Good Evening Folks,
Restoration projects can be easy, or sometimes a challenge. The latter is what I was faced with when I restored the following image. The gentleman who gave me the original picture basically just wanted the folded & cracked lines removed, and maybe a little detail (if possible) put back in some of the faces. The original was roughly 5'' square, and when I scanned it, it really looked bad. When all was said and done a little while later, an 8 x 8 was printed, and the gentleman was happier then a hot mule in a cool barn He was even more delighted when I didn't charge him. By the way, he is (was) standing to the right of the seated woman. The picture was taken back in the early 40's. Thanks for looking
Have a good night
Jim...

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You did a wonderful job on the restoratation but I've gotta ask why not charge him?

Originally Posted by Hackbone You did a wonderful job on the restoratation but I've gotta ask why not charge him?

Good Evening Charles,
Thanks for the comment The gentleman was up in years, and as a general rule, I don't charge senior citizens for any type of work like that, or if they want one of my pictures, I'll give them an 8 x 10, or just charge them what I pay for, if they want anything larger. Years ago I did electronic repair, mostly vcr's, stereo units and some tv's. Senior citizens were only charged for parts, if needed, and never for labor. Besides, most of the time I could fix it in less then an hour if no parts were involved. So many people take advantage of the elderly today, when it's not that hard to help them instead. Thanks again
Have a good night
Jim...

A lovely gesture and a really nice job on the restoration.

Sherry

Jim, thanks for doing what is right but feed your family a tad.

Great job on the restoration. Thank you too for your helping seniors. I do the same thing. A little old lady asked me for a print to send her sister. I was shooting a church directory and the photos were being put online and they could order the extras they wanted. A 8x10 came with the sitting and that was the picture put in the directory. I just printed oe up and gave it too hearths next week. Made her happy and who knows if she really did not have a computer. To me the 4-6 print cost 13 cents and I can cover that NE the god press I got was worth it. A couple of families overhear the conversation and offered to pay for it. I declined.

Good Evening Folks,
Thanks for all the comments It doesn't really take a whole lot of effort to help anybody, however, some elderly people seem to have a need that a lot of people just ignore. At some point in time, we all become senior citizens. Charles, my full time job provides more then enough to cover my family Photography, editing, etc, is a hobby to me, just like electronic repair. I never intended to get rich or famous from any of that, but rather just have a good time while doing it. Thanks again folks
Have a good night
Jim...

Wonderful work. I restored a bunch for a memorial album I did when my last remaining grandparent passed away. I did ok. I wish I had your talent for sure. My family loved the books I made for them but would have loved to get some of those photos back to a much better condition. You have a great skill and a wonderful heart!

Originally Posted by RebelSol Wonderful work. I restored a bunch for a memorial album I did when my last remaining grandparent passed away. I did ok. I wish I had your talent for sure. My family loved the books I made for them but would have loved to get some of those photos back to a much better condition. You have a great skill and a wonderful heart!

Good Afternoon RS,
Thanks for the comments The wonderful heart is inherited from my parents. The skill comes from experience, practice and patience. Believe it or not, I'm still learning, and always will be Thanks again
Enjoy your afternoon
Jim...

Originally Posted by jgoetz4 Good Evening Charles, Thanks for the comment The gentleman was up in years, and as a general rule, I don't charge senior citizens for any type of work like that, or if they want one of my pictures, I'll give them an 8 x 10, or just charge them what I pay for, if they want anything larger. Years ago I did electronic repair, mostly vcr's, stereo units and some tv's. Senior citizens were only charged for parts, if needed, and never for labor. Besides, most of the time I could fix it in less then an hour if no parts were involved. So many people take advantage of the elderly today, when it's not that hard to help them instead. Thanks again Have a good night Jim...

First off let me say you did a good job on the photo. Also let me say you did a great thing by not gouging your client in the name of profit.

I agree, there are way too many people screwing the senior citizens. My Grandmother had a plumber replace her kitchen faucet. The guy charged her $900 for a standard two handle faucet made of PLASTIC! Had she not been 1100 miles away, I would have done it for her.

Beautiful restoration.

Morning Folks,
Thanks for the comments Jeff, there's no way a plumber should have charged your grandmother that much just to replace a faucet. I feel sorry for her and others who are taken advantaged of by contractors, and scam artists. These miscreants need to be put out of business. Thanks again
Have a good day
Jim...

Nice restoration. And very interesting discussion about charity and seniors, etc. For what it's worth, I'm all in favor of giving away my labor to those in need -- whether they be seniors or others. And I'm all in favor of charging a fair wage to those who aren't in need -- whether they be seniors or others. Not all seniors need our charity, but certainly they shouldn't be charged more than others just because we might be able to get away with it.

Originally Posted by jgoetz4 Good Evening Folks, Thanks for all the comments It doesn't really take a whole lot of effort to help anybody, however, some elderly people seem to have a need that a lot of people just ignore. At some point in time, we all become senior citizens. Charles, my full time job provides more then enough to cover my family Photography, editing, etc, is a hobby to me, just like electronic repair. I never intended to get rich or famous from any of that, but rather just have a good time while doing it. Thanks again folks Have a good night Jim...

I agree that the work and gesture are awesome.

Now....I have an older Harmon Kardon audio/video reciever that isnt working right.........Think it may be a thermal protection circuit ( I keep it out in my workshop). Ever work on one?
LOL

Almost a great job. You lost some detail in the shirts, that could easy be drawn back in while still losing some of the scratches.

Wonderful job on both counts.

Originally Posted by jeffreaux2 I agree that the work and gesture are awesome. Now....I have an older Harmon Kardon audio/video reciever that isnt working right.........Think it may be a thermal protection circuit ( I keep it out in my workshop). Ever work on one? LOL

Good Afternoon Jeff,
Thanks for the comment Yes, I have worked on older HK equipment in the past. Why do you think it's a thermal protection problem ? If it keeps blowing fuses, stop right there. By continuously replacing them, there's more likelyhood of additional damage. If that's the problem, then it sounds like an audio output is shorted. Whatever you do, or anybody who reads this, NEVER use aluminum foil as a replacement fuse. Doing so will result in fire, and will damage the equipment severely. Send me a pm with the model number, and exactly what problem(s) you are having, if it's not blowing fuses. Thanks again
Enjoy your afternoon
Jim...

Originally Posted by jonh68 Almost a great job. You lost some detail in the shirts, that could easy be drawn back in while still losing some of the scratches.

Good Afternoon Jonh68,
Thanks for the comment I never claimed to be perfect, just helpful Thanks again
Enjoy your afternoon
Jim...

Well Done! Very nice work on the resto, and thank you for your gesture, (pay it forward behavior), I get it, and appreciate it.