Converting B/W RGB images to true B/W 16 bit?
2004-02-23 by martinshakeshaft
I am currently scanning some of my B/W negatives (Tri-X) using a Minolta 5400 and VueScan. Fine tuning is carried out in PhotoShop 7. My workflow is: Scan the
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Re: [Digital BW] CoolScan 5000
2004-02-23 by Robert W. Shearer
I have been hearing that more and more. That is why I am starting to research the issue. I have a huge amount of K slides. Going back to approx. 1966. Ice4 is
RE: [Digital BW] Re: EX B&W inks
2004-02-23 by George Le Masurier
Ed, I forgot to mention that after I make a test print, I then tweak the curve in the mid-tone areas to fine -tune things. I use EEM, but my C84 driver doesn t
[Digital BW] Re: EX B&W inks
2004-02-23 by edrudolpho
Good answer.... thanks George! :-) Ed ... generally what ... the curve ... a broad ... lays down a lot ... left of ... and ... even sure if ... and ... is ...
Nikon CoolScan V Sample B&W Scan ?
2004-02-23 by Tim Goodwin
Hello Would anyone happen to know where I might be able to download a scan of a 35mm B&W negative done with a Nikon CoolScan V at 4000dpi with optimum settings
RE: [Digital BW] new UT EZ inks for C84 printers
2004-02-23 by Paul Roark
Ed, For EEM, use the EEM paper type. (Truth is, there isn t much difference among the paper types.) Paul www.PaulRoark.com For UT2 information, curves, and
RE: [Digital BW] Where are the UT7 Inksets??
2004-02-23 by Paul Roark
They are not quite ready. The first production batch didn t match my mix. Sorry for the delay. Paul www.PaulRoark.com For UT2 information, curves, and
RE: [Digital BW] Re: EX B&W inks
2004-02-23 by George Le Masurier
Ed, I m new to PS and all the terminology, so I can only describe generally what I do. I deepen the black with an early point close to the start of the curve
Where are the UT7 Inksets??
2004-02-23 by Don
PLEASE excuse my itchy fingered previous post! I hit enter way too early. Would Paul Roark or anybody else here know when the new UT7 inksets usable with the
Where are the UT7 inksets?
2004-02-23 by Don
Re: EX B&W inks
2004-02-23 by edrudolpho
... George, can you give an idea of what your adjustment curve is doing? Ed
Re: [Digital BW] new UT EZ inks for C84 printers
2004-02-23 by edrudolpho
... One more question then.... would you select EEM as the paper type? Ed
EX B&W inks
2004-02-23 by glemasurier
Edrudolpho wrote: My questions: what Proof Setup, if any, would you use in PS7 or CS? Would you send the images to the printer with the Printer Space set to
Re: [Digital BW] new UT EZ inks for C84 printers
2004-02-23 by edrudolpho
Thank you, Paul. I ll let the list know how it turns out. Ed ... they were ... So, I d use ... neutral and ... position. If ... good dmax these ...
RE: [Digital BW] new UT EZ inks for C84 printers
2004-02-23 by Paul Roark
Ed, The EZ C82/84 inks assume no profiles or anything. That is, they were aimed at novices who would not do anything to their systems. So, I d use same as
Re: [Digital BW] Photo Rag and flaking
2004-02-23 by Mark Savoia
For all those who want a direct connection to Hahnemuhle to comment on their papers, I spoke to this guy at PMA and he said he is the one that listens. Martin
Re: [Digital BW] Photo Rag and flaking
2004-02-23 by xspamxken.schuster
I ve had flaking with several fine art-type papers, especially Hahnemuhle s Linen 150, Torchon 285, William Turner 300 and Moab s Entrada Fine Art 190 (an
new UT EZ inks for C84 printers
2004-02-23 by edrudolpho
Hi all, I ve just ordered a set of the EZ B&W UT inks to use with an Epson C84 printer that I got for free when I bought a computer recently. Here is the info
Re: [Digital BW] CoolScan 5000
2004-02-23 by winddancing
Search in Photo.net as repeatedly it comes up that K. and B/W are very tricky and that some of the older scanners actually handle them better than most of the
Re: [Digital BW] help me "catch up" - an old 1160 & sepia>neutral
2004-02-23 by frankg_photo
Thank you folks - i ll get my order for ut in soon - just have to find and sort out carts vs. cis
CoolScan 5000
2004-02-23 by iceman15613
I am planning on upgrading my scanning capability to a coolscan 5000. I am going to want to scan a large amount of kodachrome slides with this unit. Plus b&w
Re: [Digital BW] help me "catch up" - an old 1160 & sepia>neutral
2004-02-23 by bgs
I can only say this. I still use the 1160 and the UT CFS. The prints can be beautiful if you re into the image and not the other stuff. I sold 8 prints in a 2
RE: [Digital BW] help me "catch up" - an old 1160 & sepia>neutral
2004-02-23 by Paul Roark
Frank, MIS is building a new structure into its web page. Hopefully it ll make navigation through it much easier. See
Re: [Digital BW] Re: Photo Rag and flaking
2004-02-23 by sdmey4@aol.com
In a message dated 2/22/2004 8:40:34 PM Pacific Standard Time, ... They flake due to rough handling most of the time, minimize the handling and Photorag should
Re: Photo Rag and flaking
2004-02-23 by jim hayes
I ve used Hahnemule Photorag and German Etching. I heard that Photorag is the best of the Hanemule s wrt least flaking. Still I have had problems with Photorag
Re: [Digital BW] help me "catch up" - an old 1160 & sepia>neutral
2004-02-23 by frankg_photo
... However, if ... the type ... dots, ... I am the type :-) But......$ shortage dictates that I do the best I can with what I have....so I will aspire to the
Photo Rag and flaking
2004-02-23 by Richard Smallfield
Hi, I have been using Photo Rag for only a short time and have not yet noticed any flaking. Is this something that happens after a photo has been on display
Re: Volatile Organic Compounds
2004-02-23 by Julio Fernandez
Paul: Yes, you are right, VOC stands for Volatile Organic Compounds. Allow me then to complete the picture for other readers, though not in direct response to
Re: [Digital BW] Paper/Framing tips (long), was B/W Photo Framing/Paper questio
2004-02-23 by George Hartzell
... Sure enough. Here s the one for the 650. http://www.logangraphic.com/manuals/english/650.pdf g.
