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]
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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]
16mm Film – Double Perf vs Single Perf – What’s the difference??
One of the FPP's most common inquiries regarding 16mm movie film, is “What’s the difference between single perforated (single perf) and double perforated (double perf) film, and which do I need?” An important question no doubt, because while one of these works for all cameras, the other does not! Like all movie film, 16mm film features perforations–the little holes that are punched on the side of ... [Read More]