Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 2002/07/21

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Subject: Re: [Leica] Awesome Web Site OT
From: Michael Gerard <geeman1066@earthlink.net>
Date: Sun, 21 Jul 2002 18:56:42 -0500
References: <5.1.0.14.2.20020721173933.021cd2c0@infoave.net>

Tina,
    I couldn't get into the site; I kept getting a signal that it was loading, but
nothing came up.  Probably my slothlike dial up connection...
    However, I do use Agfa Vista negative print film, particularly 100 speed
because my local shop sells it so darned cheaply; I can get a 24 print roll for a
buck.  The film isn't especially low contrast, though enough that it captures skin
tones well.  It reminds me of Fuji Superia, the film I used before starting on
Agfa, in that it provides nice colors, but not oversaturated.  As one who shoots
print film, I like it very much.
Regards,
Michael Gerard
geeman1066@earthlink.net

Tina Manley wrote:

> LUGnuts:
>
> I ran across this site last month and was reminded of it by a post in
> today's NPPA list.  It is outstanding photojournalism and a very effective
> web site.  I don't know what cameras she uses, but she uses Agfa
> film.  Does anybody know if it is the Agfa film that gives such a painterly
> look to her photographs?  For example, go to the Middle East section and
> look at photo number 8 of Palestinians using signs as shields.  It looks
> like a painting instead of a photograph.  Is that the low contrast of the film?
>
> http://www.amivitale.com/main.html
>
> Tina
>
> Tina Manley, ASMP
> http://www.tinamanley.com
>
> images available from:
> http://www.pdiphotos.com
> http://www.mira.com
> http://www.agpix.com
> http://www.newscom.com
>
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