[APML] Care of Negatives

["Kevin Wigell" <kwemail@twcny.rr.com>]

I work strictly with 35mm, but I suppose these questions apply whatever the
film format.

Before scanning my negatives, I first gently brush both sides with a soft
brush, then give them a moderate blast of compressed air at an oblique
angle. This generally seems to remove any dust or other loose material
without scratching the emulsion.

After I'm done scanning them, I put all the strips from a roll in a regular
mailing envelope after first writing notes on the outside of the envelope.

Any comments on the best way(s) to prepare and store negatives?

Kevin Wigell


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