Camden
You may be able to afford a vacuum frame, I got mine free. Actually I got an
old Repromaster process camera. These things aren't used much now and are so
heavy people who don't want them sometimes have difficulty in getting rid of
them. My metal work skills are close to zero and I have limited DIY power
tools, but from a Repromaster 2000 I've adapted the top which is a vacuum
press to suit my needs. I've also managed to make a UV light box from 4 face
solaria (garage sales:) ) and the base of the process camera for about $50.
Not bad for a days work.
Process cameras are very very heavy though.
John.
www.johnbrewerphotography.com
Life shrinks or expands in proportion to one's courage. Anaïs Nin.
----- Original Message -----
From: "Camden Hardy" <camden@hardyphotography.net>
To: <alt-photo-process-l@usask.ca>
Sent: Monday, August 21, 2006 10:38 PM
Subject: Contact Printing Frames
> I'm in the market for a printing frame that's large enough to print a
> 16"x16" print. I can't afford a vacuum frame at this point, so I'll have
> to settle for a normal frame.
>
> I'm thinking I'd like to get one of the frames with the springy metal
> strips that twist into place (I apologize if this makes no sense...it's
> difficult to explain), since it would seem that they would provide a
> better contact than those with the clips around the side of the frame
> (like those at the Photo Formulary).
>
> Does anyone have advice for me as to which kind of frame to buy (and from
> where)?
>
> Thanks,
>
> Camden Hardy
>
> camden[at]hardyphotography[dot]net
> http://www.hardyphotography.net
>
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