Plymouth Darkroom

13/11/2023

Took nearly 3 months to finish this roll of Tmax 400. Some appealing frames worth printing.
Royal William Yard on multigrade fb classic.

10/10/2023

Working on an addition to the darkroom, testing underway for optimum height etc.
So if Alternative printing is your thing?

01/10/2023

30/09/2023

All set up, 2 consecutive clients for print sessions makes for a good Saturday. If anyone has an interesting in stepping up their film photography, we can tailer most things to suit. Small groups or one to one.

29/09/2023

Exploring possibilities for some winter activities. A satisfying and interesting workflow.
Graflex speed Graphic.
Graphex 6⅜" & 2mm slot in aperture disc, providing f128 for this photograph.
Total exposure time tipped 9 hours.
Negative is 4x5 FP4+ dev - DD-X 1:6.
Print 8x10 multigrade FB Classic in gloss.

16/09/2023

A thing I will be working on during the darker months. Workflow and math are pretty much there, some niggles to work out for yet to get them to a print standard.
Speed graphic
Bausch and lomb Protar 16¼"
FP4+
f175 - 3hrs 50mins

16/08/2023

Swell Tor Quarry, Dartmoor
2x3

22/07/2023

A view over the darkroom rooftop, of Devonport Dockyard and Cornwall beyond. Taken on the Graflex Auto rb 4x5, 16¼" Bausch and Lomb/Zeiss Protar. f64 - 26sec on Fomapan 200.
Initially a test frame but may well be worth a small print.

17/07/2023

Whether you're looking to make those first steps into film photography, or maybe tried in the past without great results and would like to refresh your skills, then this is the perfect workshop for you.
With a maximum of 4 people per workshop, you can expect expert tuition and guidance in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere.
This workshop is perfect for small groups of friends to get together to share and experience whilst learning something new.

We look forward to seeing you soon!

Whether you're looking to make those first steps into film photography, or maybe tried in the past without great results and would like to refresh your skills, then this is the perfect workshop for you.With a maximum of 4 people per workshop, you can expect expert tuition and guidance in a relaxed,....

05/07/2023

It's always good to know you are getting things right, and at least making a small difference.
Anything film photography related or darkroom you'll find my website in my bio, or just look up my website.
Thank you Tom, I'll slip you that fiver later 😉

27/06/2023

Managed to squeeze a little personal time in recently, one I grabbed on route to meeting on for a chitchat. An outing with the little Graf is always welcome.