A playful studio experiment comparing Kodak TMAX 100 and Ektapan 100 turns into a thoughtful exploration of perception, post processing, and how photographers interpret black and white film.
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NEGATIVE SUPPLY
Camera scanning film with Negative Supply tools: light source, carriers, and workflow insights for efficient digitizing of 35mm, 120, and 4×5 film.
HASSELBLAD FILM & DIGITAL CAMERAS
Discover Hasselblad—renowned for modular design, durability, and exceptional image quality in both film and digital medium format photography.
The Post Shoot: Classic Pet Portraits on Film
Classic pet portraiture on film: Hasselblad 501CM, TMAX 100, and 510 Pyro developer, with Joey the Tiger showing his regal personality in the studio.
Shooting Panatomic-X from 1966: One Roll, One Storm, One Orchid
How I shot 1966-expired Kodak Panatomic-X in a stormy studio session, capturing printable frames, vintage charm, and a soft-focus orchid I adore.
Hand-Coloring 4×5 Film: Capturing Micanopy’s Timeless Charm
Hand-coloring 4×5 film brings Micanopy’s charm to life. From large-format photography to Photoshop colorization, discover the art behind the image.
Twelve Plus Two
What a curious title, “Twelve Plus Two,” for this image, wouldn’t you agree? Learn how I turned a 4×5 black & white negative into a unique colored palette of my choosing.
Adapting to Change: Shooting 120 Film in Hasselblad A24 Magazines
This article reviews two rolls of 120 film shot in succession in Hasselblad A12 and A24 film magazines with a 501CM camera and CF 135 lens and Vario-Tube.
Digitizing Film Part 3: APS-C, Lightroom, Film Storage, more
I have been digitizing my film at the kitchen table with my very capable Kaiser RS 2 XA Copy Stand, Fujifilm X-Pro3, and Skier Sunray Copy Box. I have learned a few things from doing this and felt it was time for an update.
Digitizing Film Part 1: Equipment, Cameras, Macro Lenses & Copy Stands
Learn about cameras, macro lenses, copy stands, light sources, and film carrier systems used for digitizing film and camera scanning workflows. A practical long-term guide based on real-world experience.
Hand-Colored Black & White Photography
A creative blend of analog and digital—each 4×5 film image hand-colored in Photoshop, bridging photography, painting, and imagination.
