In a message dated 3/14/2005 9:05:19 PM Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: On Mon, 14 Mar 2005 14:41:22 +0000, [EMAIL PROTECTED] <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > Mark opined: > > > It almost makes me want to formally learn the zone system. > Scott replied: > > Ack. Spare yourself the insanity. > > Anyone who shoots BW film can benefit from learning the zone system. You may not use it, but developing an understanding of range, values and how to work with them in exposure and development is very useful. This knowledge even carries over into digital photography a bit. I was thinking that just the other day while using the RAW converter's exposure slider to set the highlights, then working on the midtones and shadows. It's all about maximizing your options within the latitude of the medium. One of the best places to learn the zone system is from the master himself: Ansel Adams' "The Negative." > Paul > While I have experienced bouts of insanity related directly to the zone system, I do have to agree with Paul. "The Ansel Adams Guide: Basic Techniques" was my introduction. I do believe this book borrows very heavily from the series containing "The Negative", or vice-versa. http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/0821225758/qid=1110862825/sr=8-1 0/ref=pd_ka_3/103-8963449-7006215?v=glance&s=books&n=507846
-- Scott Loveless ========== Unfortunately, most of the negative went over my head. It's not for the faint of heart or metering/exposure-challenged. Marnie
