Recently long-time FPP listener Ron O’Connor asked, “Do you have guidelines for submitting content (such as a camera review, a unique film shooting experience, how-to, etc.) for the FPP site?” Would you like members to contact you with an idea before we submit content? Yes, before submitting content, please e-mail me at Michael.Raso@FilmPhotographyProject.com Do you have a suggested ... [Read More]
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The 1915 Kodak Vest Pocket Camera (127 Film – What is Sunny 16?)
Michael, I see you have shot with a Kodak Vest Pocket Autographic. I have one that a friend gave to me after he cleaned out his attic and I want to try using film in it. I'm a bit confused as to how to do it. Which film do you use? These are the 127 films I have: - Kodak Kodacolor Gold 200, ISO 200, expired 1989/1990 / Kodak Verichrome Pan, B&W, ISO 125, expired March of 1980 Since ... [Read More]
How to Develop Color Slide Film (E-6) at Home!
DIY! Mat Marrash instructs us how to start processing Color Slide Film (E-6) at home! Read the blog here! ... [Read More]
What is Reciprocity Failure?
Whether you’re using a lower speed film in daylight, trying to maximize your depth of field in a landscape, or just setting up the camera for an exposure at night, sooner or later you’re going to start pushing the limits of your film’s light gathering ability. As light becomes more scarce, the silver halide grains residing in your film will be less uniformly struck by photons, causing a steep drop ... [Read More]
Back to School and in the Darkroom!
Well, it's that time of year again. Schools everywhere are getting back into full swing, and droves of new students are hitting the books and loading up their film cameras. But before rifling through that first roll of film and rushing to get it processed, let's go over the basics of your school's darkroom. This Isn't Your Darkroom You are being privileged with the use of these facilities, ... [Read More]
Shooting Polaroid Sepia in Your Pack Camera
For the past year playing around with pack cameras and even some "Hasselroids" (Hasselblad Polaroids), I've been experimenting with whatever film I could get my hands on. The list is short, but thanks to the folks at Fuji, The Impossible Project, and even here at the FPP Store, the options are plentiful, from color, black and white, and even some specialty films. But above them all, my #1 ... [Read More]