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Discover Advanced Photo Restoration & Scanning Techniques

Discover Advanced Photo Restoration & Scanning Techniques

Have you ever wondered what to do with your old photo albums or collection of slides and negatives? If the photos look old or damaged is it even worth trying to resurrect them? The answer is YES! It’s amazing what’s possible these days with modern scanning technology. While cheaper ‘consumer’ scanners are often an attractive option due to their lower price and apparent ease of use, they will only produce poor to average results, limited resolution and correction options, and ultimately won’t be doing your images justice. DO IT ONCE, DO IT RIGHT! On the other hand, higher end and professional image scanners give great results, allowing you to produce high quality, clear images and utilise the latest in scanning technology. Seeing old family memories come back to life and be preserved for future generations is definitely worth it. Below I will explain a few ways old slides, photos and negatives can be restored and some of the technology involved. Resolution and Quality: The quality of your scanner’s lens and image...

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How to store your Slides and Negatives safely

How to store your Slides and Negatives safely

Many people have huge collections of slides, negatives and photos lying around the house or in the shed. Perhaps the most important thing you need to guard against is the degrading of these images, which can come in many forms, including: exposure to heat or cold becoming brittle, faded or stained becoming bent, ripped, cracked, warped or wrinkled being exposed to dust, dirt, moisture or insects To ensure your slides and negatives are kept in the best possible condition, they should be stored in sleeves or containers specially designed to keep your memories safe. Storage in a cool, dry location is best, so keep them out of any areas which may be exposed to Australia’s extreme temperatures. Older paper and plastic sleeves or enclosures may not be safe for long term storage, so replace them with modern, high quality plastic pocket-sleeves or plastic, metal or cardboard storage boxes. Also ensure each slide or negative is spaced accordingly and not bent or crammed in. Another, although generally impractical solution is...

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