Explorer Post 2

So far for my Thesis Trial Run I would like to photograph models in nature using black and white film. I mainly want to focus on perfecting the dark room printing process – using Sabatier and Toning techniques. I was also researching a process where you can take Ruber Cement and place it where you want on the image before you Tone it, so the paper will not be toned where the cement is laid. After toning you can then peal off the cement, so I can use this technique to create patterns and other effects where I want on the image.

I’ve decided to no longer go with a mixed media process but instead focus on making really high quality, crisp, large scale prints. I still want to try and shoot nudes if weather permitting, but if not just delicate, old fashioned clothing will do. No, I do not want them to look like they are old photos from a department store catalogue, I want them to be more Fine Art, nude photographs with high quality developing technique. I would like to Matte and Frame them like they would be in a gallery if I can afford it.

These photos by Sally Mann are my main inspiration:

Working schedule:

Design Week 1- Pick out clothes for models, Scout location(s)

Design Week 2- Shoot on location, use friend to practice model, Find model willing to pose

Judgement Week

Producer Week 1- Shoot images on location (at LEAST 3 ‘good’ images)

Producer Week 2- Shoot images on location #2 – 3 more images

Producer Week 3- Develop negative, contact sheets, begin printing

Producer Week 4- Print images

Producer Week 5- Print (frame?)

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