Featured Image
This print was made from a scan of Ilford HP5 120 film. The image was opened in Photoshop 6. It was a square negative, but I liked the "panoramic" crop. The first stage was applying a new adjustment layer using a Multiply blending mode. This increased density without affecting contrast. I then converted it from Grayscale to Duotone mode and chose Tritones. I used the Photoshop color picker and started with black and the first color and two medium, cool grays as the next two. I adjusted the curves in each ink and eyeballed the tonality and density. The print was made with an Epson 2000P printer.
THE DIGITAL DARKROOM
The digital darkroom offers black and white printers newfound freedom in expression, paper surfaces and options in image interpretation. Having worked for many years as a custom black and white printer I was intrigued by the newfound possibilities of the digital desktop medium. I have always felt that an artist should always seek new forms of expression and work with the tools and techniques of his or her age.
All the classic darkroom controls for selective contrast and density control are easily accomplished. Add to this the ability to selectively control very defined areas of an image and to emulate and explore past printing techniques and you have a very exciting tool for visual expression.
Most of the images I produce are done via the Duotones mode, where I mix ink and ink distribution via the ink curves to play with the image color and design. This results in images that emulate classic toning and "alternative processes." I have always admired prints made with processes such as cyanotype, Van Dyke Brown and platinum/palladium, and have experimented with them all. Digital printing is another form of print making that has its own voice, rhythm and moods.
I do not seek to replace the silver print, but to explore new ways to express my vision. I source from all manner of images, including color slides, black and white slides and negatives and even prints. The greater stability of current inks and the availability of a very wide variety of paper surfaces only adds to the fun.
The main reason for this Web site is to share my digital printing explorations. I also teach, sell prints and have written a book or two on this and other photo/imaging subjects. Please see the information page and links page for information on books, workshops, print purchases, related articles and more.
PRINT PURCHASES
This print, and all the others shown on the Images page, is available for purchase. Prints are all 11 to 12 inches wide with length depending on the aspect ratio of the image. Prints are matted out to 16x20 inches using acid-free archival backing board and overmat. Prints are numbered in editions of 10 and signed. Prints are $175 each including postage and handling. Prints may be purchased by sending a check or money order to George Schaub, PO Box 91, Sea Cliff, NY 11579. Please allow 2 weeks for delivery. Use the Contact page for getting in touch about this or other matters.
BOOKS AND WORKSHOPS
Please check the Links page for information on books on this and other photo/imaging subjects. I do give classes and workshops on digital printing and other photographic matters. Most of these are under the auspices of trade shows or workshop organizations. The Link will bring you to their online catalog.
IMAGE INFORMATION UPDATES
As frequently as possible I will change the image and accompanying information on this page. The Links page will also be updated to bring you to various articles online about digital printing and other photographic/imaging matters.
THANKS FOR VISITING!
Now Available: A 10 print edition of work done in March, 2002. There are 10 editions of this set. Edition sets come unmatted and unframed. Price is $750 for the set. These are all done on archival paper with the Epson 2000P pigmented ink printer.
Books
If you'd like to order a book directly from me (Professional Techniques for the Wedding Photographer, The Digital Black and White Darkroom, Using Your Camera, How to Photograph the Outdoors in Black and White or How to Photograph in Natural Light) contact me for information. I also have some out of print copies of various black and white silver printing books I have done, but these are disappearing fast. I will be happy to send you signed copies.
NEW DIGITAL DARKROOM BOOK
Just published--The Digital Photolab: Advanced Techniques for Black and White Printing Using Photoshop. Signed copies are available from this site at $32.95, postage paid. This 2002 edition follows up on the first volume of work and instructions and offers expanded opportunities to get your black and white digital darkroom going.
THE DIGITAL DARKROOM
The digital darkroom offers black and white printers newfound freedom in expression, paper surfaces and options in image interpretation. Having worked for many years as a custom black and white printer I was intrigued by the newfound possibilities of the digital desktop medium. I have always felt that an artist should always seek new forms of expression and work with the tools and techniques of his or her age.
All the classic darkroom controls for selective contrast and density control are easily accomplished. Add to this the ability to selectively control very defined areas of an image and to emulate and explore past printing techniques and you have a very exciting tool for visual expression.
Most of the images I produce are done via the Duotones mode, where I mix ink and ink distribution via the ink curves to play with the image color and design. This results in images that emulate classic toning and "alternative processes." I have always admired prints made with processes such as cyanotype, Van Dyke Brown and platinum/palladium, and have experimented with them all. Digital printing is another form of print making that has its own voice, rhythm and moods.
I do not seek to replace the silver print, but to explore new ways to express my vision. I source from all manner of images, including color slides, black and white slides and negatives and even prints. The greater stability of current inks and the availability of a very wide variety of paper surfaces only adds to the fun.
The main reason for this Web site is to share my digital printing explorations. I also teach, sell prints and have written a book or two on this and other photo/imaging subjects. Please see the information page and links page for information on books, workshops, print purchases, related articles and more.
PRINT PURCHASES
This print, and all the others shown on the Images page, is available for purchase. Prints are all 11 to 12 inches wide with length depending on the aspect ratio of the image. Prints are matted out to 16x20 inches using acid-free archival backing board and overmat. Prints are numbered in editions of 10 and signed. Prints are $175 each including postage and handling. Prints may be purchased by sending a check or money order to George Schaub, PO Box 91, Sea Cliff, NY 11579. Please allow 2 weeks for delivery. Use the Contact page for getting in touch about this or other matters.
BOOKS AND WORKSHOPS
Please check the Links page for information on books on this and other photo/imaging subjects. I do give classes and workshops on digital printing and other photographic matters. Most of these are under the auspices of trade shows or workshop organizations. The Link will bring you to their online catalog.
IMAGE INFORMATION UPDATES
As frequently as possible I will change the image and accompanying information on this page. The Links page will also be updated to bring you to various articles online about digital printing and other photographic/imaging matters.
THANKS FOR VISITING!
Now Available: A 10 print edition of work done in March, 2002. There are 10 editions of this set. Edition sets come unmatted and unframed. Price is $750 for the set. These are all done on archival paper with the Epson 2000P pigmented ink printer.
Books
If you'd like to order a book directly from me (Professional Techniques for the Wedding Photographer, The Digital Black and White Darkroom, Using Your Camera, How to Photograph the Outdoors in Black and White or How to Photograph in Natural Light) contact me for information. I also have some out of print copies of various black and white silver printing books I have done, but these are disappearing fast. I will be happy to send you signed copies.
NEW DIGITAL DARKROOM BOOK
Just published--The Digital Photolab: Advanced Techniques for Black and White Printing Using Photoshop. Signed copies are available from this site at $32.95, postage paid. This 2002 edition follows up on the first volume of work and instructions and offers expanded opportunities to get your black and white digital darkroom going.
George Schaub
