Wonderful day yesterday in London. Although some of the examples left me cold in the Sony Award exhibition; there was also show stealing work by Zed Nelson, Todd Antony and of course: Joel Meyerowitz. And then there was his brilliant talk and book signing.
One week away from World Pinhole Day
Join me and Toby for a pinhole walk in the midlands.
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I would love to step in side fully. My grandfather worked at the London dry plate company when it was bought by Ilford. As a photographer and darkroom printer I would dearly love to come and see that family legacy with my own eyes.
Been a great couple of days—lots of positivity around my work and projects.
- Tomorrow’s ‘Almost in Focus’ podcast is already getting strong interest from the preview, online at 8.30 uk time
- The first batch of my book is nearly sold out. Really appreciate all the messages—more stock coming soon.
It was an enjoyable 2 weeks taking the opportunity to do something photographic for me everyday. Back to the day job now so I’m taking this target off myself so it doesn’t become a chore or a source of stress.
“A film a day keeps the doctor away”
Day 16
Not masses today as been dealing with post holiday chaos, but:
- Finished editing this week’s ALMOST IN FOCUS podcast (due out Wednesday)
- made some contact sheets from last week’s films
“A film a day keeps the doctor away”
Day 15
Processed the last of the 35mm and 4x5 film used over the last week. Some negatives drying that I am VERY excited to print from
“A film a day keeps the doctor away”
Day 14
On the drive home we stopped a roadside cafe for breakfast. It was a step into the 1970s of design but with modern food quality. Amazing. Had to grab my camera and photograph some of the interior
“A film a day keeps the doctor away”
Day 13
Went to a seal sanctuary today. Lots of fun doing abstracts on Leica Monopan of seals underwater. Also photographed some fishing boats and processed some 4x5 colour negs
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“A film a day keeps the doctor away”
Day 12
Not much today. Did a 4x5 colour landscape of the caravan park and then some 35mm at the beach.
“A film a day keeps the doctor away”
Day 11
Went to the Eden Project today. Beautiful weather and made a 4x5 silver-print while sitting in the playground after an ice cream.
Full video on my instagram
“A film a day keeps the doctor away”
Day 10
Down in Cornwall for a few days. Making the most of the clear skies and minimal light pollution
“A film a day keeps the doctor away”
Day 9
Off for a few photographic days this week so today has been a prep day. It’s about time I used this Fuji 4x5 colour film from the fridge
“A film a day keeps the doctor away”
Day 8
Been seeing some friends today so not much photographic time but did do some scanning this morning
“A film a day keeps the doctor away”
Day 7
Some 4x5 film processing and testing out the platypus in comparison to the older wooden drying stand.
“A film a day keeps the doctor away”
Day 6
Some more video editing today in between other jobs. Also a trip to Analogue Wonderland to pick up some film. Currently I am testing some pinhole 4x5 plant studies.
“A film a day keeps the doctor away”
Day 5
Yesterday was video editing from our Ago on the Go video, and recording a podcast episode with guest: Paul Clements.
“A film a day keeps the doctor away”
Day 4
Today met up with best mate and Almost In Focus cohost; Toby. We photographed, we filmed, we planned. We then developed the film from the day on the pub table over a pint of Guinness. Full film coming to our YouTube as soon as we can
“A film a day keeps the doctor away”
Day 3
Nothing big today but preparing for something more extravagant tomorrow.
Today I mixed some fresh C41 chemistry ready for tomorrow.
A film A Day Keeps the Doctor Away”
Day 2 - Sunday 29th March
Coffee meet up with some analogue friends. The iced tea was lovely
“A film a day keeps the doctor away” Day 1 (Saturday 28th)
Studio portraits of my daughter and python on @ilfordphoto.com SFX200 - chosen for its heightened red sensitivity to relate to the python’s infrared heat sensing pits.
In essence my plan for the next 2 weeks off work: a film a day keeps the doctor away.
Now that’s not to say I will rush through a roll of film every day - that would be expensive, but it is an intention to do something photographic every day.
Today: photographing my python with Ilford SFX
I was made aware about shipping issues on my website for my new book. Think I have things now resolved - sorry e-commerce is a new world for me! If problems persist please get in touch and we can do a back transfer or PayPal for your order
New podcast episode out now - and now in video!
Don’t forget to follow Almost In Focus on YouTube.
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It was great to be part of the photography show yesterday. I was completely blown away away by the amount of interest in my talk - full house and people sitting on the floor along the side! Also Toby and I did lots of interviews for next podcast episode (coming Wednesday). Thanks if you came by!
Look, I'm just sayin' 👀
From L-R:
🩵 Sure, why not, I'm game for anything 🤷♀️
💙 Just in case I manage a spot of #FP4Party -ing
❤️ Destined to be roll 23 of my ongoing project
...& a hint to our good friends at AW that they need to get over here!
#BelieveInFilm
@ilfordphoto.com @harmanphoto.co.uk
Also old prints, contact sheets and test strips are great when cut up and put into keyrings
Does anyone have suggestions of photographic/art book retailers that would maybe be interested in stocking my darkroom book?