by Ralph W. Lambrecht and Chris Woodhouse

This unique and long-awaited new book is a unique blend of practical, pictorial and technical information for the discerning monochrome worker. The authors have spent considerable effort ensuring the accuracy of the contents, cross referencing with authorities from Ilford and leading institutes to ensure that their recommendations are best practice on, for instance, Archival Processing. The result is a rich source of information, a practical “how to” guide and an advanced work of reference. It explains various darkroom processes and dispels several myths and half truths that have been perpetuated through the years. It includes specialist chapters by several leading US photographers, as well as a full index and bibliography. The contents list below gives some idea of its scope. The book spans over 300 pages, including 250 pictures and 210 technical illustrations.

Published by Fountain Press, soft cover
Price £29.95 (no VAT)
 

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Contents

Fundamental Print Control

• f/stop Timing
• The Basics of Photographic Printing
• Archival Processing

Tonal Reproduction

• Introduction to the Zone System
• Introduction to Sensitometry
• Zone Reproduction
• Image Gradation

Advanced Print Control

• Fine-Tuning Print Exposure & Contrast
• Measuring Paper Contrast
• Contrast Control with Color Enlargers
• Basic Split-Grade Printing
• Advanced Split-Grade Printing
• Print Flashing
• Paper Reciprocity Failure
• Print Dry-Down

Negative Control

• Sharpness and Depth of Field
• Critical Focusing
• Introduction to Exposure
• Introduction to Development
• Creating a Standard
• Customizing Film Speed & Development
• Influence of Exposure and Development
• Applied Zone System
• C41 Zone System
• Quality Control
• Unsharp Masking
• Masking for Complete Control
• Digital Monochrome

On Assignment

• 15 Practical assignments

Tools, Tips & Tricks

• The Efficient Darkroom
• The Spacious Darkroom
• How Safe is Your Safelight?
• Make Your Own Test Strip Printer
• Make Your Own Burning Card
• How to Build and Use the Zone Ruler
• How to Build and Use a Zone Dial
• Equipment
• Sharpness in the Darkroom
• Exposure, Development and Printing Records
• Identification System for Film Holders
• Templates
• Bibliography
• Index

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