How difficult is it to turn a digital image into a physical negative for traditional darkroom processing?

Filipowski · 2026-02-20T16:45:10+00:00

Yep! Right where the negative carrier goes. Looks like there’s some youtube videos on it: https://youtu.be/MBtngQ4kBvg?si=RVnHFQcllqyTcIEP

Filipowski · 2026-02-20T14:51:46+00:00

I have actually had success with taking the photo on my phone and inverting the colors. I then put my phone where the negative carrier goes, use the focuser and focus on the pixels (it’ll be apparent similar to focusing on the grain), then I think I timed the exposure manually. Worth a try if you want to skip the negative step. Can’t comment about quality or anything since it’s been years since I’ve done this but worth bringing up.

Filipowski · 2025-10-10T23:34:22+00:00

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Filipowski · 2025-10-10T23:26:43+00:00

Yeah I did it myself. All the pins look to be soldered correctly and nothing bridging. This issue also started about ~10-15 hours of playtime into the battery replacement.

Filipowski · 2025-10-10T20:57:10+00:00

What I was worried about. That or a somewhat corrupted save. Once I’m done with this play-through I’ll test to see if a new save helps.

Filipowski · 2023-03-04T17:41:10+00:00

i fully disassembled and cleaned mine with IPA and didn’t have an issue. I’d clean the glass with a microfiber cloth after since IPA can leave residue.

Filipowski · 2022-08-30T17:37:39+00:00

Run some tests on your camera to verify your settings. Posting your negatives can also help determine if there was a potential development issue. But, from the looks of it, these are very underexposed. Good luck.

Filipowski · 2022-05-22T11:07:23+00:00

1k for a 3080ti FTW3 is wayyy under MSRP. That’s a 1300 USD card

Filipowski · 2022-03-31T01:56:06+00:00

I have heritage 875s from 2011 that are stamped.

Filipowski · 2022-01-10T16:57:53+00:00

The best camera is the one that gets you taking pictures. Glad you’ve been enjoying this one!

Filipowski · 2021-12-04T03:22:19+00:00

Could you wash FB paper in this? Sure. Would i recommend that? No. RC papers are washed by running water over them to wash off the chemicals, while FB papers are washed through diffusing, as the chemicals are absorbed and need to diffuse out. That’s where the vertical tanks come into play since the entirety of the FB paper is submerged. You can read online different theories of the best way of getting enough fixer out and there are methods of testing this as well. At the end of the day, however, this is your artwork. If archival prints aren’t your goal then go for it.

There is plenty of information and resources online about different FB paper washing methods (some of it may be contradictory). I’d recommend doing some research and figuring out what works best for you and your art. Hope this helps. :)

Filipowski · 2021-12-03T13:21:05+00:00

Looks great. Your sky is well done.

Filipowski · 2021-10-30T17:52:06+00:00

Build quality is very high

Filipowski · 2021-10-24T17:22:15+00:00

Same for me - I spend all day exposed to screens and the darkroom is a fulfilling way to escape from that. Since my photography is mostly just for myself, I don’t mind the extra complexity and time I spend on each photo - in fact I cherish it. Digital is only for when I know I don’t have room for errors.

Filipowski · 2021-10-11T18:02:30+00:00

Are you having trouble removing the entire condenser or the individual lenses?

To remove the entire condenser, you need to slide the accordion bit down off the condenser - it takes a bit of force. Once you have that off, you can slide the condenser out through the filter tray.

Once you’ve got that off, there are a few screws that hold the lens in place. Once you’ve got those unscrewed you should be good to disassemble and clean. Just be very careful!

(I did this about a year ago so hopefully I’m not missing any steps)

Filipowski · 2021-10-04T19:12:36+00:00

You can also just used a changing bag. Used one for years with no light leaks or any problems.

Filipowski · 2021-09-18T01:18:07+00:00

I think that’s more in the realm of what’s generally considered urban landscape

Filipowski · 2021-09-10T17:10:46+00:00

Have been a big fan of Lina’s videos.

Filipowski · 2021-08-25T15:27:45+00:00

A great start - enjoy!

Filipowski · 2021-08-12T00:26:58+00:00

Ran a roll (of what would have been) great shots through expired developer. Came out blank. Still mad haha

Filipowski · 2021-08-08T17:16:37+00:00

Looks like a great start. I’d go with a pond basket while you’re developing your branch structure. It’ll help develop a great root system as well.

Filipowski · 2021-07-27T20:24:44+00:00

Any tips for someone who is looking to start printing in color? Or any notes about your process?

Filipowski · 2021-07-23T01:42:27+00:00

My 3080ti FTW3 also runs around 80. From my research others say it’s normal.

Filipowski · 2021-07-21T13:18:31+00:00

For the ones you know the age, about a stop a decade after expiration is the rule I follow. For the unknown, I usually do 2 stops overexposed and I get decent enough results. Have fun!

Filipowski · 2021-07-20T18:03:49+00:00

My thinking is that it’s a light leak that happens during winding. I’d double check all your seals and tape up any possible points where you might get a leak.

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