Digital BW, The Print

Well said, John. In the end, it's how the photographer brings to the process what they know. Some of this is purely technical in nature, but it's the apprenticeship to an ideal that matters in the end. That's one of the reasons why the idea of an annual conference/gathering is so exciting. It would give folks an opportunity to see actual prints and share information firsthand.
 
 Happy Thanksgiving!
 
 Bill Kennedy 
    
 -----Original Message-----
 From: deanwork2003@...
 To: DigitalBlackandWhiteThePrint@yahoogroups.com
 Sent: Thu, 23 Nov 2006 8:42 AM
 Subject: [Digital BW] Re: How to get this "3 dimensional quality"?
 
     It has been my experience that all of the factors discussed play a
 role and you can't sepearate one from the others. First, you need a
 great scan or captured file, second you need good subtle inks. Third,
 fine quality coating of the media. Fourth, you need a good
 linearization of your printer and the tonal seperaton that a workable
 rip affords. Fifth, you need a good dmax in the bottom end. Sixth, the
 skills to work the tonal range in the mids and high values through
 subtle control of a curves adjustmet layer. Seventh, there is the
 amazing factor of localized dodging and burning to emphasize volumes.
 Finally there is careful sharpening, if it is an image with texture.
 Being able to co-ordinate all of these things is what makes a print
 come alive. That's eight steps, I'm sure somone can think of 2 more. 
 It is easier said than done.
 
 John
 
      
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