P3D Holographic stereo experience

[MarkKernes@xxxxxxx]

Although this isn't stereo photography related, I recently had the pleasure of
being present for a holographic shoot of porn star Serenity at the Laser
Reflections studio in San Francisco. The company has been selling nude white-
light reflection holograms of the star for several months, and plans a
"subscription series" of smaller shots for a reasonable price. (The current
ones sell for upwards of $500.) I used to make holograms years ago and am
still fascinated with the art. Laser Reflections uses a very powerful YAG
laser designed by owner Ron Olson, with exposure times measured in nano-
seconds, and at this shoot, he and wife Bernadette created a plate measuring
(as I recall) 32" x 17". I tried to take some stereo photos of a couple of
their existing holos (see; this IS P3D related!),  and several seem to have a
decent exposure, but I haven't mounted them yet to see if they'll actually
show a stereo image of the hologram. 

The company also has a display floor (open by appointment only, I think) with
many different images, including a wide selection of cats and apes. Those
interested might want to contact the company at (415) 896-5958. Or check out
their website at <www.laser-reflections.com>.

Mark Kernes


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