Re: It is techno-Luddism
It is. But film developing is an interesting "historical skill" to play with and doesn't cost much. Which I think is the thrust of the article.
I found a Canon AE-1 at the dump and developed a process for black and white transparencies (reversal) in the kitchen sink, using a developing tank that belonged to my Dad and information found online. It revived my interest in photography, which had been lost to a series of disappointing digital compact cameras (plus I got to play with sulphuric acid). These days the Panasonic G1 which shares the lenses gets more use; it provides a similar experience and results with the convenience and flexibility of digital. The AE-1 is still in the photo bag and I sometimes shoot off a roll, only to find the developer has gone off...
Biting the hand that feeds IT
