Digital BW, The Print

Danny,

> I've been using a C86 with EZ inks for a while, and have been quite
> happy with it. I have one problem though, I'm not able to get any
> nice tones in the shadows.
> The problem is the transition from deep black to lighter shadow. In
> the highlight and middle tone I get great tones though...

Heavy use of the sliders can cause the shadow ramp to have a low contrast
section.



> 
> I've uploaded 2 pics at:
> http://tinyurl.com/8rsqh
> http://tinyurl.com/8d9cx
> 
> On the first one, I'm having problem with his right chin, there is a
> 100% black belt separating his chin from the background
> On the second, there is 100% black mottling in the background on the
> right side.
> ...

I don't see problems with the photos you posted on the web.  If you print a
21-step test file, it's easier to trace down where problems are.

Paul
www.PaulRoark.com