Thanks again for taking another look. I really appreciate the time.
Crop off the things that are outside of what you consider the image
Everything I wanted cropped out has been in my original image. This was the intended final image composition.
That last screen shows something that looks like a reflection
All four crops in my previous post illustrate different versions of the same issue, which is also evident in the full-size image.
Check the negative with a loupe, don’t scan!
I can confirm these issues are not visible on the negative through a loop. This is also not the only negative I’ve scanned with my setup that shows similar issues.
I also own a Plustek Opticfilm 7500i. I have scanned the same negative, and the issue does not appear in it either. Hense this is likely either my setup or post-processing of my RAW files.
Scan again: Hold the negative against a lit white paper (far away) and use a different lens
I do have a 7artisans macro and will give this a go when I get a chance.
Heavy handed changes are good to show issues. Tread lightly instead!
Oh, for sure, this was only for illustrative purposes.
Please post an image of your setup.
Scanning gear, lighting etc. are completely out of NLPs control
The issue is not exclusive to NLP. As previously stated, it appears in my Lightroom / NLP process and using Camera RAW / Photoshop.
Thanks again for taking a look. Really appreciate all feedback.