Using Front Tilt For 4x5 Camera Portraits
I’ve been taking a deep dive lately into using the 4×5 camera for more and more portrait and figure work. In particular my Wista 45DX. For this particular image, I did some experimenting with front lens tilt to really fine tune the look I wanted in the final image.
Photo Sessions Away From Home
Nearly a decade ago now, I went through a phase where I spent ninety percent of my time away from home, traveling up and down the west coast of the United States. It was both thrilling and exhausting and I did a lot of photo sessions during that time. Every so often I like to revisit the results.
Driftwood At The End Of The World
It’s always a wonderful experience to get to the end of an incredibly long hike and to find a natural monument at the end. In this case I was in Southern Oregon exploring the dunes when the trail led me to a massive piece of driftwood washed up along the Pacific shoreline.
A Nude With Fallen Trees
Walking through the woods and finding a patch of long fallen trees provided a great backdrop for a few figure studies over the summer. The twisted shapes and rough textures contrasted perfecting with the human form.
Expired Film On A Silent Beach
I used to work with expired film a lot. That was of course back in the day when a roll of expired film cost about fifty cents. At that price is was worth the risk of making an image with unpredictable imperfections. Sometimes the risk paid off, sometimes it didn’t.
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.
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.
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.