Blog: Film Photography

Most Common EV Value

March 18, 2026   |   My photography metadata helped me answer a simple question.

I Did Not Buy a Leica, Part Two

October 2, 2025   |   A recent experience with a Voigtlander Vito II folding camera confirmed that owning a Leica rangefinder is not for me.

I Did Not Buy a Leica, Part One

October 2, 2025   |   Sometimes a good photography book is worth a lot more than a nice camera.

Nikon F in Diamonds Are Forever

July 15, 2025   |   I spotted something fresh in a movie I’ve seen countless times.

Time in the Darkroom

May 29, 2025   |   On a recent trip to Portland, I got some meaningful experience making prints, and I ended up fundamentally reevaluating my photographic practice as a result.

The Moon on April 3, 2025, Part Two: Film Version

April 9, 2025   |   As much as I love working with film, there are times when digital photography delivers more.

Slower or Faster Film Speeds?

March 30, 2025   |   Which film speed to use on a regular basis?

First Rolls of Film Developed at Home

March 29, 2025   |   I finally took the plunge and assembled a home film developing kit.

Introduction to Darkroom Printing

February 14, 2025   |   A PDX Photo League event hosted by Franklin Foto in Portland gave me an opportunity to work in a darkroom for the first time in quite a while.

105mm f/2.5 Non-AI Nikkor, Take Three

January 29, 2025   |   I was finally successful obtaining a good example of this legendary portrait lens.