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by Kevin Lane
A frequent topic of discussion on the Uncle Jonesy's Podcast is Wayne and mine's firm belief in the importance of photographs exiting in physical form. As Wayne often says, "A photograph is not a photograph until you can hold it in your hands." While some digital photographers may disagree with Wayne's statement, we feel what can only be called an obligation to make prints from our negatives, and it's a big bonus that we both greatly enjoy the process. Furthermore, Wayne's fifty years of analog photography has resulted in a large body of work, and from now until May 22 you can see over fifty of Wayne's favorite photographs at his retrospective exhibit at The Arts Center in Athens, Tennessee. I see this show as a tribute to Wayne's unrelenting dedication to excellence and honesty in the photographic arts, and I hope you can get by to see it for yourself. Also, the Arts Center is having a reception for Wayne on Friday, May 8, from 5:00 to 7:00 pm. Both Wayne and I will be there, and we'd love to see you there as well.
Of course, it's much more likely that you are unable to see Wayne's exhibit. We have listeners who live hundreds or even thousands of miles away from Athens, Tennessee, so we understand completely. However, Wayne has made a way for you so not only see the exhibit, but also a way to actually own reproductions of every print in the show. Yes, I'm talking about a book: Things I've Seen: Fifty Years of Analog Photography. Wayne, who routinely makes high quality photocopies of his prints (not scans, mind you - he used his Sony A7), used the online service, Mixam, to produce softcover books that contain the entire exhibition for a very reasonable price of $20. All you have to do is email us at unclejonesyscameras@gmail.com, and Wayne will get back to you. And for those of you who are planning to see the show in person, you can purchase a copy at The Art Center.
I should also point out that the prints on display at The Arts Center are also available for purchase, and Wayne would love to have one (or more) of them on display in your home or office. While Wayne and I slightly disagree about whether or not an official quality reproduction qualifies as an actual photograph, I believe that, by purchasing one of Wayne's prints or a copy of his book, you will in fact own a copy of Wayne's art. Remember, a darkroom print is a first generation copy made from the original negative. The images in Wayne's book are only one generation further, and I think the quality of the reproductions in the book are excellent.
So, whether you purchase an original print or the book, you will not only own a copy of Wayne's photographic art, but also you will reward Wayne for his time, effort, and expense in making something that pleases you. Additionally, your purchase helps to enable Wayne to continue making photography, so the arrangement works for everyone.
Our podcast actually begins with a listener email from Mike Kukavica about the topic of filters, which Wayne and I discussed in show #90. Mike occasionally likes to use a combination of filters to darken the sky to almost black, and he included an example of this style. Pretty cool, eh?
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| Photo by Mike Kukavica |
After a break, Wayne answers a great listener email about split grade printing, and I make a fervent plea to 7Artisans for a chance to review their newest lens release, their M 35mm f2.8 lens for Leica M and L39. Now, although I already own a genuine Leitz 35mm lens (an Elmer f3.5 L39 that, when attached to a Leica M adapter, works perfectly), I would love to compare this lens to my lens. From what I have heard online, the quality of the 7Artisans 35mm lens is very good, and it can be had for $428 USD. I think that is a great deal. So please, 7Artisans, if you're listening . . .
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As always, we would love to hear from you. You can email us at unclejonesyscameras@gmail.com, and you can leave comments on our Facebook and Instagram pages. If you would like to support us, you can donate at our Ko.fi.com account. And thank you!
Happy Photography everyone! Go get some good pictures!
