What this site is trying to accomplish is a journal of restored black and white photos, some destined for the trash barrel, others rescued from garage sales and hopefully a few donated. Aside from my new business of photo restoration, which is yet to start, this will be a page where personal work can be displayed along with some interesting facts of early Kodak style photography.
I'm not happy with the layout yet, but another reminder, this is a work in progress. I want to be able to do more with this site, but not complicate matters beyond my ability. Also, friends who have links with my other site may find they are not here. No snuffing intended. This is a place where both my liberal and conservative friends can stop by without feeling they are being tugged one way or other. Instead, the links will be for those relating towards photography.
So feel free to browse as time goes on. If you are new to my site please note I am trying to upgrade my computer and equipment. I just purchased the Epson 750 Pro scanner and a new, larger computer is needed. E-bay took me part of the way to my dreams but the cost of doing business there is too high, so if you are a lover of black and white and the history it brings back to life please consider hitting that little PayPay button.
Thanks
Shelly
Remember to click on photosBefore
This photo of our daring young gals in the 1920's era shows both a before and after scan. Note the pack of cigarettes in the hands of the gal in the middle. It is amazing what a little time and Photoshop can do.
The photo was originally 4 x 2 1/2 inches with little detail visible. Just imagine how amazed the original camera user would have been to see this photo
I will try and keep the photos as original as possible as the blog progresses, with any major changes noted. There is more that can be accomplished with this picture, but this is a test run for my new blog.
After
9 comments:
May I be the first? Just checking all the safety points. Now, let the comments begin
Shelly,
That is some great work. I have some old photos of ancestors (living and dead) that could use some restoration. When you have had some time to get the web site set up I would be honored to send them along, but would like the originals back eventually.
God Bless
Deus est Semper Fidelis
I will be honored to restore them for you. When I do customers work I will ask them if they want them printed, put on CD so they can do their own printing or both.
Some folks are not CD savvy you know. Regardless they will get the originals back via first class mail.
With permission I will post any pictures that have some sort of character. I hope that by August 1st I will start doing any restoration needed such as B&W, slides or negatives.
This is great!! I am so excited for you. I am passing your site on to my dad and aunt because I have a feeling that they may want you to do some work for them! Congrats on your new endeavor. We're fellow entrepreneurs, don't ya know?? :-) Mary Beth
We're fellow entrepreneurs, don't ya know?? :-)
Yes I know. Feel free to pass it on. Even if they just enjoy the photos as they come onto the blog
Micheala
Congrats on the new venture! Here's hopin' you soon have more business than you can handle! I too have old black and white family photos that could use your magic touch! Let us all know when your doors are open!
Maybe I'll send you some pictures to convert to digital format for me...I have quite a few old pictures.
Camojack
I think the work will come. That is good, because it gives me a sense of worth again.
I may not be the best restoration person but I think I can do a real good job and that is what counts. It has been 7 years since I closed the restaurant and it is time to get busy again (not that I haven't been I just haven't earned any money).
Best of luck with your new endeavors! I will spread the word as well.
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