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Offertonhatter · « **on:** June 29, 2012, 07:34:17 PM »

Hello to all.
I was recommended by another member to join this forum, so I decided to join.

I'm Iain and I live in Stockport, UK.
I have enjoyed photography for many years, and I am lucky to have many cameras in many formats. (too many many's - sorry

)
Although I use digital a lot, having a DSLR (Pentax) I have recently rediscovered film again. I can assure you that will be the last time I mention the D word on here.

So, what film gear do I have?
Well apart from a few compact cameras that were being thrown out by work due to changes in format, I do have the following that do get used:-
Olympus Trip 35 (bargain at £4 and works a treat)
Praktica MTL-5B (my first SLR camera, bought new for my 15th birthday)
Pentax MZ-5n and MZ-50 AF SLR's (former from new, latter second hand a year later)
Zenit (given to me)
Pentax Spotmatic F (only bought last week and getting used)
Rolleiflex F F3.5 Schneider lens (again a bargain at £4)
Bronica ETRS (again given to me - how lucky am I?)

I only put my first roll of 120 film through the Rollei, and I was astounded at the quality. As I was with a recent Studio shoot where I used the MZ-5n with Reala film in it.

I do have a flickr account which most of the images have been created by the D word, there are now an increasing number of shots done with film.

I am looking forward to reading the threads and hopefully gain guidance on some technical aspects, or issues with my film kit, and get inspired by fellow members.

Thanks for reading.

Iain

Phil Bebbington · « **Reply #1 on:** June 29, 2012, 07:48:01 PM »

Welcome Iain. Wade on in and enjoy!

You can add a little signature to your profile if you wish pointing us to your flickr stream.

Nice to meet you.

Offertonhatter · « **Reply #2 on:** June 29, 2012, 07:50:08 PM »

Thankyou Phil for the welcome.

I will put my Flickr link in my signature accordingly,

Paul Mitchell · « **Reply #3 on:** June 29, 2012, 07:57:39 PM »

Welcome Iain, great to have you on board!

The D word is, unlike some other forums, not a sin here, just remember that work just needs to be originated on film that's all... the more the better!!

Paul

calbisu · « **Reply #4 on:** June 29, 2012, 09:19:18 PM »

Paul, you mentioned the ¨D¨ letter. I am afraid you will have to give all you equipment to the member that Immediately replied after you, which I am afraid it´s me

Welcome Iain, sure you will enjoy the place!

Offertonhatter · « **Reply #5 on:** June 29, 2012, 09:22:14 PM »

Thanks Paul for the welcome. At least the D word is not off limits, but I will using it sparingly.

For those who are interested, I have added a set within my flickr stream that is dedicated to film shots. There is not much there at the moment, but it will increase accordingly.

Offertonhatter · « **Reply #6 on:** June 29, 2012, 09:24:24 PM »

Quote from: calbisu on June 29, 2012, 09:19:18 PM

Paul, you mentioned the ¨D¨ letter. I am afraid you will have to give all you equipment to the member that Immediately replied after you, which I am afraid it´s me

Welcome Iain, sure you will enjoy the place!

LOL No chance! It has its place in my hands and will be used where appropriate.
The Same goes with my Film cameras too...........LOL

Thanks for the Welcome though, it is nice to see humorous people here.

Francois · « **Reply #7 on:** June 29, 2012, 09:46:02 PM »

Welcome Iain!

Late Developer · « **Reply #8 on:** June 29, 2012, 09:54:19 PM »

Welcome Iain.

Yep, as Paul Mitchell says, most of us have digital kit and enjoy using it to varying degrees but we limit this forum solely to posting photos taken on film - though you can post process them however you like.

It's a great bunch of gals and guys and I'm sure you'll fit in fine and enjoy your time with us.

All the best. Paul.

Offertonhatter · « **Reply #9 on:** June 29, 2012, 10:20:35 PM »

Cheers mate, and thank you for recommending this site to me.

Jeff Warden · « **Reply #10 on:** June 29, 2012, 10:47:53 PM »

welcome Iain!

Offertonhatter · « **Reply #11 on:** June 29, 2012, 11:04:34 PM »

Thanks Jeff

jojonas~ · « **Reply #12 on:** June 30, 2012, 01:40:05 AM »

welcome aboatd the merry film ferry

nice collection of cameras you've got! (-so far! Yes, there will be more.. Many many more~ Muahahahaha)

scuze me, I'm kindof sleep deprived! Hehe, still.. I hope you'll find this a nice place and stick around

LT · « **Reply #13 on:** June 30, 2012, 09:17:51 AM »

Welcome Iain.

It looks like you're going to fit in nicely with all those cameras in your photo-pockets

If you haven't done so already, it's worth taking a bit of time to read a few areas of the site to get the background and purposes of the site:

http://www.filmwasters.com/about.html

and most importantly:

http://www.filmwasters.com/forum/index.php?topic=70.0

These links should explain our position on digital - whilst we mostly love the D word, we just dont talk about it here. It like a dirty secret that we keep locked away - we all know that we do it, but we dont tell each other. Instead, there is an undercurrent of secret winks, knowing looks and strange handshakes

Looking forward to seeing some pics from you in the weekend threads.

Also ... dont forget to take a look at the other areas:

http://filmwasters.com/podcast/

http://www.filmwasters.com/guests/main.php

http://www.filmwasters.com/collaborations/main.php

etc .....

Volker · « **Reply #14 on:** June 30, 2012, 10:28:19 AM »

Welcome Iain!

