Stone cross on Pont Saint-Antoine with Château de Clisson in background, cobblestone bridge leading to medieval towers, Canon 6D Mark II 16-35mm

Clisson — A Guilty Pleasure

Clisson on a warm Wednesday in May. The medieval château, the weirs on the Sèvre Nantaise, the old stone bridge with its cross. A familiar town — but this time the film bag stayed at home. Instead: the Canon 6D Mark II, a 16–35mm, a 24–70mm, a 70–300mm, and the nagging question of whether producing this many good images this easily is something to be proud of.

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Black and white photograph of laundry — possibly canoeing gear — drying on a rack in a stone-framed window recess, dramatic shadow arcs sweeping across the wall on either side.

Messing about along the river in Clisson

A 45-minute walk along the river in Clisson with a Canon EOS 500 and a roll of Agfaphoto APX 400. Castles, viaducts, calla lilies, and laundry — what film photography finds when you stop looking too hard and start looking behind you.

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Landscape format black and white photograph on a Nikon FE with Ilford HP5 Plus at 100 ASA, pull processed, scanned on an Opticfilm 8100

The HP5 Plus 100 ASA Experiment: A Happy Accident?

“Accidentally shot HP5 Plus 400 at ISO 100? Discover how this film photography mistake became a happy accident. Learn pull processing techniques, shadow detail retention, and highlight control using Ilfosil 3. See stunning black and white results from a Nikon FE. Your guide to film latitude and overexposure experiments.

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The Opening of the Film Archives—Clisson, September 2016

In this latest film archives installment, we return to Clisson with the familiar Canon AE1 and HP5 Plus from Ilford. Clisson, a town renowned for its Italian-influenced architecture and market, offers picturesque options for exploration. The writer shares a departure from routine, finding serenity and contentment in the charming Quartier St Jacques.

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The Opening of the Film Archives – Clisson May 2016

The article showcases the author’s experience with the Canon AE1 camera and shares colorful photos of the scenic town, Clisson. It highlights the camera’s features and compares the Canon AE-1 and Canon AE-1 Program models. The photos capture the beauty of Clisson’s Italian-style architecture and tranquil river, portraying a peaceful spring scene.

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Sir Foxy Foxalot

Since 2019, I’ve been sharing my thoughts on photography. I’ve also come to appreciate Fox Reviews Rock, who focuses on rock music and heavy metal. Despite my limited knowledge of this genre, I’m participating in an interview. Let me tell you more about Fox: he’s dedicated, has a strong following, and surrounds himself with excellent writers. Visit his impressive blog to learn more.

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Clisson

Have you ever come across the articles named “The 10 Prettiest Villages in France,” “The 10 Prettiest Villages in Yorkshire,” “The 10 Prettiest Villages in Northumberland,” or “Some…

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Merry Christmas to each and every one of you!

Everything is in the title, to be honest. It’s Boxing Day today, therefore the aftermath of Christmas. I hope you all had a peaceful and enjoyable Christmas. I…

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Clisson in Black and White.

Clisson, a quaint French town, transforms into a haven for Heavy Metal fans during the annual Hellfest. The author reminisces about visiting the weekly market, lamenting the inability to frequent it due to work. They spent two hours in Clisson before an impromptu picnic in Nantes. The photos showcase their exploration with different camera lenses.

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