RE: [Digital BW] help me "catch up" - an old 1160 & sepia>neutral
2004-02-23 by Paul Roark
Frank, ... Yes, the UT is probably the one to use. It s as good as it gets in terms of light fastness. I have good curves for the UT and 1160. The MIS new,
Re: Paper/Framing tips (long), was B/W Photo Framing/Paper question
2004-02-23 by BluesVan
Jim, Thanks very much for this excellent response. This is so much more than I ever expected and is very much appreciated. I have a lot to learn and this
Brilliant Paper
2004-02-22 by Rob Adams
Anyone tried the new Brilliant ink jet paper? Did a search, and got nary a hit. Also asked on the Imageprint forum, no dice there either. Rob
Re: [Digital BW] Paper/Framing tips (long), was B/W Photo Framing/Paper questio
2004-02-22 by jim hayes
... glass- ... Thank you. If you re doing mats every day, yeah, you should spring for more than the Logan 650. But this is a good way to save money by buying a
Re: [Digital BW] Paper/Framing tips (long), was B/W Photo Framing/Paper question
2004-02-22 by George Hartzell
... Jim, that was a *great* post! I ve been chronically shopping for a mat cutter for a while now, and am planning to [someday] buy the Logan 650 (a.k.a. the
[Digital BW] Re: Good source for EEM paper, testing Condor BW
2004-02-22 by Jeff Randall
For those folks still following this thread, Buy.com list EEM under the old name of Epson Archival Matte. Use this to find it or use the Epson part # S041341.
RE: [Digital BW] Paper/Framing tips (long), was B/W Photo Framing/Paper question
2004-02-22 by Phil Radlick
Hello Jim, As a lurking learner I just want to thank you for a terrific post. It is very helpful!! Phil Radlick ... From: jim hayes [mailto:jimhayes@frii.com]
Epson 3000 and B&W inks
2004-02-22 by Christopher Williams
There s a clean working Epson 3000 for sale in my town for $375. Printer works fine with the color inks. I m thinking of getting it for B&W use with
help me "catch up" - an old 1160 & sepia>neutral
2004-02-22 by frankg_photo
hi all, I ve been out of the loop for many, many months due to health issues and so on. I ve fired up my old 1160 with MIS sepia neutral inkset in a cis
Paper/Framing tips (long), was B/W Photo Framing/Paper question
2004-02-22 by jim hayes
... I use the same combo, though I print larger. I frame myself since the markup is tremendous (can be 5x, am told). Here s some thoughts. They are longish,
RE: [Digital BW] What Inkset for Epson 1520?
2004-02-22 by Paul Roark
Steve, ... For the 1520 and 3000 I recommend a monotone as opposed to one of the variable-tone inksets if you want the best smoothness. I used the MIS VMS
Re: [Digital BW] What Inkset for Epson 1520?
2004-02-22 by D. Hill
Steve, The 1520 is a real sleeper. It can use the R9/Piezography driver with stunning results. But, if you are going to throw it out - throw it my way. Don
Re: [Digital BW] Re: Lyson Group?
2004-02-22 by Cyril H. Walker
I have used Lyson Small Gamut inks since they were introduced. Very few problems even after leaving the printer (Epson 1160) for a month. I use the settings
What Inkset for Epson 1520?
2004-02-22 by Steve Bell
I m thinking of dedicating an older Epson 1520 to B&W printing. As it uses rather large ink droplets ands prints somewhat coarsely compared to my 1290s, will
RE: [Digital BW] How to Make Cooler Prints with UT2 Inkset?
2004-02-22 by Max Clark
Thanks for the quick response Paul! I will give those numbers a try and see what happens. I will look forward to you providing cool curves in the (hopefully
RE: [Digital BW] How to Make Cooler Prints with UT2 Inkset?
2004-02-22 by Paul Roark
... I agree cool curves would be good, but I have not had time to making them yet. I explained how to adjust the neutral curve for warmer or cooler prints in
How to Make Cooler Prints with UT2 Inkset?
2004-02-22 by Max Clark
I ve been playing with my new Epson 1280 and UT2 Ink system over the weekend, and I am very pleased overall. However, there are times when I like really cool
Re: [Digital BW] Where Can I Download Curves for UT2 Inkset?
2004-02-22 by Max Clark
Scratch that request, I finally figured it out! Sorry! ... __________________________________ Do you Yahoo!? Yahoo! Mail SpamGuard - Read only the mail you
Re: [Digital BW] Usenet groups on Nikon film scanners
2004-02-22 by Max Clark
I can t give any info re a usenet group discussion, but I can tell you that I am very impressed with my Coolscan V! Couldn t be happier! ...
Where Can I Download Curves for UT2 Inkset?
2004-02-22 by Max Clark
This seems like a stupid question, but I am having difficulty downloading the UT2 curves. I have attempted to download them from Paul s website without luck,
+++MARCH Print Exchange Sign Up++++
2004-02-22 by Tom OConnell
MARCH PRINT EXCHANGE ++++ SIGN UP OPEN Hi everyone- You are now invited to sign up for the MARCH BW print exchange. Signup will be open to the first 15 who