Re: IR with no direct sunlight

[Ben Kreunen <ben@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

>I would recommend doing your own film processing.  It is very easy, does not
>require a darkroom, and you are ensured excellent results.

So would I

>One would shoot faster and extend the development time to compensate for a
>scene that lacks contrast.

This is the normal advice you will get from photographers (and I'm not 
saying it's wrong) but there is another way of looking at this which 
shouldn't be overlooked.

1: You are increasing the development because your previous development did 
not produce a maximum density on the neg (low contrast)
2: Increasing the processing will increase the contrast and can have an 
effect on the apparent film speed so people tell you to change your ISO

BUT, it also increases the amount of shadow detail you get, so until you 
actually get a maximum density on your negative you can enjoy the benefits 
of extra shadow detail.  It actually gets a little more complicated than 
that due to density/grain effects towards the lighter tones but I'd suggest 
just increase you processing first and then see whether you need to adjust 
your exposure..


Cheers

Ben

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