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Kodak Ektachrome E100 in Seattle: The First Roll on 35mm

Kodak has absolutely knocked it out of the park regarding the re-release of Ektachrome E100 film in 35mm format. I mean, I'm no film shooting veteran and I don't remember what it was like to shoot original versions of some of these films. In fact, this was my first roll of slide film, ever.

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Photo Story: Citizen Keen on 35mm JCH Street Pan 400 Film

I love the mood of these shots. Street Pan turned out to be a great film. I shot it at box speed and had it developed by my good friend Daniel Collins here in Grand Rapids, MI. It's very sharp, very contrasty, and has a decent amount of grain. It's a bit expensive though compared to my usual...

Photo Story: A Tale of a Two Kelly Saturday, Pt. 3

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Photo Story: A Tale of a Two Kelly Saturday, Pt. 3

Kelly Elizabeth Jensen (@kellyelizabethjensen on Instagram) in Heritage Hill District in Grand Rapids, MI on 35mm film.

Photo Story: A Tale of a Two Kelly Saturday, Pt. 2

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Photo Story: A Tale of a Two Kelly Saturday, Pt. 2

Shot with my Nikon F2, in my friend Sy's apartment in Grand Rapids, MI, on 35mm Kodak P3200 (rated for 800, +2 stops). Kelly is as lovely as she is beautiful.

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Roll One: Stephanie and Michael

This is a "Roll One" session for Stephanie and her beau Michael. Downtown Grand Rapids, MI. Portraits. God, I love them. Without further ado...

Shooting Film: Nicholson / Kubrik Style on Medium-Format Pan F Plus 50

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Shooting Film: Nicholson / Kubrik Style on Medium-Format Pan F Plus 50

Grand Rapids photographer Tyler Steimle shoots his first 120 roll of Ilford Pan F Plus 50 film with Scott Baisden on a rooftop, using the Mamiya RZ67. What results is an incredible series in the vein of Jack Nicholson & Stanley Kubrick.

What They Say About Shooting Film is True

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What They Say About Shooting Film is True

Often you hear that shooting film slows you down. Makes you a better photographer. Makes you consider your shot instead of just ripping off a million disposable sets of 1s and 0s. Well, it does.