Scott Holcomb's photos

Like so many workhorses before him, this noble laborer has plowed his last field and sowed his final seed. This photo was taken by a Zenza Bronica S2 medium format film camera and Nikkor-H 1:3.5 f=5 cm lens with a Hoya HMC Y[K2] 82mm filter using Ilford Delta 400 film, the negative scanned by an Epson Perfection V600 and digitally rendered with Photoshop.

Once in awhile we all deserve to venture into a change of pace from the regular lives that we lead. A magical road recently took me from the drab and uneventful into that alluring world of irresistible beauty. This photo was taken by a Kowa/SIX medium format film camera and KOWA 1:3.5/55mm lens with a Kowa L39•3C(UV) ø67 filter using Fuji 160NS film, the negative scanned by an Epson Perfection V600 and digitally rendered with Photoshop.

Gather behind the fortress walls, citizens. The Huns are advancing upon us! If the fence does not stop them, the moat will. In last resort, man the battlements!! This photo was taken by a Zenza Bronica S2 medium format film camera and Nikkor-H 1:3.5 f=5 cm lens with a R72 IR 82mm filter using Rollei IR 400 film, the negative scanned by a Epson Perfection V600 and digitally rendered with Photoshop

A familiar song can bring back powerful past memories. Where were you when listening to this tune? www.youtube.com/watch?v=naoknj1ebqI This photo was taken by a Hasselblad 500C medium format film camera with a Carl Zeiss Distagon 1:4 f=50mm lens and Kowa Y2 ø67 filter + adapter using Rollei Retro 400S film, the negative scanned by an Epson Perfection V600 and digitally rendered with Photoshop.

This hill was used a fortress lined with concrete bunkers defending the entry to the Golden Gate Strait in times past. Now hawks soar over the hill staging their aerobatic mating rituals during the Springtime while tourist enjoy the spectacular views of The Golden Gate and San Francisco far below. This image was taken by a Zenza Bronica S2 medium format film camera with a NIKKOR-P 1:2.8 f=7.5cm lens and Zenza Bronica 67mm SR60•2C(R1) filter using Kodak 400TX film, the negative scanned by an Epson Perfection V600 and digitally rendered with Photoshop.

The Redwood Route operated by Skunk Train offers: Hippie Class • Casual seating on the floor • Clothing optional - Whatever, man . . . • Complimentary cannabis • Peanut butter chocolate chip cookies-based luncheon This photo was taken by an Asahi Pentax 6 X 7 medium format film camera with a SMC PENTAX 67 1:4 45mm lens using Fuji 400-H film, the negative scanned by an Epson Perfection V600 and digitally rendered with Photoshop.

Through the godforsaken land the people wandered Hope of a promised land propelled them onward They were tested by heat, hunger and thirst Trekking across a land that was cursed This cropped photo was taken by a Kowa/SIX medium format film camera and KOWA 1:3.5/55mm lens with a HOYA 67mm INFRARED (R72) filter using Rollei IR 400 film, the negative scanned by an Epson Perfection V600 and digitally rendered with Photoshop.

California Western Railways, operated by Skunk Train, offers rail transportation out of Fort Bragg, California. Tree Hugger Class is their most popular service and features: • Rustic bench seating. • Vegan macrobiotic gluten free food All Aboard!! (Casual khaki clothing recommended) This photo was taken by an Asahi Pentax 6 X 7 medium format film camera with a SMC PENTAX 67 1:4 45mm lens using Fuji 400-H film, the negative scanned by an Epson Perfection V600 and digitally rendered with Photoshop.

Recently I ran across this old character who told me, "I was quite a dandy in my day, son. In fact, if you don't mind me tooting my own horn, I have still got it! Mark my words, some day I will be a star in one of those new-fangled animated films, just you wait and see!!" This photo was taken by an Asahi Pentax 6 X 7 medium format film camera with a SMC PENTAX 67 1:4 45mm lens using Fuji 400-H film, the negative scanned by an Epson Perfection V600 and digitally rendered with Photoshop.

Like it's cousin in Belgium, www.ipernity.com/doc/berny/48163194 , The Skunk Train sits idle with generations of memories of it's journeys along the Redwood Route. It is, however, still operational and provides thrills to tourists each summer. A new coat of paint might give it a bit more class. This photo was taken by an Asahi Pentax 6 X 7 medium format film camera with a SMC PENTAX 67 1:4 45mm lens using Fuji 400-H film, the negative scanned by an Epson Perfection V600 and digitally rendered with Photoshop.

Tidy Victorian houses with their miniature wrought iron border fences are a charming feature of this unique West Coast American city This photo was taken by a Mamiya C-330 Twin Lens Reflex medium format film camera and Mamiya-Sekor 1:3.5 f=65mm lens with a Mamiya 46ø Y2 SY48•2 filter using Kodak 100 T-MAX film, the negative scanned by an Epson Perfection V600 and digitally rendered in Photoshop.

The power of three is fundamental. This photo was taken by a Minolta Autocord TLR medium format film camera with Seikosha-MX Rokkor 75mm f/3.2 & 3.5 lenses and a Hoya HMC O[G] filter using Adox CMS 20 II film, the negative scanned by an Epson Perfection V600 and digitally rendered with Photoshop.

Walking down memory lane; through the Late Triassic Period to be exact. Ah, those were the days . . . This photo was taken by a Hasselblad 500C medium format film camera with a Carl Zeiss Distagon 1:4 f=50mm lens and B+W 67E KR15 2.3⨯ filter using Kodak 400TX film, the negative scanned by an Epson Perfection V600 and digitally rendered with Photoshop.

Instead of using profane language when discussing sensitive topics online, I shall just post this photo. It will save a lot of energy and verbiage, since we all know that a picture is worth a thousand words! This photo was taken by a Kiev 88C medium format film camera with an ARSAT B 2.8/80mm lens and Чф-1ˣ 62x0.75 filter using Ilford HP5 Plus 400 film, the negative scanned by an Epson Perfection V600 and digitally rendered with Photoshop.

I've been working on the railroad All the live long day I've been working on the railroad Just to pass the time away This photo was taken by a Kowa/SIX medium format film camera with a KOWA 1:3.5/55mm lens and Kowa L-1A ø67 filter using Kodak Portra 800 film, the negative scanned by an Epson Perfection V600 and digitally rendered with Photoshop.

In a change from my normal subject matter of Nature and Landscape Photography, I have headed into a local neighborhood to record their way of life. This community needs a sturdy fence to prevent residents from being led away from the straight and narrow. Deviation from the path could lead to a fall from grace. This photo was taken by an Asahi Pentax 6 X 7 medium format film camera with a Super-Multi-Coated Takumar/6X7 1:4.5/75mm lens using Kodak Portra 400 film, the negative scanned by an Epson Perfection V600 and digitalized by Photoshop.

An elderly Italianate victorian house that still remains strikingly vibrant. This photo was taken by a Zenza Bronica S2 medium format film camera with a NIKKOR-H 1:3.5 f=5cm lens and Zenza Bronica 82mm L-1A filter using Fuji 400-H film, the negative scanned by an Epson Perfection V600 and digitally rendered with Photoshop.

Fortunately, the minimalist fence does not block the spectacular view. It also does not provide much security for absent minded photographers focusing their cameras, who may tumble the 1,000 meters to Yosemite Valley below. The Grim Reaper (Half Dome) sees all. This photo was taken by an Asahi Pentax 6 X 7 medium format film camera with a Super-Multi-Coated Takumar/6X7 1:3.5/55mm lens using Kodak Ektar 100 film, the negative scanned by an Epson Perfection V600 and digitally rendered with Photoshop.