Top 10 Techniques for Better Photos by Jen Golay
Ten years ago, I took one of the last darkroom photography courses offered at a local community college, and it is one of my all-time favorite...
Six Composition Tips when Shooting Square Format by James Baturin
The square image has grown in popularity with the advent of Instagram, but in the film world square format has been around for a long long time....
Five Things Always in My Camera Bag when Shooting Film by Samantha Stortecky
Hello friends, I'm back with another fun post! With summer winding down and autumn right around the corner, there are many opportunities...
The Benefits of Traveling with Minimal Gear and How to Do It by Jennifer Stamps
Buying, acquiring, and enjoying new (or new to you) gear isn’t uncommon. There are thousands of cameras out there, and they are all...
Tips for Buying Your First Film Camera by Jen Golay
You’ve mastered your digital camera, and now you’re looking for a new photography challenge. Or you’ve seen all of these...
A Guide to the Film Camera Repair Process and Camera Diagnostics by Ryan Jones
It is April, 2021. The world is irreparably changed by global events far beyond your control. You’ve been stuck at home with your parents...
Understanding Medium Format vs 35mm Lenses and Equivalent Focal Lengths by James Baturin
Making the switch from 35mm to medium format film involves a bit of an overhaul in the way you think about lens focal lengths. For me, when suddenly a 50mm...
Five Tips for Shooting Film at Night by Sara Johansen
Shooting film at night can be incredibly intimidating, and to be honest, I didn't even think it was possible to do without a tripod. But with these five tips...
4 Tips For Creating Interesting Portraits by John Adams III
Making a portrait is relatively easy to do and anything can generally be considered a portrait. However, photographing a portrait that’s creative and interesting...
What is a Rangefinder? And is It the Right Film Camera for You? By Jen Golay
Rangefinders, particularly Leicas, have almost a cult-like following. In some circles, shooting with a rangefinder is a status symbol, not only due to the cost...
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