S3D Re: Dr. T.'s Realist Manual!

["Norm in S.F." <normlehf@xxxxxxxxxxx>]

Hi George,

Put a book aside for me. Check will be in tomorrow morning's mail.
Thanks,

Norm

Norman H. Lehfeldt

Dr. George A. Themelis wrote:
> 
> Here is my second and last (for a while :-)) ad in sell-3d for my
> new Stereo Realist book.  As you can see from the Table of Contents
> reproduced at the end, this new "Stereo Realist Reference" it its
> 130 pages and over 230 pictures covers all aspects of using the
> Stereo Realist camera, Realist accessories and techniques, info
> on Realist repair and modifications, together with basic photographic
> concepts and practical advice.
> 
> This book is similar to my viewer books, self published with
> spiral binding, but this time I have used digital copying so the
> pictures are much better.
> 
> "How to Use and Maintain your Stereo Realist Plus an
>  Introduction to Stereo Photography", by DrT .............. $35
> 
> The special offer of free shipping to the USA and Canada
> (or surface mail for international orders - air mail add $5)
> will expire in two weeks. I must receive your order before
> I leave for a two week vacation on August 7th.
> 
> Send your check or money order to:
> 
> George Themelis
> 10243 Echo Hill Drive
> Brecksville OH 44141 USA
> 
> The Table of Contents follows, which I think shows the variety of
> subjects covered.  Not everything is discussed in great detail.
> This is mainly a guide for beginners but even experienced users
> will find something of value here...
> 
> 1. BASIC PHOTOGRAPHIC CONCEPTS
> 1.1.    Art vs. Mechanics
> 1.2.    Photography as Art
> 1.3.    Manual vs. Automatic Operation
> 1.4.    The Exposure Challenge
> 1.5.    "Sunny 16"
> 1.6.    Light Meters
> 1.7.    Exposure Bracketing
> 1.8.    Identical Exposures
> 1.9.    Shutter Speed
> 1.10.   Camera Shake: Watch out!
> 1.11.   Minimum Hand-holding Speed
> 1.12.   Aperture
> 1.13.   Depth of Field (DOF)
> 1.14.   Best Aperture?
> 1.15.   Focus
> 1.16.   Hyperfocal Distance
> 
> 2. REQUIREMENTS FOR STEREO PHOTOGRAPHY
> 2.1.    Technical Requirements
> 2.2.    Sharpness
> 2.3.    Best Film For Stereo
> 2.4.    Slides vs. Prints
> 2.5.    What Brand of Film?
> 2.6.    Depth Range
> 2.7.    Depth Range in Close-Ups
> 
> 3. PUTTING EVERYTHING TOGETHER
> 3.1.    Your First Stereo Roll
> 3.2.    Normal Stereo Photography
> 3.3.    Low Available Light
> 3.4.    Flash Stereo Photography
> 3.5.    Close-up Stereo Photography
> 
> 4. STEREO AND THE REALIST
> 4.1.    A Short History
> 4.2.    Stereo Then, Now and Tomorrow
> 4.3.    Different Realist Models
> 4.4.    Evolution of the Realist Camera Body
> 4.5.    More About Lenses
> 4.6.    Buying a Stereo Realist
> 4.7.    Overcoming the "Sharpness Anxiety"
> 4.8.    What Others Say About the Realist
> 
> 5. USING THE REALIST
> 5.1.    Camera Features
> 5.2.    Loading and Unloading Film
> 5.3.    Picture-Taking Routine
> 
> 6. MOUNTING - VIEWING - PROJECTING
> 6.1.    Stereo Formats
> 6.2.    Realist Film/Camera Format
> 6.3.    Realist Mounting/Viewing Format
> 6.4.    Other 35 mm Stereo Formats
> 6.5.    Five Sprockets vs. Seven Sprockets
> 6.6.    Do It All Over Again?
> 6.7.    Stereo Mounting
> 6.8.    Mounting Realist Slides
> 6.9.    Stereo Slide Viewers
> 6.10    Stereo Projectors
> 6.11.   Projection vs. Viewers
> 6.12.   Working With Prints
> 
> 7. ACCESSORIES AND ADVANCED TECHNIQUES
> 7.1.    Factory Parts and Accessories
> 7.2.    Camera Cases and Bags
> 7.3.    Realist Filters & Shades
> 7.4.    Other Filter Ideas
> 7.5.    Wide-Angle & Telephoto Attachments
> 7.6.    Ultra Close-Ups with the Realist
> 7.7.    Cable Release & Self-Timer
> 7.8.    Multiple Exposures
> 7.9.    Trick Stereo Photography
> 7.10.   Tripods and Other Supports
> 7.11.   Realist Flash Guns
> 7.12.   Using Electronic Flash
> 7.13.   Film Identifier
> 7.14.   On the Level
> 7.15.   Film Rewind Crank
> 7.16.   Books and Literature
> 7.17.   Other Accessories
> 
> 8. REALIST MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR
> 8.1.    Basic Principle of Realist Repair
> 8.2.    Remove & Clean Lens Plate
> 8.3.    Inspect and Clean Shutter
> 8.4.    Clean Leather, Rangefinder & Viewfinder
> 8.5.    Lubricate Film Advance
> 8.6.    Under the Top Cover
> 8.7.    Troubleshoot Flash System
> 8.8.    Align Rangefinder
> 8.9.    Test & Adjust Focus
> 8.10.   Install/Adjust Lens Cover
> 8.11.   Long & Short Term Storage
> 8.12.   Off to  the Repairman
> 
> 9. UNIQUE REALIST MODIFICATIONS
> 9.1.    Curing the Infamous Light Leak
> 9.2.    Modifying the Viewfinder
> 9.3.    Modernizing the Flash Contact
> 9.4.    7P Modification
> 
> 10. LIFE AFTER THE REALIST
> 10.1.   Stereo Camera Limitations
> 10.2.   Stereo Base
> 10.3.   Ortho Stereo
> 10.4.   Hyperstereo
> 10.5.   The 1/30 Rule
> 10.6.   Hypostereo
> 10.7.   Pitfalls of Single/Twin Camera Work
> 10.8.   Focal Length, Stretch, Squash
> 10.9.   Stretch in Stereo Projection
> 10.10.  Cardboard Cutout Effect
> 10.11.  The PerPax Principle
> 10.12.  Computer Stereo
> 
> This book was very well received in the NSA Convention in Green
> Bay.  I would like to quote John Dukes, an experienced stereo
> photographer who wrote the following photo-3d:
> 
> >Just returned from Green Bay, I'm full of happy memories, new knowledge,
> >and a new appreciation for our Dr.T.  His new book on the Stereo Realist is
> >a superbly presented collection of the things you might have known, the
> >things that you should know, and many things that you will enjoy
> >knowing--or will know where to find. I've been shooting with a Realist much
> >longer than George, but I learned one heck of a lot. And I'm grateful.
> 
> Thanks for reading!
> 
> George Themelis


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