19
Jan
2014
D/FW LF GROUP
Our mission is simple; we believe in the validity of large film and we pledge to do our best to pass on our knowledge to those that are interested in exploring the world of large film and cameras.
FILM IS NOT DEAD!
22
Apr
2013
D/FW LF GROUP OUTING, ST. OLAF’S CHURCH IN CRANFILL GAP, SAT 4/27
Who is up for some shooting this Saturday, April 27? We will be meeting at St. Olaf’s Church in Cranfills Gap. The gate is usually opened after sunrise, scheduled for an early 6:49. Michael says, from Plano it is a good haul, so he would not make it until about 8:30 at the earliest. The sun will still be low enough to provide for some great shadows. There is a German restaurant a few miles north – on the way home – where we can stop for lunch. http://zurautobahn.com/OurMenu.html
Hope you can make it, we always have a good time. . . and don’t forget to bring a film camera and some film!
JB
11
Mar
2013
Dallas / Fort Worth LF Gathering, Saturday March 16, 2013
We are heading to the Amon Carter on Saturday morning, March 16. There is a new exhibit, “Big Pictures“, that opened on last week Tuesday and runs through the 3rd week in April. We will meet at the museum at 10AM. Following our visit we’ll head over to Lucille’s for one of their wonderful lunches. I figure about 11:30 at the latest.
And, yes we need to firm up some Spring photography dates. Before we know it, it will be 100+ degrees again.
Please let me know if you can make it to Lucille’s; I will call them Friday morning to reserve a table.
Have a great week y’all
Michael
Drop us an e-mail or post to Michale’s thread on the LF Forum HERE.
11
Jan
2013
GRAPEVINE CAMERA SHOW, SAT 01/26/2013
The Group will be meeting in Grapevine, TX for breakfast at The Original Pancake House, 8:30am. Everyone is invited to join us for breakfast, or meet up at the Camera Show, which opens at 10:00am. Also, follow this LINK and print the page for $1.00 off the show admission.
Hope to see you there!
JB
21
Oct
2012
D/FW LF GROUP OUTING TO CEDAR HILL STATE PARK
Finally got in a fall outing, but it didn’t really feel like fall. The day started out nice, but by afternoon the humidity and heat were back. But, we made the best of it. Had a good group to start the day, but by noon Susan and I were the only ones left. We visited the Fall Festival that was going on in the park and stayed for the day. We finally caught up with Michael, who had another photography engagement for the first half of the day, and had a late lunch about 3:00.
The light as the sun rose above the horizon was really nice on the old barns and wood, but it was even better toward sunset. We made several photos, I with my 8×10 and Susan was testing some new 4×10 holders. Got to check out Mike’s Ritter 7×11 camera, a new format for me, and Robert was exercising his, new-to-him, 8×10. We had a lot of the usual photo chat and talk, showed some photos, and I believe everyone had a great day. We didn’t get home till nearly 8:00pm.
It was a fun, but hot day, and might just have a couple of keepers!
JB
27
Aug
2012
OLD TIME CAMERA PHOTO SHOOT
See why these film cameras could help you with your photography skills as well. Metering, composing, keystoning, and hyperfocusing will be discussed and demonstrated. It will be a fun morning!
Come out and see some of the ancestors of your digital camera that still produce magical images. There will be a few of the Large Format cameras – You know the ones with the cape you pull over your head, tripods that could hold a truck, yep those cameras. They will be out and taking photos and explaining how they work for anyone that wants to know.
You will also see some medium format film cameras as well. These cameras still produce 145MB digital scans with more detail than the largest dSLR!
Although the Large Format cameras are a work of art in themselves, the Nash Farm is also a very beautiful farm that’s just great for a day out. Farm buildings, tools, even a small cemetery are all on the grounds of this city park.
When: Saturday, September 22, 2012, 8:30 AM to 11:45 AM
Where: Nash Farm, Grapevine, Texas Google Map
Parking: Park on the side street – Homestead Drive – Stay on the Farm side of the street – DON’T park in front of someone’s home. Please don’t pull into the farm. Take a look at the parking map.
19
Aug
2012
D/FW LF GROUP OUTING; Cedar Hill State Park, Sat 10/20/2012
It’s been a long HOT summer. . . Time to break out the cameras. . . Let’s go back to Cedar Hill State Park!
NOW, IF I CAN JUST REMEMBER. . .
Sunrise is at a much more reasonable 7:25AM — Sunset will be at 7:04PM. Park is open 6:00am to 10pm. There are several wonderful spots that will be good for both times of the day.
Some of us are planning on spending the day at the park. We will do lunch around noon, there are restrooms and picnic areas in the park. You can either bring your picnic basket or head into town.
As usual, we will have a variety of cameras in play. . . everything from LF to handheld digital. We will be working on more details as we plan this outing. Stay tuned for more info.
See y’all there!
12
Jul
2012
D/FW LFG An outing without Dark Cloth
We are heading out to Strawn, Texas this Saturday (7-14) to Mary’s Cafe for the best Chicken Fried Steak in Texas. Some in the group are heading out early to scout the area and we will be meeting for lunch. Plans are to be at Mary’s for the real thing at 11:30AM this Saturday.
Mary’s Cafe
119 Grant Ave.
Strawn, TX 76475
Bring some photos to share, equipment to show or sell and let’s have a fun lunch.
Hope to meet some new members!
JB
119 Grant Ave.
Strawn, TX 76475
05
Jun
2012
RABBIT, BUTTERFLY, WEATHERED WOOD. . . CEDAR HILL STATE PARK
Haven’t had a lot of time to write lately. We have been working on several remodeling projects here at the house. We did have a D/FW LFG outing back Saturday May 26th.
This is a really great place for the B&W LF shooter. We had a few courageous people join us to brave the heat and wind. One thing is certain, we will be returning once the weather cools down some. I would say after the first fall frost would be a great time to return. Special thanks to David for arranging this outing, lunch and the tour of his darkroom. . . plus, showing us some of his photographs.
Hopefully fall will come early this year!
JB
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Jan
2012
