Cross processing side film-more help needed?

Question

Thanks to all those who helped with my previous question. Now, I'm also considering cross-processing (developing using C41 chemicals) with my slide film as my local lab offers this service. BUT if it doesn't work as I'd like it can I use the negatives AGAIN to produce normal (non-crossprocessed) prints? Thanks all...

Thanks, that's interesting. Could I possibly do the opposite though? Process normally then use the negatives to cross process?

thanks everyone! really helpful

Answer 1

If you've never cross processed before, you should definitely give it a try first on an unimportant roll.

Cross processing gives you contrasty negatives with wild, supersaturated unrealistic colors. Once they've been processed that way, theyr'e always that way.

Answer 2

the answer to your first question is no. once your film has been developed, it's done and you'll have to live with the results.

the answer to your second question is no. same as above.

all it really means is that E6 and C41 chemicals do the "same" job but slightly differently, so you get a different look. you can cross process neg too but it's disappointing. cross processing transparency is much more effective.

go here:
http://www.crossprocess.com/

....but you could process normally and then manipulate it in Photoshop so it looks cross processed.

go here:
http://www.photoshopsupport.com/tutorials/or/cross-processing.html

Answer 3

To add to the previous poster's comment:
If you're interested in digitally creating a cross-process photo, do a google search for "lomo" or "lomography". There's quite a cult following to this process, and I must admit I've seen quite a bit of it that I like too. I have seen tutorials on how to achieve the look, but I don't have a link handy. I'm sure a quite search for "lomo tutorial" would find it.

Answer 4

No.

Once the film is processed, it is how it is. You could probably work the images in Photoshop if you didn't like the way they turn out. If you're worried about the outcome, either shoot two rolls and process one normally, or plan to do a re-shoot in the future.