On the other hand, there aren't many print venues for reviews of new films, papers, film cameras, and lenses mainly aimed at film cameras. There are reviews on the internet, and _MAGNAchrom_ covers new products, but _MAGNAchrom_ requires internet access. Print magazines reach people who aren't particularly interested in the internet, and I'd suspect that traditional photographers are probably disproportionately not interested in internet forums and websites.
Thanks Gavin, message received and understood. And thanks to every single one of you who have made me feel welcome here and offered me suggestions. Always good to hear from you!
Your welcome David. Somehow I feel my replies may unintentionally have seemed a bit hostile. I apology for that.
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Søren
On the other hand, there aren't many print venues for reviews of new films, papers, film cameras, and lenses mainly aimed at film cameras. There are reviews on the internet, and _MAGNAchrom_ covers new products, but _MAGNAchrom_ requires internet access. Print magazines reach people who aren't particularly interested in the internet, and I'd suspect that traditional photographers are probably disproportionately not interested in internet forums and websites.
That's very true. I can only think of PhotoTechniques as a source of honest, imparital reviews of traditional products. But they're not the kind of "Cosmigon vs Ultragon Shoot Out!!" hyped comparisons that ends up telling the reader that each has it's own strengths....decide for yourself..... which make me crazy. So, okay. PT type reviews can be included!
Another mainly traditional photography paper magazine is Silvershotz. It's carried in a few Borders stores over here in the UK, otherwise it's mail order.
I have to say, all in all, I'm very satisfied with B&W magazine. I love their sister magazine, Outdoor Photography as well (although the Photoshop articles irritate me).
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Another mainly traditional photography paper magazine is Silvershotz. It's carried in a few Borders stores over here in the UK, otherwise it's mail order.
The most recent, and likely last Silvershotz magazine I purchased proudly declared the end of analog in it's editorial.
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The most recent, and likely last Silvershotz magazine I purchased proudly declared the end of analog in it's editorial.
There's an editorial piece in the most recent issue which clarifies that heading, basically the guy meant to say that black and white commercial analogue photography is obsolete. He quotes Howard Hopwood, Ilford Harman's Marketing Director, that sales of b&w film and paper are roughly 80% education, 10% hobbyists and 10% fine art. Then he reaffirms Silversholtz's commitment to traditional photography.
I think basically, he screwed up and didn't make himself clear. Still, the figures quoted are interesting and indicate why Ilford are fighting to retain their presence in education with their defend the darkroom campaign.
Sometimes I feel that UK B&W magazine can get a bit stale, so hopefully a fresh new look will stimulate the magazine if my interest is to continue.
I do find it surprising that so few film and paper comparisons exist in tests and articles. One of my favourite articles was with Mike Crawford searching for a suitable paper for a particular negative Feb 2007/ 69. Each print was made with different warmtone papers which in turn helped me decide on a purchase. Subtle advertising!
There are countless film and papers out there, Yet so few get mentioned in features. How come B&W have not mentioned the launch of Fomatone Chamois Nature?
As for the propaganda of the digital revolution and mis-information being dribbled out of photo retailers, it's up to magazines like yourselves to champion the cause and find new practitioners who seek a life not pushing buttons on a keyboard. In this age of electric trains, there are plently of Steam Locomotive magazines on the shelves!
Things I enjoy about UK B&W mag:
Reader gallery
Monochrome workshop (where did that go?)
Portfolio
Darkroom Workshop
Printer's Art.
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Sometimes I feel that UK B&W magazine can get a bit stale, so hopefully a fresh new look will stimulate the magazine if my interest is to continue.
I do find it surprising that so few film and paper comparisons exist in tests and articles. One of my favourite articles was with Mike Crawford searching for a suitable paper for a particular negative Feb 2007/ 69. Each print was made with different warmtone papers which in turn helped me decide on a purchase. Subtle advertising!
There are countless film and papers out there, Yet so few get mentioned in features. How come B&W have not mentioned the launch of Fomatone Chamois Nature?
As for the propaganda of the digital revolution and mis-information being dribbled out of photo retailers, it's up to magazines like yourselves to champion the cause and find new practitioners who seek a life not pushing buttons on a keyboard. In this age of electric trains, there are plently of Steam Locomotive magazines on the shelves!
Things I enjoy about UK B&W mag:
Reader gallery
Monochrome workshop (where did that go?)
Portfolio
Darkroom Workshop
Printer's Art.
I read with interest.
So true!-I do think a lot of people go digital because of all the 'film is dead' blether that gets peddled all the time (an impression unfortunately given by the silver to digi piece in this month's mag).They think that there's no other way when there is (praise Ilford,brothers and sisters ). I'd also like to see film and paper listings in the mag.
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). I'd also like to see film and paper listings in the mag.
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