Introduced by Eastman Kodak in 1935 and discontinued in 2010, Kodachrome film became the go-to film for many professional and aspiring photographers alike for its vivid and vibrant color rendition that has forever influenced our view of mid-century America. All development of Kodachrome film as COLOR FILM was discontinued in 2010. Kodachrome movie film can be developed as BW negative. Results ... [Read More]
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Disposing of Photographic Chemistry After Exhaustion
Disposing of Photographic Chemistry Oh it was fun while it lasted but your chemicals are tired, exhausted or just plain dead, so it’s time to properly dispose of them. It not as easy as just dumping them down the drain and walking away. Even though they no longer have the strength to process film they still need to be neutralized and disposed of in a proper manor. First know your localities ... [Read More]
How To Store Your Film – Before and After Processing
This blog outlines proper storage of your film. Remember, it's a guideline for best case scenarios. If you're traveling or storing above these temperatures for short periods of time, don't sweat it...or as we say on The Film Photography Podcast, don't get The Film Sweats! Enjoy shooting, processing, scanning and printing! - Michael Raso Storage and Care of Photographic Materials - Before ... [Read More]
APS Film: The ‘90s Format Meant to Revolutionize Film Photography
APS film (short for “Advanced Photo System”) was marketed as the next big thing in film photography in 1996. An innovative 24mm film, APS was able to deliver sharper images despite its smaller size due to the "information exchange" process in which the camera recorded data directly on the film; this would simplify cropping prints to a desired aspect ratio and potentially could provide ... [Read More]
FPP’s “New” Color Negative Home Development Kit
I have been testing the recently offered FPP's NEW Color Negative Development Kit and have been delighted by its performance. I have found a few differences (with FPP’s previously offered C-41 Color Negative Kit) that I believe make it premium. Here’s why and what is different. FPP's NEW Color Negative Development Kit contains: DEVELOPER - BLEACH - FIXER (Detailed Instruction Sheet included with ... [Read More]
Negative Film vs Reversal (Positive) Film? What’s the Difference?
If you’re just starting out with film photography, whether it be still film or motion picture film, you may find yourself scratching your head whilst shopping: Color positive? Color negative? Slide film? Black and white positive? Black and White Reversal? What does it all mean and which should you shoot? Let’s break down the two big differences in film type to help make that decision a little ... [Read More]