Ultra large format

Superewza said:
Where do you even get a lens like that?
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I shall ask this question in my local Currys :D


but seriously though - I thought I've seen some huge cameras, but well - I guess I haven't !

the project/idea is obviously 100x times greater than the equipment although this time they really do feel connected.
 
why do I so often write comments before I actually finish watching the thing :D

absolutely loved it. the style of editing/filming etc really reminds me of snowboard videos, but maybe it's just that in love feeling I get watching those 2 things - photography and snowing.

I hope to see a full movie about their experience one day.
 
went to his webpage - makes sense now :D

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Saw this in another recent thread on here but I could watch that video ALL day. It fascinates me. I'd easily sit & watch an entire movie about his work & developments if he were to do one.
 
IamAshlyRose said:
Saw this in another recent thread on here but I could watch that video ALL day. It fascinates me. I'd easily sit & watch an entire movie about his work & developments if he were to do one.
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so you usually have trouble sitting still then ? :D

If his work would gain international attention I bet there would be a proper 90min doc movie.
 
The dedication and the inspiration from this film is awe inspiring. A a very humble wet plate collodion photographer I really do feel inspired to push myself with my little experience of the craft. I feel his pain when things don't work out, its such a hard craft to master when things conspire against you, weather, chemistry and technique, its hard to balance it all out just to get an image let alone the stunning work he is doing.

Comments like "hideously toxic liquids" show that most people do not understand the process or the chemicals involved. Once mixed into the collodion the toxic levels are so low that its not worth mentioning and will be washed away with no environmental impact.

I got started 12 months ago with a stunning weekend class in the art from John Brewer in Manchester. I'm now dedicated to pursuing it and learning all the time, there are lots of on-line resources and videos for those having an interest, but if you really want the experience get in touch with John and take a class, it was quite simply the best weekends photography I have ever had and has reset all my goals and inspiration.

Mart
 
yup !

even Sally Mann says it's hard ! + if you think about the sizes they're doing ! it's nuts !

Good luck Mart ! it's nice to see someone local-ish doing this ! would love to do this in future as well.
 
What am I missing? I can't watch anything on Vimeo it's too much for my laptop to handle!
 
A guy making really large wet plate images on a black metal substrate instead of glass. By really large, its probably A0 or above at the biggest. The "camera" is a converted vehicle where the lens points out of the back and there's a black sheet. The lens projects into the van where the guy stands and can position the plate exactly where he wants it, then develops it in the field. They are amazing
 
Woodsy said:
Truly inspirational. Makes me 5x4 look a little... pathetic!
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Makes my 35mm look rather pathetic! hahaha.
 
Marvin d martian said:
The dedication and the inspiration from this film is awe inspiring. A a very humble wet plate collodion photographer I really do feel inspired to push myself with my little experience of the craft. I feel his pain when things don't work out, its such a hard craft to master when things conspire against you, weather, chemistry and technique, its hard to balance it all out just to get an image let alone the stunning work he is doing.

Comments like "hideously toxic liquids" show that most people do not understand the process or the chemicals involved. Once mixed into the collodion the toxic levels are so low that its not worth mentioning and will be washed away with no environmental impact.

I got started 12 months ago with a stunning weekend class in the art from John Brewer in Manchester. I'm now dedicated to pursuing it and learning all the time, there are lots of on-line resources and videos for those having an interest, but if you really want the experience get in touch with John and take a class, it was quite simply the best weekends photography I have ever had and has reset all my goals and inspiration.

Mart
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Hence the gas masks?
And throwing his toys out of the pram when they ballsed up, throwing the plate just made him look ridiculous, yeah expensive mistakes but no one forced him to start doing the project i doubt he went into it thinkin it would be plain sailing. However i find the whole process captivating and magical. And would love to have the chance to learn all about it one day.
 
robhooley167 said:
Once you use anything larger than 35mm it becomes pathetic
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Unfortunately I just haven't had the opportunity ~ MF & LF are DEFINITELY on my to do list at uni! {IF I get in} :}.

I still want this video to be taken & a whole film made about his work.
 
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I don't think 35mm is that bad. I am very happy with my images on 35mm now, even despite my scanner.
 
menthel said:
I don't think 35mm is that bad.
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I love my 35mm :}
I need to get out with her more!
 
they all are different beasts ! :)

although hands on making image is really starting to get to me.
 
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