I found a stash of old 4x5 B&W negs that I made in the 1980's. I've scanned a few and worked them up. This is one of those negs. This 'rock plant' was active for many years, but has been closed for a long time and has since fallen into disrepair. This image was made when the plant was still active.
This one took a little work in PS with TK's Lights Triple play in order to handle the very bright high values on the building. I also had to do some burn/dodge. There is actually pretty decent high values detail visible in the neg, but I'd need a drum scan to really pull it out.
Omega View 45E
Schneider Xenar 210mm
Tri-X rated at 320
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5 commentsPreston, the detail is evident as is the high contrast you had to tone down. Nice job doing so!
I think cropping the lower part of the photo to eliminate the road helps the detail stand out even better, and if there was a way to eliminate the wires at the top I think that would be helpful too. That said, your photos from the early 80s are way better than mine!
Preston, I like the details throughout the scene. One can see this would be a challenging image to process from the highlights on the sides of the building. I especially like all the wood frame work. What an art that presents in itself.
Cool old building and scene. I would concur with Jim's crop suggestion. I would also agree about losing the front wire. The back one doesn't bother me much. I would use the 12% cloning technique to add some texture and slightly darken the blown building highlight. I am enjoying seeing your old B&W negs come to life again.
What a real gem you found there in your stash of old negs from the 80's. I love the high key presentation. The composition is top-notch. I really hope you don't remove the road or the wires. Both add so much character and depth to the photograph.
Regarding the very high values -- I agree that a good drum-scan will give you more data there to work with. This neg is worth sending out for a drum-scan.
Very good details and a great job processing this Preston. I worked in a roofing tile plant around that time for a short stint one summer, not one of my favorite jobs as a young man.. I stacked hot tile as it came out of the oven
Well done!