I continue to work on improving my ability to edit scanned film color negatives and convert to digital picture. It is definitely a fine art but an art that helps me think about how I see the world around me.
GIMP or GNU Image Manipulation Program is the tool of choice for now since it is free and open source. The plan is to move on to Negative Lab Pro, but I am enjoying the process of learning the different image tools that GIMP offers to bring out the details of the photo.
The unaligned negative with exposed sprockets is the aesthetic that defines the theme. The next step is to print the converted negatives to see how the printer interprets the photo compared to printed images provided by the Studio that developed the film.
I would like to print the photos with the film sprockets.
Next Up
The current project I am working through is capturing images with two Kodak black and white disposable cameras. Even though I am wanting to develop those images at home, I still have not made the decision to do so or take the cameras to the Studio and let the professionals handle it.
I would like to develop the black and white photos at home because I need the experience, and I avoid a long commute to the Studio. Unfortunately, the local photo developers do not return negatives. This is odd to me.
Cinestill has the black and white monobath that is a good starting point for novices.
I think I have made my decision.
the knickerbocker kid 