35mm cross processed prints - DPChallenge Forums

Nikon AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 18-70mm f/3.5-4.5G IF-ED

04/22/2004 02:36:35 AM · #1

Hey, yeah, I know this these photos aren't digital, but I'd appreciate some feed back, on whatever you want: color balance, composition, just whatever. I just recently started cross processing stuff, so I haven't printed very many pictures. These are the ones I did tonight.

It was an assignment to try something different. Two things different actually, and on this one, other than the cross processing itself, while printing the photo up, I got a scratched sheet of glass that we use for contact prints, and put drops of water on top. I rather like the effect, but I don't know if a lot of people will.

Edited for spelling.

Message edited by author 2004-04-22 07:23:36.

theodor38

Nikon D70

04/22/2004 03:06:06 AM · #2

well i like these photos.. especially the first one and the last one.. i would like to see first one in black and white... it seems to have a greenish hue to it that is kinda distracting.. it needs color correction.. but on a second thought i like it even witht he greenish tone.. it gives it a certain feel, but that feel probably be enhanced with b&w..
secondly" your last photo is i think ery interesting.. but how ironic it is.. people might tell you that it looks more like a digital art than photograph. because it has been editted.. this is the trend lately around here... if it has been editted than it is not a photo.. other than that i found your experiment a rather succesfull one with great results.. keep up the good work

Nikon AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 18-70mm f/3.5-4.5G IF-ED

04/22/2004 10:26:00 AM · #3

Originally posted by theodor38:

So here it is in black and white.

I don't really think it works as a black and white image, but maybe taking more green out of it would be better. I could try that next time I'm in the lab.

And you think someone wouldn't call it a photograph? Everything I did was done in a darkroom, and there is nothing digital about it other than the scan, so I would think that everyone here would consider it a photograph, but maybe just like an experimental kind of one.

And thanks very much for the comment, I really appreciate it.

theodor38

Nikon D70

04/22/2004 06:38:55 PM · #4

i guess color works better after all...
what i mean witht he digital art stuff is that.. people say even though the editting is done in darkroom it still is against photographic integrity and that is why it cant be considered a photograph but you can call it whatever else you please... i am against that point of view and see nothign wrong with any kind of manipulation done to a photo..

04/23/2004 12:13:49 AM · #5

Yeah, I get what you're saying.

I dunno. I'm not against digital art either, as long as the photograph is the base subject, and it maintains photographic quality.

But yeah. :) Thanks again.

04/23/2004 02:52:11 AM · #6

I have a question for everyone.

First I do want to thank theodor23, but when I post photos here, I never get any reponses. Everytime I post, the most I ever get is one. I got two once, but I bumped it since no one commented at all.

Usually I upload them to dpchallenge to make it easier to comment on the photo, but I never got comments that way, so I didn't do it this time.

I would especially like a couple more here.

One of the main reasons for this one, is because my professor thinks the regularly exposed photo of the man on the dunes is his favorite by far of what I've made so far this year, and I think it's lacking something, and like many of the prints I've made this semester much better, including the first lady bug shot.

Is it because of the title that makes people not want to click? Or because I didn't upload them? I'm just trying to figure everything out.

Nikon AF Micro-Nikkor 60mm f2.8D

04/23/2004 02:53:14 AM · #7

Originally posted by movieman:

edited to add:

I was also thinking that maybe the pictures are too mediocre. Like, there really isn't much that can be done to make them greater, they're just kind of stuck in the middle. But I don't know.

Koriyama

Nikon D200

04/23/2004 03:22:57 AM · #8

It's partly timing. The server time shows around 3:10 in the morning. Europe is just waking up and getting into work mode. Here, in Japan where it's prime time viewing, I suspect that there are only a very few members.

Try again in about 12 hours with a gentle bump.

Spork99

OM System OM-1

Canon EF 100mm f/2.8 USM Macro

04/23/2004 09:28:13 AM · #9

Is this E-6 film processed in C-41 chemistry or C-41 film processed in E-6?

jodiecoston

Canon EOS-450D Rebel XSi

Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS

04/23/2004 09:34:55 AM · #10

I love the last one with the scratched glass and water drop effects. That works really well with the cross-processed film. I don't think I've seen many nature shots done with a cross processed effect - I've seen lots of portraits and whatnot. The one of the ladybug is a good shot, but I think you're going to get a lot of comments saying that the color balance is off... The cross-processing doesn't change the colors enough in that situation to make it look like it was done on purpose, I think. I think the technique fits the image of the person and the sky quite well, making it look other-worldly.

Perhaps since this is a digital photography site, there might not be a lot of people here who are familiar with cross-processing... That might possibly be a reason for lack of response, too.

theodor38

Nikon D70

Nikon AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 18-70mm f/3.5-4.5G IF-ED

04/23/2004 06:50:31 PM · #11

not theodor23.... theodor38 :) lol...
pretty much everytime i add a new photo to my portfolio i post it here to get the responses from people.. but i generally either dont get any or get only a few.. but with some photos i get more responses.. i am yet to figure out this chaotic anomaly.. if i do i will let you know:)

04/27/2004 12:10:04 AM · #12

Originally posted by Spazmo99:

Is this E-6 film processed in C-41 chemistry or C-41 film processed in E-6?

It's E-6 film processed in C-41. It's slide film.

04/27/2004 12:12:37 AM · #13

Originally posted by jodiecoston:

Thanks a lot. Yeah. I might try and correct the colors a little more on the lady bug image.

I didn't think about many people not knowing about cross processing, so that makes sense.

Thanks a lot. And sorry it's taken so long to get back to you. Haven't logged on in a while.

Sony DT 11-18mm f/4.5-5.6 Aspherical ED Super Wide Angle Zoom

04/27/2004 12:14:58 AM · #14

Originally posted by theodor38:

Haha, my bad. Sorry about that.

And yes, definitely let me know! :)

JPR

Sony Alpha a55

04/27/2004 01:21:01 AM · #15

I must admit that I have no background in film so I have no idea what cross processing is. I can only guess. You are sure to catch me up in the middle of the night here in NY. I actually really like the green tone of the ladybug photo and I think it is by far the best of the bunch. I agree that the one your teacher likes is lacking something. Based on my experience I think it's a general rule that teachers and critics aren't going to choose my favorites as their favorites. I stopped caring about what my teachers said a long time ago. It is important to trust your own judgement. One of the main reasons I love this site is that it allows you to get feedback from such a large varied audience. In my opinion there will always be people who have the same artistic taste as you who will appreciate the work that you yourself feel is the best. These are the people you should be catering to by not catering to them at all. This is how truly unique artistic visions are formed. If you are looking to go into commercial photography this site is great to monitor your general appeal too. Personally, I'm happier with a low scoring photo that is selected as a favorite by more people.

I'd love to be informed about cross processing too. :)

sevenine0

Canon PowerShot G5

04/27/2004 01:24:02 AM · #16

i like the second one down. it appeals to me. neat picture!