Discover the surreal beauty of Big Talbot Island through infrared photography. Explore Boneyard Beach and uncover a world unseen by the naked eye.
Infrared Photography at Big Talbot Island: Magic in Monochrome
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Why Pet Portraits Matter: Rusty Rocket
A timeless pet portrait captured on Polaroid Type 55 film—a story of trust, resilience, and the unbreakable bond between a photographer and her rescue dog.
What Darwin Saw: My First Steps into Digital Photography
My Nikon D200 debut in the Galápagos taught me invaluable lessons: prepare before traveling with new gear. Mistakes can lead to exceptional images like What Darwin Saw.
Snapshot
As I sat on the sailboat’s deck, my eyes fixed on the horizon where the ocean’s deep blue met the sky.
St. George Island Bridge
Discover the captivating experience of capturing a the beauty of the St. George Island bridge.
The Art of Pre-Visualization in Landscape Photography
In this article, I share the previsualization technique that guides me to where I need to set up the camera.
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.
FUJIFILM CAMERAS & FILM
Learn about the Fujifilm APS-C system, including the X-Pro, X100, and X-E2 cameras, Neopan Acros black-and-white film, and Instax film options. Explore the features, lenses, and accessories that make Fujifilm a favorite choice for photographers.
Black & White Film Developing: Stand, Semi-Stand, Standard
This article is about how I process black-and-white films. I choose to hand process my 4×5, 120, and the occasional 135 films. Here, I will share the processing equipment I have used and what I have been using for the past decade.
FOTOMAN CAMERAS
Explore the world of Fotoman 617 cameras and gear in this comprehensive guide, covering everything from camera specs to DIY accessories. Discover the beauty of panoramic film photography with the iconic Fotoman 617 and Fujinon SW 90/8 lens.
FILM + PROCESS
Explore the world of film photography with a detailed look at different film formats, darkroom tools, and film processing equipment. From favorite testing films to preferred film formats, this article delves into the author’s experiences and preferences in the realm of film photography.
SINAR NORMA
Carl Hans Koch created the Sinar Norma view camera in 1947 from his garage in Switzerland. Norma does not represent a famous female or a family member but the German word for “normal.” It means “standard,” as in a basic view camera kit [source]. The Norma was in production until 1969. It is a simple, precise, elegant modular camera system that would become the worldwide benchmark for large-format monorail view camera systems. The Norma is my choice for studio work, even in the digital age. It was not always this way, as I have owned monorail cameras designed specifically for digital, but I love the classic design of the Norma and the Sinar P2. I may acquire a P2 someday, but until then, it is Norma for me.