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Going to the Catskills 1902
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The discussion centers on the limitations of photographic technology in 1902, specifically regarding panchromatic film, which was not yet in use. As a result, colors such as red on black or blue/violet on white were not accurately rendered. The conversation highlights the high grain of the film used during this period, which surpasses the quality of many contemporary digital cameras. Additionally, it notes the absence of monochromatic light sources for holography until the development of low-pressure sodium lamps by Arthur Compton in 1920.
PREREQUISITES- Understanding of panchromatic film technology
- Knowledge of early 20th-century photographic techniques
- Familiarity with film grain characteristics
- Awareness of monochromatic light sources and their historical context
- Research the development and impact of panchromatic film in photography
- Explore the evolution of film grain and its effects on image quality
- Investigate the history of monochromatic light sources in optical technology
- Learn about the makeup techniques used in early cinema to enhance visibility
Photography enthusiasts, film historians, and anyone interested in the technological advancements of early 20th-century visual media.
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.Scott
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Since the photo was taken in 1902, we know that panchromatic film was not used. So anything red on black or blue/violet on white will not be rendered.
On the other hand, it is a very high grain film - perhaps higher than one would could get with most off-the-shelf color digital or film cameras. Also, it was perhaps fine enough for holography - though in 1902, monochromatic light sources were not available - Arthur Compton created a low pressure sodium lamps in 1920.
On the other hand, it is a very high grain film - perhaps higher than one would could get with most off-the-shelf color digital or film cameras. Also, it was perhaps fine enough for holography - though in 1902, monochromatic light sources were not available - Arthur Compton created a low pressure sodium lamps in 1920.
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I passed by the YouTube topic when it randomly came up in my exploration, of why early movies had the actors with high contrasting makeup. This is surely part of the explanation..Scott said:
Just a short read said that the film/camera could not see their faces.
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