The Way I See It (Blog)
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Good Times with Ilford SFX 200 B&W Film
April 25, 2017
Oh, Ilford SFX 200, how do I love thee? Let me count the ways
Ok, I’m not going to actually count the ways. Just know that I do love this quasi-infrared black and white film. SFX 200 often comes up in conversations about infrared film and almost just as frequently…
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Because it Matters
April 13, 2017
Art matters. Any questions
This short series of photos features moments from the Rally to Save the Arts, held at New York City Hall, April 3, 2017. It was a good turnout, graced by eloquent speakers, passionate performers, and individuals from all walks of life who care deeply about art…
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One for the Money: Agfa Vista Plus 200
April 8, 2017
Kodak gets all the love: Portra 160 and 400, Ektar 100, Tri-X 400. And if it’s not Kodak, it’s Ilford and Fujifilm that get to bask in the warm glow of film emulsion prestige. Those are indeed big names and they have unquestionably earned their reputations as great film manufacturers…
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Ode to the Olympus XA
April 6, 2017
The Olympus XA is a classic. It is a marvel of minimalist design and, short of a flash sync port or hot shoe, is equipped with everything you need for a day of shooting. Keep in mind that the XA is a 35mm camera first introduced in 1979; that context…
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Head in the Clouds: Visions of a Cloud Covered City
March 31, 2017
I love rainy/foggy/cloudy days in NYC. Most people don’t enjoy dreary weather conditions but I see it as an opportunity to experience the city with an extra layer of visual dynamism. It never gets old.