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Pinhole Photography: 4×5 Field Camera Pin-tography

In this article, I share my approach to crafting images with a 4×5 field camera with interchangeable pinholes attached to a dedicated lens board. I’ll explain my rationale for choosing this method over a basic 4×5 box pinhole camera, outlining its pros and cons. Additionally, we’ll explore the offerings from two pinhole makers who provide different design approaches to interchangeable pinholes. I’ll also detail my process for metering the correct exposure, complete with a downloadable 4×5 Pinhole F/Stop & Exposure Factor Chart. Finally, I’ll discuss my preferred film choice and the reasons behind it. Let’s get started.

A Photographer’s Journey: How a Hasselblad Shaped My Career

In the summer of ’85, a chance encounter at KEH Camera Brokers led to the acquisition of a Hasselblad camera that transformed my photography career. From capturing weddings to portraits, this iconic camera became my steadfast companion and a symbol of my artistic dreams. Join me as I recount the story of how a Hasselblad shaped my forty-year journey in the world of photography.

Shading and Enhancing: The Matte Box Advantage

I discovered that a matte box, typically used with DSLR and video cameras, can also be an excellent accessory for other camera types, like panoramic and large-format cameras. Its main job is to control unwanted light from getting into the camera lens and make it easier to use filters.

Film and Digital with Iconic Hasselblad Cameras

Discover how to balance between film and digital photography using two unique Hasselblad cameras from the V system. Explore the intricate dance between classic and contemporary methods in capturing artistic expression.

Exploring 40 Years of Photography, Art, and Knowledge

As photoscapes.com undergoes a transformation from selling prints to sharing information, a seasoned commercial artist and photographer with 40 years of experience offers insights into camera gear, film photography, and upcoming projects.

ALPA CAMERAS

ALPA has become my preferred medium format system in the digital age due to its precision, durability, lightweight design, and versatility. It performs admirably in studio settings with a digital back and in outdoor landscapes with film or digital capture.
Considering the expenses associated with digital backs, lenses, and other accessories, the ALPA system is undoubtedly a high-end investment. Even in the secondary market, ALPA equipment commands significant prices, with certain lenses being particularly rare and challenging to find. Nonetheless, transitioning to the ALPA system was the ideal choice for me, as I was transitioning from primarily using Hasselblad and 4×5″ film cameras to medium format digital. I started with my first ALPA body, the MAX, in 2012, and I have no regrets and would gladly reinvest in the ALPA system if faced with the same circumstances.

Camera Bag Versatility

While assembling my Fuji X-Pro2 (XP2) kit, I began looking for a lightweight bag to store it all in. I wanted the bag to carry my lenses in cases and be easy to work out of from the back of a vehicle. I also use the XP2 in the studio, so the bag had to offer something. Would it be possible to find such a versatile bag?