Ice Fishing

Ice Fishing is a specialized tool for photographers working with wet‑plate collodion on tin. It guides you through each stage—from coating the plate to washing—using a single large button to advance to the next step. The app shows the current phase in a colour‑coded bar that drains as the time runs out. The timing for each phase follows the Ostermans’ manual and Coffer’s field notes, and you can adjust exposure settings such as aperture and light conditions. It calculates the required exposure time and indicates the change in light‑gathering power. When you set a new aperture, the app reads the stop against the base and displays the multiplier and adjusted exposure time. Audible beeps mark each second and a double beep signals when the plate is capped, allowing you to keep track without looking at the screen. Every plate you process is logged with the wet time, temperature, and final result. A daily chart summarises which plates exceeded the target drying time, helping you review and improve your workflow. All content is included in the app and works completely offline. With Ice Fishing, your favorites, notes, progress, and personal data are stored only on your device, with no registration, accounts, or cloud synchronization required.