Fix the sky a little

So, I was asked how well I can process TMax400 and I had to admit that I never had great results with the film. So I gave Tmax400 once again a try and was yet again disappointed. I’m afraid Tmax400 and XTOL is not a good combo. Anywho, scans:

Business as usual.

The negatives are pretty dull. Sucks.

“Jerk.”

Jerk².

Artsy.

Dark. (one word comments are minimalistic which is progressive)

Now that’s fascinating. He’s a bit like Mr. Spock.

This might be the only frame on that entire roll that has a somewhat decent contrast which is due some serious overexposure. Nice. Oh, and eating cookies is a very passionate business. Very.

Friend of mine and me on the escalator. Awesome.

Well, right now, I have a roll of Tmax400 loaded again, just this time I’ll use TMax Dev instead of XTOL – any recommendations? Never really worked with TMax developer.

Anyway, 400TX again.

This is taken at a serious business meeting last week. The guy in front is my colleague whose name I – of course – forgot. Anyway, he’s from Peru. And a funny guy. (Edit: Ha, his name’s Leonardo – my memory is weird!)

Oh, and this is Claire. She’s from the UK and also one of my colleagues. I think I went for a pretty snazzy crop here… artsy even.

Hands. Just making things clear: I’m a public transport photographer.

It’s a pity that real dense negs tend to scan shitty. She’s enjoying a lemon.

Waiting for the tram.

Inside the tram.

She put the Bill Clinton biography on my Ipod. Backlight is not so nice.

On my way to a wedding. I really really need to get the driving licence. It’s pissing me off big time. Very artsy self.

Aww… the classic Viennese face.

This is Ethem, he’s an actor. He needs portfolio shots, so I’ll take a few of him – gonna be fun I think.

Linus! Bet you all missed that blonde hawtie. We went to that Ansel Adams exhibition in Westlicht here in Vienna and again, Westlicht didn’t fail to impress me. They managed to hang and light the prints horrible. Infact, sometimes it was hard to see the lovely tones because you had to see through your reflection. Awesome. Very professional. Still, from what I could see, Mr. Adams knew how to make kosher prints. Very kosher even. Without doubt the best prints I’ve ever seen (which is not that difficult here in Vienna).

Helen being not too happy about the stuff on her plate.

Perhaps the most handsome man in the universe. Perhaps.

I’m wondering how many selfs I took there. Must be quite a shitload. Very artsy crop. And very serious look.

I feel special for being privileged to travel with my sister. It’s a common thing with ladies – they all make me feel special that they spent time with me. Oh, this did sound a bit emo. Bokeh.

Who needs air condition on public transport? Who? Austria is a wee bit behind in that regard.

Waiting for the train. Heh.

On the train. Gripping. The train was a wee bit late. Never mind – it’s all about “experience” and “climate change”.

1) Reading
2) Staring a piece of paper to death.

On the bus, being lost in thoughts, sweat and heat.

Claire going through a selection of wedding shots. Awesome.

I just had a nice burger at Mc Donalds when I saw that. Very very aww…

“Damn, there was something I forgot.”

This is a perfect example of a person trying to get out of the frame but not enough and yet disturbing. Great.

Shine. There is this song where the refrains says “shine”. Just popped into my mind while I typed this. Great, isn’t it?

Florian. We had some beer because we are Europeans. And Europeans drink beer. Especially when they speak German! Arrrr… manly.

I’m really tired, so no funny +fav comments this time, sorry. Should have posted tomorrow or so but I started and I hate not finishing things. And before I forget, thanks a lot for the massive feedback on the last entry which was pretty surprising to be perfectly honest. It’s appreciated and I try to reply on as many comments as possible.

Anyway, take care and have a nice and relaxing weekend.

Bernhard