Uncle Jonesy's Cameras Kevin and Kelley Lane

The Shutter Brothers have a take on camera shake, so ready steady go! Our listener email offers some advice on how to avoid camera shake and get sharp images with handheld camera. Also, the Bros. have some advice to a listener who is ready to develop fim for the first time. Next, Wayne and Kevin read some listener-submitted messages on postcard sized darkroom prints. And one of those prints came with a special gift for Kevin:  a Minolta Maxxum XTsi camera body for Kevin to use on his Alaskan cruise in September. Our listeners are truly the best!
Happy Photography!

The two Shutter Brothers are talking twos! First, Kevin gets a breakdown from Wayne regarding the pros and cons of various camera pairs for his forthcoming Alaskan cruise in September. Why two? Because Kevin wants to shoot two films, color and b&w on this trip. But Kevin likes to travel light, so the gear has to be right (Hey, we Shutter Bros can rhyme too!)
Next, dueces run wild with twin lens reflex cameras. Two viewing lenses, two taking lenses, etc. Kevin has been using his Rolleicord Va a lot lately, but there a problem:  camera shake! Kevin gets fuzzy shots when handholding the camera (but not when it's  on a tripod). Could the design and location of the Rolleicord's shutter release be the culprit? To investigate, Wayne gathers his quartet of TLRs for comparison (and he has some cool ones!) and makes a suggestion for a solution. 
Do you like slide shows? Want to double your fun? Wayne has something for you:  a Stereo Vivid 3D slide projector with screen, extra bulbs, and a collection of 3D viewing glasses. It could be yours!
Finally, we're already making plans for our 3rd Annual Photowalk with The Shutter Brothers on October 26, 2024. Mark you calendars!
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Most people find a lot of junk in their closet, but not Shutter Brother Wayne. He's been doing some spring cleaning lately, and what he found definitely is not junk. How about a Stereo Realist? And a stereo projector? Some stereo card mounts? A viewer? Imagine the cool slides shows at the Setser house 
Wayne has been using handheld cameras a lot lately, especially his Noblex panoramic camera. Since the Noblex doesn't have a strap and must be held with both hands, Wayne could use a third hand to hold his handheld light meter. Or, he could find a meter that fits one his hand. And he did! The Reveni Labs Incident Meter straps on the the back of Wayne's hand stays there. Also, just a flip of a switch and a turn of the hand, and it becomes a reflective meter. Very handy!
Next, our faithful and clever listeners take over with some great questions, comments, and tips. And one of those questions leads us into a light meter deep dive. Reflective? Incident? Spot? No meter? We've got it covered.
We finish with more talk of our Third Annual Photowalk with Wayne and Kevin, which will happen in October. 
Happy Photography!
 

Brand new year - Brand new show! And the Shutter Brothers are ready for it!! First, we have some great listener input about film testing and negative storage. Next, a listener asks us what happens when our photography inspiration goes "Poof!" Both Wayne and Kevin share their advice on how to get your photography mojo back.
Both Wayne and Kevin are going on cruises this year, so we ask our listeners the question, "What camera would be best for a vacation cruise?" If you've got suggestions, please email us (unclejonesyscameras@gmail.com) or leave a comment on our Facebook page (@ujcpodcast). 
Finally, we've got ideas regarding our 2024 Photowalk. It's going to be fun!
Happy Photography!

The Shutters Brothers wish you the happiest of holidays and the happiest of holiday photography, and to that end, Wayne and Kevin share their tips on how to best capture the spirit of the season on film (or sensor!) And since many of us use flash to make things merry and bright, Wayne does a deep dive on flash guide numbers and how to make them work for you. 
The Bros. also answer some listener email, discuss the Platypus, a cool 4x5 sheet film drying rack from Simon Forster, and look forward some photographic goals for 2024. 
The show ends with Kevin's brand new holiday single, "Christmas Home."
Happy Holidays from the Shutter Brothers!

Wayne and Kevin are still thinking about the fun that was had on our 2023 Photowalk. We've seen some great photographs from participants, and there's more to come. Thanks to everyone who participated, and we look forward to doing it again next year!
After a discussion of recent activities, the Shutter Bros. reach deep into the vitural mailbag for some great listener email. Topics include how to make fixed image test strips, choosing the right negative sleeves, network enabled enlarger timers, idiosyncratic photography, and whether or not we should keep shooting past 36 exposures. Where do you stand on that one?
Happy Photography!