Paterson PAT329 Set 3X 50x60cm Schalen

Paterson PAT329 Set 3X 50x60cm Schalen | Three trays for darkroom printing

The defining choice is the 50 x 60 cm format: it gives you a broad working area for darkroom printing. Paterson’s PAT329 is a set of three trays, suited to photographers setting up a wet-processing station and looking for several trays in one size. In a print workflow, separate trays can keep stages apart as you move a print from one bath to the next. Three trays give you a straightforward starting layout, without mixing sizes in the set. You’ll need to allow for their footprint when planning your bench space; the roomy format is useful, but it takes up space. If you’re putting together or refreshing a darkroom setup and want trays in this size, the appeal is simple: three trays from Paterson, all in the same format.

Planning your darkroom workflow

Before you start printing, decide where each stage of your wet workflow will sit. Keeping the steps in a clear order makes it easier to move a print along without crossing back over the work area. Leave yourself enough space to handle prints calmly, and think about where you’ll place items between stages. A roomy work surface can make handling prints more comfortable, but it also calls for a considered layout. Measure the available bench area and think through how you’ll arrange your station before you begin. That small bit of planning can make a darkroom feel more manageable, especially when you’re working through a sequence of print-processing steps. These trays are intended for darkroom use, so they’re relevant when you’re organising that part of your setup.

Technical Specifications

• Brand: Paterson
• Model: PAT329
• Type: Darkroom trays
• Set quantity: 3
• Tray dimensions: 50 x 60 cm