Mark Riddle
@mriddle29.bsky.social
Longtime Advertising Producer, and Photographer
I'm here to talk photography, oh and maybe home coffee roasting.
Film - (4x5, 120, and 135) digital, and iPhone.
Home Darkroom novice
Some of my client work can be found on IG: @markriddlephotography.
I'm here to talk photography, oh and maybe home coffee roasting.
Film - (4x5, 120, and 135) digital, and iPhone.
Home Darkroom novice
Some of my client work can be found on IG: @markriddlephotography.
I wish you great luck and enjoyment.
December 1, 2025 at 3:57 AM
I wish you great luck and enjoyment.
I dove into LF a couple of years ago when I purchased a Shen Hao 4x5. I love it! It’s definitely more of a challenge than any digital camera. Finding compositions is akin to composing for plein air painting.
December 1, 2025 at 3:56 AM
I dove into LF a couple of years ago when I purchased a Shen Hao 4x5. I love it! It’s definitely more of a challenge than any digital camera. Finding compositions is akin to composing for plein air painting.
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The holders are from a 4x5 dip and dunk development tank. Although, I use a Stearman Press 445 tank for developing but I found the holders are great for drying negatives.
May 21, 2025 at 2:59 AM
The holders are from a 4x5 dip and dunk development tank. Although, I use a Stearman Press 445 tank for developing but I found the holders are great for drying negatives.
Thanks to @TadTadd on YouTube, I learned why I’m getting blank frames with my Mamiya 330.
May 18, 2025 at 2:50 PM
Thanks to @TadTadd on YouTube, I learned why I’m getting blank frames with my Mamiya 330.
In my small darkroom I use an under the bed storage container as a way to protect against spillage and drips. The dimensions are around 29”Lx15”Wx7”H. All 3 - 8x10 trays fit perfectly. The wash tray sits on an adjacent countertop.
April 17, 2025 at 9:36 AM
In my small darkroom I use an under the bed storage container as a way to protect against spillage and drips. The dimensions are around 29”Lx15”Wx7”H. All 3 - 8x10 trays fit perfectly. The wash tray sits on an adjacent countertop.
I shot film yesterday and I’ll shoot it again today!
April 13, 2025 at 6:21 PM
I shot film yesterday and I’ll shoot it again today!
Thanks for the suggestions !!
March 4, 2025 at 4:34 AM
Thanks for the suggestions !!
Since I already have a Zenza Bronica S 6x6 and the Mamiya 330, I’m more interested in either the 6x4.5 or 6x9.
March 4, 2025 at 4:33 AM
Since I already have a Zenza Bronica S 6x6 and the Mamiya 330, I’m more interested in either the 6x4.5 or 6x9.
Your blog post has me intrigued. I’ve been looking for a medium format camera that’s relatively low profile. Where is the best place to purchase a good folding cam? I visited NatCam today, and didn’t see any good options. What they currently offer seems pre-1940s, mostly Kodak.
March 3, 2025 at 11:39 PM
Your blog post has me intrigued. I’ve been looking for a medium format camera that’s relatively low profile. Where is the best place to purchase a good folding cam? I visited NatCam today, and didn’t see any good options. What they currently offer seems pre-1940s, mostly Kodak.
That’s the Oval Office right there.
March 1, 2025 at 1:11 AM
That’s the Oval Office right there.
Beautiful portrait! I love the light.
February 24, 2025 at 5:42 AM
Beautiful portrait! I love the light.
When you achieve even borders please let me know your secret. I can relate.
February 24, 2025 at 5:40 AM
When you achieve even borders please let me know your secret. I can relate.
2/2 When I go out to shoot with the 4x5 or TLR, I sometimes drive around, looking for inspiration for an evening without exposing a frame. I've likened it to a fishing expedition. Sometimes you don't get a nibble. Other times you hit your limit.
February 18, 2025 at 11:49 PM
2/2 When I go out to shoot with the 4x5 or TLR, I sometimes drive around, looking for inspiration for an evening without exposing a frame. I've likened it to a fishing expedition. Sometimes you don't get a nibble. Other times you hit your limit.
Thanks for the blog post, Tom. I feel that over the past 10 years I've been fine tuning the style that I have for my portrait clients, and I'm happy with the latest results. When it comes to personal photos (a.k.a. what I want to print or hang on my wall) I feel ungrounded. 1/2
February 18, 2025 at 11:47 PM
Thanks for the blog post, Tom. I feel that over the past 10 years I've been fine tuning the style that I have for my portrait clients, and I'm happy with the latest results. When it comes to personal photos (a.k.a. what I want to print or hang on my wall) I feel ungrounded. 1/2
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It's just a personal feeling, but I'm not convinced America did actually vote for this. I think Elon was up to some fuckery with voting machines. Unfortunately, we probably won't see an investigation providing proof any time soon, since they're replacing everyone in the FBI/DOJ with loyalists.
February 15, 2025 at 6:54 PM
It's just a personal feeling, but I'm not convinced America did actually vote for this. I think Elon was up to some fuckery with voting machines. Unfortunately, we probably won't see an investigation providing proof any time soon, since they're replacing everyone in the FBI/DOJ with loyalists.
I’m in Burnsville.
February 3, 2025 at 4:02 AM
I’m in Burnsville.
BTW, I'm located in the Twin Cities.
February 3, 2025 at 2:36 AM
BTW, I'm located in the Twin Cities.
Haha! I just acquired starter from a friend, last week, and baked my first loaf today.
February 3, 2025 at 12:19 AM
Haha! I just acquired starter from a friend, last week, and baked my first loaf today.