stumar
Frustrated Photographer
Hi all,
I would like to try my own B&W film developing in order to scan negatives.
I have been reading allot on RFF and the wider internet, i have all these terms and equipment names buzzing around in my head now
!!!
Is there any good equipment/chemicals starter kits that someone may be able to recommend?
Thanks
Stuart.
I would like to try my own B&W film developing in order to scan negatives.
I have been reading allot on RFF and the wider internet, i have all these terms and equipment names buzzing around in my head now
!!!Is there any good equipment/chemicals starter kits that someone may be able to recommend?
Thanks
Stuart.
Puisin
shoots film and leaves
Hi Stewart,
If it's equipment you're after Pattersons have a complete kit that includes a universal developing tank, spiral, thermom, measuring cylinders, film clips, print trays etc. It's roughly $200 AUD but would no doub't be a hell of a lot cheaper in the UK. Otherwise AP and Photolab, both generic chemical brands, also do similar packs at roughly half the price. The only additional equipment you would need would be storage bottles for your chemicals once they're made up. As for chemicals, might I suggest you try the kodak range to start with, they're easily accessible, easy directions to follow and very reasonably priced. Shop around on the internet first - some suppliers have starter or student kits.
Tash
If it's equipment you're after Pattersons have a complete kit that includes a universal developing tank, spiral, thermom, measuring cylinders, film clips, print trays etc. It's roughly $200 AUD but would no doub't be a hell of a lot cheaper in the UK. Otherwise AP and Photolab, both generic chemical brands, also do similar packs at roughly half the price. The only additional equipment you would need would be storage bottles for your chemicals once they're made up. As for chemicals, might I suggest you try the kodak range to start with, they're easily accessible, easy directions to follow and very reasonably priced. Shop around on the internet first - some suppliers have starter or student kits.
Tash
kmack
do your job, then let go
One of our members has a wiki that could be invaluable to you.
Photo Wiki by kaiyen
As mentioned above, you really only need a tank, reels, thermometer, measuring cups and chemicals. Just jump in and have fun.
Photo Wiki by kaiyen
As mentioned above, you really only need a tank, reels, thermometer, measuring cups and chemicals. Just jump in and have fun.
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Puisin
shoots film and leaves
Stuart,
This is the kit I was talking about - just add chemicals and you're ready to go.
http://www.firstcall-photographic.co.uk/pp/Darkroom_Equipment/Film_Processing/AP_Beginners_Film_Developer_Kit_for_35mm.html
or if you're thinking of printing as well this is a better buy....
http://www.firstcall-photographic.co.uk/pp/Darkroom_Equipment/Film_Processing/AP_Darkroom_Film_and_Print_Kit.html
BTW don't forget to let us know how the developing goes.
Cheers,
Tash
This is the kit I was talking about - just add chemicals and you're ready to go.
http://www.firstcall-photographic.co.uk/pp/Darkroom_Equipment/Film_Processing/AP_Beginners_Film_Developer_Kit_for_35mm.html
or if you're thinking of printing as well this is a better buy....
http://www.firstcall-photographic.co.uk/pp/Darkroom_Equipment/Film_Processing/AP_Darkroom_Film_and_Print_Kit.html
BTW don't forget to let us know how the developing goes.
Cheers,
Tash
R
RML
Guest
IIRC there are starter kits from less than US$50. All you need to add is developer and fixer. Maybe google can get you some useful results.
stumar
Frustrated Photographer
Many thanks everyone.
Time to get shooting!! I have photographers block just now, just cant seam to shake it, the weather here in Scotland is awfull, has been for weeks!
Stuart.
Time to get shooting!! I have photographers block just now, just cant seam to shake it
, the weather here in Scotland is awfull, has been for weeks!Stuart.
ClaremontPhoto
Jon Claremont
Stuart:
The weather may be awful but you can still make photos.
The weather may be awful but you can still make photos.
markinlondon
Elmar user
Jon Claremont said:
Yep, wintertime is printing time
kaiyen
local man of mystery
Good luck with it. If you have specific questions about particular steps, issues, methods, etc...ask away. It's good to just get started and see what happens, but you'll reach specific items as you go.
allan
allan