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The Musings of a Photographer


How to Choose Film for Your Camera
A guide to choosing the right film stock for your camera, covering speed, grain, colour vs black and white, and matching film to subject.

Michael Elliott
Feb 7, 20249 min read


Developing Film at Home: A Step-by-Step Guide
A complete step-by-step guide to developing black and white film at home, from equipment to technique.

Michael Elliott
Jan 31, 202411 min read


The Exposure Triangle
How aperture, shutter speed, and ISO work together to control exposure in film photography. A beginner's guide.

Michael Elliott
Jan 29, 20249 min read


Picking out The Right Modern Wall Art
How to choose wall art that complements your space. Considerations for size, style, colour, and placement.

Michael Elliott
Jan 26, 20247 min read


Medium Format Photography: A Deeper Look
What makes medium format film photography special: the cameras, the workflow, the image quality, and whether it's worth the investment.

Michael Elliott
Jan 24, 20247 min read


The Best 35mm Film Cameras
A curated selection of the best 35mm film cameras available, from budget-friendly gems to professional-grade bodies.

Michael Elliott
Jan 17, 20249 min read


A Guide to Photographic Printing: Giclée, Digital C-Type, and Silver Gelatin Prints
Comparing three methods of photographic printing: giclée, digital C-type, and traditional silver gelatin. Which suits your work?
Paul McKenzie
Jan 10, 20249 min read


How to Shoot Expired Film: A Complete Guide
Everything you need to know about shooting expired film: how to choose it, compensate for age, and get the best results.
Paul McKenzie
Jan 3, 202411 min read


Did Film Ever Really Disappear?
Why the 'film comeback' narrative is misleading. Film never fully disappeared, but it remains more fragile than nostalgia suggests.

Michael Elliott
Dec 27, 20238 min read


Remembering Kodak Plus-X Pan Film
A retrospective on Kodak Plus-X Pan, the beloved ISO 125 black and white film discontinued in 2011.

Michael Elliott
Dec 20, 20235 min read


The Top 50 Film Photography Blogs
A curated list of the best film photography blogs and websites for inspiration, reviews, and community.

Michael Elliott
Dec 13, 202310 min read


The Top Medium Format Film Cameras
The best medium format film cameras for photographers at every level, from accessible entry points to professional workhorses.

Michael Elliott
Dec 6, 202313 min read


The Contax G1 Review - Expensive Luxury, or Essential Kit?
A thorough review of the Contax G1 rangefinder: build quality, autofocus, Zeiss optics, and whether it justifies the price.

Michael Elliott
Nov 29, 202311 min read


Grain is Good, Right? Fujifilm Neopan 1600 Review
A review of expired Fujifilm Neopan 1600 shot at EI 400. Sample images, development notes, and comparisons.

Michael Elliott
Nov 22, 20234 min read


Film Photography: A Guide for Beginners and Enthusiasts
Film photography is a wonderful and rewarding hobby that can enrich your life and creativity and captures the world in a unique way.

Michael Elliott
Nov 15, 202315 min read


Make Your Own Black and White Developer
In this new series of blog posts, I will take you through how to compound your own black and white developer formulae from raw chemicals.

Michael Elliott
Nov 8, 20236 min read


Review: Lomography Lomochrome Turquoise
Michael Elliott exhibits some sample shots taken on Lomography Lomochrome Turquoise film and reviews this funky, fun emulsion.

Michael Elliott
Nov 3, 20236 min read


Still Life Photography: The Joy and the Challenge
Still life photography: How to create artistic images with everyday objects. Learn from Michael Elliott’s tips and tricks.

Michael Elliott
Nov 1, 20237 min read


A Versatile and Balanced Colour Film: Fujifilm Pro 160NS Review
Fujifilm Pro 160NS is a discontinued, professional-quality, high-speed, daylight-type, fine-grain, colour negative film.

Michael Elliott
Oct 30, 202310 min read


Film Processing in London: A Guide for Film Enthusiasts
You might be wondering where to get your precious rolls developed and scanned in London. There are several options to choose from.

Michael Elliott
Oct 27, 20237 min read
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