Nudes With 4x5 Film
I always feel a little intimidated to work with large format 4×5 film and people. When working with the nude in particular, there is a pressure to work quickly, which goes against the ethos of large format, a medium that rewards patience and taking your time.
Color Film In The Summer Sun
I don’t work with color film nearly as often as I should. This is especially true in the summer months here in Oregon when we have glorious blue skies and warm colors everywhere you look. It’s a perfect combination for film stocks like Kodak Ektar.
Using The Hasselblad SWC In Small Spaces
The Hasselblad SWC can be the perfect camera when working in tight spaces. In this case it was a tiny balcony overlooking the Chinatown district in Portland.
A Sliver Of Forest Light
Working with black and white film can be incredibly challenging on bright sunny days in thick forest settings. Light values get quite extreme, from very bright highlights to deep shadows. It takes some very careful metering to get. good negative.
Morning Fog On Film
Photographing the morning fog with one of my favorite people to collaborate with. There is something magical in the fog. The way it absorbs the sound of the camera shutter and makes everything seem so peaceful and still. Truly one of my favorite environments to capture on film.
Causal Nudity With The Rolleiflex TLR
Sometimes you start the day not intending to make any photographs. It feels a little bit special when you end the day having made an image that you are quite fond of.
Star Trails With Black & White Film
I’ve done a few experiments with star trail photography on black and white film. I wouldn’t say any of my attempts have been one hundred percent successful, but I also plan on trying again in the near future.
The Oregon Garden
A visit to the Oregon Garden on a beautiful spring afternoon of course led to a very quick photo session while nobody was looking. It wasn’t a situation where the model and I could take our time, but we made a rather spectacular image anyway.
Kodak Portra With Some Lens Flare
Working with Kodak Portra color film on a very warm summer day. I love working with color negative film. There is a nice blend of grain and grit to it while also showing off fantastic details, especially when working with medium format film.
Slower Speed 35mm Film (Rollei RPX 25)
I don’t often work with slow speed film, though I probably should. Working with Rollei RPX 25 produces brilliant results on 35mm film. It can be tough to keep the contrast under control, but when well exposed I really just can’t fault the results.