This past week I was contacted by someone that happened across this very website while doing a search regarding enlargers I had discussed.  After several email exchanges and the discovery that we live on opposite sides of the Atlantic … we decided to meet via Zoom on Sunday … and I am happy we did! As I’ve said before, I am convinced that it’s the personal relationships I make along the way that make things so special, and this experience becomes another part of my photographic life journey that keeps on growing.

Turns out we have a tremendous amount in common, from interest in photographic subjects to the choice of camera equipment and enlargers. Almost two and a half hours after we logged-on it was time to say goodbye, but honestly, I could have spent another two and a half hours talking since I was enjoying myself so much and learning a good bit too. We agreed to exchange more information by email and to get together again soon.

So, how good is that! A real high point of my week! And I see the opportunity for a new friendship, albeit a long distance one.  No matter.  Damn, purchasing the yearly Zoom membership just might be one of the best $139 I’ve spent!

Hey, an hour or so outside of London isn’t that far from Doylestown after all!

Stay safe,

Michael