Stuart Bacon, QPSA
February 2025 - Untitled
About the Image(s)
This image was taken on Kodak Infrared film years before digital photography came into existence! Loading and unloading the film had to be done in total darkness as was the developing of it. The original print was scanned into the computer and Brightness and Contrast was use followed by Curves to arrive and this presentation.
5 comments posted
What a beautiful tree, and nice presentation in infrared. I know infrared was used as a military application but I was wondering if it was common to see film as an art form in infrared? Posted: 02/07/2025 01:08:04
The person who introduced me to IR photography was a professor of fine art photography. The first time I saw his work was 50% landscapes and 50% portraits. The portraits were absolutely stunning. The IR effect on skin tones was magical. Posted: 02/16/2025 04:20:32
This is a wonderful IR photo. I like the majestic tree, the hut, the landscape and especially the fact that the photo is a real IR film photo. I myself am friend of analoque photography with quite a big vintage camera and lens collection. I also develope and scan the films myself. This is a fine photo! Posted: 02/07/2025 07:45:25
I love the area-the rolling hills, the white tree, shack and boulder on the left. I would crop on the right just after the round small tree in the background. This would bring the focus to the shack, lovely tree and boulder (anchor). Posted: 02/07/2025 17:01:47
Well done Stuart, my love affair with IR began back in the days of Kodak IR film, complete with all its grain. This is a great example of images from those times. You used all the required IR elements before you to good effect. Posted: 02/16/2025 04:17:59