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About Sara Bella
Expertise
I can answer questions about most anything photographic. From film to darkroom to digital photography, from lighting to Photoshop techniques to digital work flow. I also know a great deal about the historical and theoretical contexts of photography. I am most familiar with Mac computers and the Adobe programs (Photoshop) but I can usually help troubleshoot any software and machine as long as I have the right information.

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I have been shooting photographs since I was 12 years old. I have a BFA in photography and and I am a current MFA matriculate. I teach photography at a university.

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BFA in Photography/Visual Articulation. In residency to receive MFA in photography in 2008.

 
   

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Topic: Digital Photography



Expert: Sara Bella
Date: 4/16/2008
Subject: Old Glass negatives

Question
I have some old glass negatives - estimated from pre 1910 - I'm looking to have actual photo's made from them and not necessarily for lots of cost. Any suggestions?

Answer
Hi Jeff,

I am sorry it took so long to get back to you, I seem to be having email issues.  I am assuming you do not have access to a darkroom.  If this is the case, your best bet with these negatives is to find a photographer who knows how to print them.  These negatives, historically, were printed via a contact process.  They were placed on top of a piece of photo paper, and set outside in the sun to expose.  The photo paper was then processed and fixed.  DDo you have access to a photo scanner?  This would be option #2 and not such a bad idea.  You can then edit the scans in Photoshop and get some really nice images.  If you do not have access to a scanner either, you should find a photographer to assist you.  One option may be to contact the photo program at your local university and see if you can post a help wanted ad on their bulletin board.  Students often times work for much cheaper than professional studios, they need the money more and are more up to date with the latest technology.   But photo students are getting hip to this trick, so don't low ball them!

Good luck.

Sara

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