{"id":448116,"date":"2020-01-23T08:00:45","date_gmt":"2020-01-23T13:00:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.lightstalking.com\/?p=448116"},"modified":"2022-12-09T21:28:46","modified_gmt":"2022-12-10T02:28:46","slug":"x-ray-photography","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lightstalking.com\/x-ray-photography\/","title":{"rendered":"X-Ray Photography"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

X-ray photography is very alluring because it reveals a hidden\nreality that the human eye can't see. Unlike infrared and ultraviolet\nphotography, it can\u2019t be done with a camera \u2013 you need to have a permission to use\nsomeone\u2019s x-ray machine. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

We\u2019re going to cover a couple of most important facts about\nx-ray photography so that you can explore it safely! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Finding X-Ray Machines<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Where to find x-ray machines? Bear in mind that various doctors always have this kind of equipment \u2013 you have to find a way to get a permission to use it and the machine should have the proper voltage setting. For instance, if you want to photograph flowers, the x-ray machine required to image the plant material should have a voltage setting between 10 and 40 kilovolts (KV). <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Many x-ray machines have a minimum voltage setting of 60 KV, so it might take some time to find the ideal one. The machines that are designed to take images of soft tissue are usually the best choice, such as mammography units.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Photo by Owen Beard<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Safety First<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Working with x-ray machines poses serious health risks. If you\u2019re not protected, this type of radiation can cause damage to the thyroid, skin, reproductive tissues, and so on. That\u2019s why the patients are always covered with lead-lined aprons \u2013 these heavy pads prevent damage to sensitive parts of the body.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Since you\u2019re not a patient and the machine beeps a few seconds\nbefore the picture is taken, you don\u2019t have to wear an apron \u2013 you can simply\nleave the room. A wall between you and the x-ray machine will protect you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Photo by Matthew Schwartz<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Using The Proper Technique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The only way to find the ideal settings is through trial and\nerror. Since x-ray photography isn\u2019t that popular, it\u2019s hard to find any\nprecise guidelines. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The flower photograph<\/a> below was taken with an exposure of between 24 and 29 KV. In addition to voltage, you will also have to choose the proper value of electric charge (in miliamps). The value of 4 milliamps was used for the image below, but you might need to change it if you\u2019re shooting a different kind of flower or maybe an entirely different object, such as a seashell. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Make sure the x-rays are able to penetrate the petals and leaves of flower and make it look translucent. The delicate look of flowers photographed by x-ray machines is truly ravishing! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Photo by Cadop<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Ideal Subjects For X-Ray Photography<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

You can experiment with different types of flowers, such as roses, orchids and lilies. In addition to flowers, you can also try various fruits, such as papaya or pineapple. Mushrooms make a wonderful choice too. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You don\u2019t have to limit yourself to plants \u2013 you can try to obtain interesting x-ray imagery of seashells, seahorses and even taxidermy mounts of larger animals. Bear in mind that bones can look truly dramatic in high contrast b&w imagery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Photo by Matthew Schwartz<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Post-Processing X-Ray Photographs <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The images that come out of an x-ray machine are called DICOM files. DICOM is used worldwide to store, exchange, and transmit medical images but you can convert such files into TIF or PSD in Photoshop and treat them just like regular photographs. Once you convert your DICOM images into files you can edit in Photoshop, you can leave them as grayscale photos but you can also get creative and colorize them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In case you decide to colorize them, make sure to experiment with different blend modes found in the layers palette. If you want to stick to classic B&W look, you can try to use the invert command in Photoshop and reverse the light and dark tones. Sometimes the inverse version of your image will look more powerful than the original one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

One thing is certain – you\u2019ll be able to produce stunning x-ray images after practicing for a while!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Photo by Matthew Schwartz<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

To learn more about x-ray, infrared and ultraviolet photography, check out the links below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Further Reading:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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  1. How To Shoot Infrared Photography<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. 16 Remarkable Infrared Photos<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. 4 Crazy Photography Techniques That You Probably Didn\u2019t Know About<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  4. Getting Started With UV Photography<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  5. X-Ray Photos Of Flowers<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  6. Nick Veasey: X-Ray Photography<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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