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April 5, 2010 © Colin J Clarke

First Image - Ilford PX 100


My first image from the all-new Ilford branded PX-100 Silver Shade
"First Flush" SX-70 instant film from "The Impossible Project" factory.
It is a monochrome iso100 instant film ('polaroid'), from the first
commercial batch. Somewhat tricky !!! to handle, and subject to narrow
light and temperature parameters. But it's a start ! And hopefully,
I'll learn how to use this sensitive film ... :-) The 'darkslide' which is
ejected as soon as you load the pack is shown here, for the record.

Second Attempt at this scene here

Polaroid SX-70, Ilford PX 100

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Roland06-Apr-2010 21:28
Such an unusual and magnetic image. Wonderful process Colin. BV
Colin Clarke05-Apr-2010 15:32
Hi Bonnie: Yes, it's not exactly point-and-shoot ... LOL
I made this first image in low-ish light. At iso100, the auto-shutter speed was probably only around 1/30 or so, hence the fuzzy result. I also see some red color cast which (if I am reading the FAQs correctly at the website) suggests either the room temp was too cold (it was about 68F), or I didn't get the vivid blue !! image which popped out, into a dark place quickly enough for it to develop correctly. I think the end result is supposed to be slightly sepia toned only. Anyway, in the spirit of this great achievement by the Impossible Project team, I will continue on, and see what ""artistic"" (read holga-esque) results I can get. I look forward to your images (which are bound to be sensational).
Bonnie Underwood05-Apr-2010 14:32
I have my pack of film but I am a
bit intimidated by it.
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