Re: New IR User

[synvis@xxxxxx (Steve Traudt)]

sgraham@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx wrote:
> 
> OK folks, I've tried Ilford SFX 200 and thought it was OK, but now it's time
> for the real thing - I've bought some Kodak HIE and am looking for some
> advice on using it.
> 
> What film speed should I set on the camera?
> What is the best time of day to shoot?
> Is my red Cokin-P filter OK?
> Does the film really need loaded in complete darkness?
> What is the best way to measure exposure? TTL with the filter in place or
> using a hand hel meter?
> 
> Also does anyone have any suggestions for getting the film developed in the
> UK. I haven't got darkroom equipment yet myself.
> 
> Regards
> 
> Steve Graham
> sgraham@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
> http://www.geocities.com/Yosemite/1837/

In partial reply to your questions...
        -yes, you really do need to load in total darkness. However, I did not
believe it myself so I tried to bypass this step, ruined part of the
roll, now I am believer!
        -Best way I have found to start new person off with HIE is per Laurie
White's Book, ie, shoot one whole roll at same setting, namely 125 at
f/11. Do some in sun, some shade, etc. Keep notes and record meter
reading you would have gotten( use ISO of 200, with red filter in
place). Develop per Kodak's time and temp, D-76 works well. This test
will teach you more than you can imagine. Tho simple, it is powerful and
will save you much time in long run. HIE is tricky to use, but the
results are so wonderful!

steve.
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Steve Traudt - Synergistic Visions Photography
412 Main St, Grand Junction, CO 81501
(970) 245-6700 - email: synvis@xxxxxx
http://www.apogeephoto.com/synvis.html

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