. You run the risk of uneven development. If the test strip becomes too dark, then you have grossly overexposed. You can actually extend development time without ill effect.
Alright! Thanks! Ok...I thought it was a bit odd. I will expose it for a shorter time and develop it longer. Thanks so much!Sounds like your print was way overexposed. Try the test strip method, you'll get there!
Pick a development time within the range recommended by the manufacturer and stick to it - use exposure time to adjust your results.Alright! Thanks! Ok...I thought it was a bit odd. I will expose it for a shorter time and develop it longer. Thanks so much!
I'll.be.back.Pick a development time within the range recommended by the manufacturer and stick to it - use exposure time to adjust your results.
When you have done a bunch of this, and built up some experience, we can talk about some specialized refinements.
I noticed that exact thing. As a result, I moved the paper around in the tray, rocking it when I could and flipping it. The tray had a flat bottom which made the paper tricky to pick up (it stuck to the bottom). I think we'll need to get new/different ones that have ridges.make sure you flip the test strip 4-5 times when you put it in the developer and leave it face UP
then rock the tray for the entire time in the developer... when you pick your "time" make sure you flip the print the
same 4 or 5 times and rock it in the developer... many people don't flip their prints a few times so the paper doesn't get fully coated/submerged
at the same time or rock the tray which leads to poor development...
sounds like you are on a roll ! ( and having fun !)
john
I noticed that exact thing. As a result, I moved the paper around in the tray, rocking it when I could and flipping it. The tray had a flat bottom which made the paper tricky to pick up (it stuck to the bottom). I think we'll need to get new/different ones that have ridges.
It's been a lot of fun. And I can see that I'm slipping down a rabbit hole. Very quickly!
Thank you!!! This is great! I can only dream of becoming a master printer....Watch Darkroom Dave, Ilford Master Printer
How to make a test strip.
The only thing standing between you and becoming a master printer is hours and hours (and hours and hours) of time in the darkroom. It’s a very attainable dream. All it takes is tons of experience.Thank you!!! This is great! I can only dream of becoming a master printer....
...and a giant trash can!The only thing standing between you and becoming a master printer is hours and hours (and hours and hours) of time in the darkroom. It’s a very attainable dream. All it takes is tons of experience.
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