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Stand development???


That explains it. The copy I have (from the library) is 2nd ed. The book looks like it's got some pretty valuable information so I may have to procure a copy of the 3rd ed.

Thanks again.
 
I use TD3 for my stand development. Any film from 400 to 25. 1.5 hours. Love the results. 45 second agitation, then leave it alone. Water stop, TF4 fix.
 
Indeed. Shake it up, tap the bubbles out and then leave it alone. All this science is great, up to a point. I think it is called "stand development" for a reason.
 
Thomas Bertilsson said:
Uneven development is very common when doing standing development.
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This was my biggest problem. It was subtle too so I developed many rolls before I realized what was going on. I have given up on stand development for roll film.
 

Be careful when using the word "pyro". There are two basic "pyro" developers. One is pyrogallol or pyrogallic acid which is the more toxic and active of the two. the other is pyrocatechol or pyrocatechin which is somewhat less toxic.

The Adams image you mention was developed in a very highly diluted pyrocatechin developer which is a highly compensating developer.
 
Marco B, your night photos are truly lovely, and inspirational. Thanks for sharing!
 
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