Diane Peterson · « **Reply #15 on:** June 30, 2012, 02:39:04 PM »

A big welcome to the party!! Just about the best place on the net to talk about film and all it allows!! Hopefully you will enjoy getting involved with our collaborations and exchanges as time goes on...and my big question is always "Have you tried Pinhole?"
Diane

Matt Davis · « **Reply #16 on:** June 30, 2012, 04:55:51 PM »

Welcome Ian,
I think you will enjoy yourself here.

Quote from: Leon on June 30, 2012, 09:17:51 AM

These links should explain our position on digital - whilst we mostly love the D word, we just dont talk about it here. It like a dirty secret that we keep locked away - we all know that we do it, but we dont tell each other. Instead, there is an undercurrent of secret winks, knowing looks and strange handshakes

Sounds like the Freemason's of Digital

Britt Aximon · « **Reply #17 on:** June 30, 2012, 07:32:43 PM »

Iain, welcome! You will for sure enjoy it in here.

Photo_Utopia · « **Reply #18 on:** July 01, 2012, 08:28:17 PM »

Welcome I'm sure you'll love it here. But before I go on:

Quote
Rolleiflex F F3.5 Schneider lens (again a bargain at £4)

Just wow, this is my favourite camera of all time, I've spent the weekend shooting several roll of APX though it–the Xenotar is incredible...

I will say I paid 100x more for mine

Mark Antony

Suzi Livingstone · « **Reply #19 on:** July 02, 2012, 10:33:25 AM »

Hello

Alan · « **Reply #20 on:** July 02, 2012, 05:08:27 PM »

welcome to FW

ChristineHickey · « **Reply #21 on:** July 02, 2012, 05:57:03 PM »

Hello Ian

I'm a new member myself and I can honestly say that this group is the most encouraging, knowledgeable and supportive photography groups out there. I'm a newbie to photography (at least new to taking it seriously) and none of my questions have ever been dismissed.

So welcome - you'll love it here!

Christine

tani.P · « **Reply #22 on:** July 02, 2012, 09:13:33 PM »

Hey Iain!

I'm pretty new here, too, but from digging around the archives, I think you'll find this place is a treasure trove of information and inspiration.

I learned photography on my dad's old Nikon FE2, which is still going strong! I moved on to digital and then drifted back to film as my gear quickly went obsolete. I started picking up used film cameras in thrift shops and flea markets, which renewed by passion for photography. Something about these cams being more machine than computer, you know? Lately I've been using a lot of plastic, toy cameras but here's a list of what I've shot with this past year or so:

Vivitar Ultra Wide & Slim;
Vivitar PN2011;
Superheadz Golden Half;
Minolta Hi-matic 7s;
Minolta AF-C;
Nikon FE2;
Polaroid Sun 660;
Argus Argoflex E

The Argoflex was my first venture into medium format and I love it!

Welcome!

Ed Wenn · « **Reply #23 on:** July 03, 2012, 04:21:10 PM »

Hello Iain and Tani - it's always great to get new blood on FW. I hope you'll have a great time.

Iain: before we go further it's vital that we clear up one point....seeing as how Big Paul recommended us to you we should establish where you stand on what's become known as, 'the Rush issue'. Are you a fan?

Late Developer · « **Reply #24 on:** July 03, 2012, 07:59:50 PM »

Quote from: Ed Wenn on July 03, 2012, 04:21:10 PM

Hello Iain and Tani - it's always great to get new blood on FW. I hope you'll have a great time.

Iain: before we go further it's vital that we clear up one point....seeing as how Big Paul recommended us to you we should establish where you stand on what's become known as, 'the Rush issue'. Are you a fan?

Ed, I can say in all honesty that I have no idea whether Iain's a Rush fanatic or not. He's works as one an IT guy in our Manchester office and is a sound bloke - aside being a keen Stockport County fan and owning more Pentax kit than is good for anyone.....

However, seeing as you raised the subject, check out "Classic Rock" over the past couple of months and download "Clockwork Angels" - your ears will thank you for doing so. Lara, my mate Chas and I already have our tickets to see them in Manchester on 22nd May 2013.

Francois · « **Reply #25 on:** July 03, 2012, 08:35:22 PM »

I heard a few tracks from it and it does rock quite a bit more than they did in the 80's.
I guess, like they said on radio, that they've been taking their Geritol while recording it

Alan · « **Reply #26 on:** July 04, 2012, 11:07:34 AM »

welcome aboard Iain !

jojonas~ · « **Reply #27 on:** July 04, 2012, 11:22:45 AM »

many new folks here these days, fun! hello and welcome to you too, tani

Chris A Fraser · « **Reply #28 on:** July 04, 2012, 12:16:22 PM »

Ian
Welcome.... even if your are a fan of Rush, I'm sure you will be treated just fine here.

Miles · « **Reply #29 on:** July 04, 2012, 03:37:32 PM »

Damn the "R" word just keeps a coming back !

AOR Amnesty maybe. Forgive them. We all have guilty pleasures.

All types welcome here Iain

Offertonhatter · « **Reply #30 on:** July 05, 2012, 06:41:26 PM »

Thanks all for the replies.
Yes, as Paul has said, I am a Stockport County fan, but don't let that put you off.
Also, I probably do have too much Pentax stuff, but who cares.....it's great stuff!
As for Rush, I don't have any of their music (as far as I know, but might be on compilation albums somewhere, but what I remember it is good stuff. Mind you I enjoy most music, as long is it is not rap or anything associated with a certain Mr S Cowell!

Offertonhatter · « **Reply #31 on:** July 05, 2012, 06:44:18 PM »

Edit.....

Just an update. Just went on Youtube and clicked on Rush - Spirit of the Radio. So the answer is YES, I do have some Rush.......LOL