My Nikon FE—bought from my HR director—has accompanied me from Nantes’ cobbled streets to Lourdes and the Pyrénées mountains. This 1978 aperture-priority SLR rewards deliberate, unhurried photography. With its tactile dials, viewfinder aperture display, and M90 battery-free mode, it’s the perfect companion for film shooters who value feel over function.
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My son seems to use the word “vibe” in a lot of situations. And for once, that word encapsulates exactly how I feel at this very moment. I’m…
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It’s of course Bastille Day here in France so you have to imagine the pace of life in a 2CV, in first gear, driving along a farm track,…
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When does Happy Birthday become Happy Not Dead Yet Day? Is there a cut-off age for birthdays, or should men become like women and become just 21 again? …
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After the success of my review of the Fuji Film X100F, I am excited to introduce you to another fantastic camera. If you’re not a tech-savvy person, don’t…
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The author shares photos taken with Kodak Portra film in Nantes and expresses admiration for the film’s quality. They describe the film’s attributes and its use in photography, particularly in capturing portraits and street scenes. The post also includes links to further resources about Kodak Portra.
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The Mamiya C220, a Twin Lens Reflex (TLR) camera, is the favorite of its owner for several reasons. Its clear viewfinder allows for easy use without glasses, it sparks conversations, and offers exceptional depth of field. Its medium format and vintage appeal make it a unique and exciting tool for photography.
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If you’re still here then it means that you’re still alive and not dead from Covid 19, or the light beer virus for those in the know, which…
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Now I realise that this title might sound like the beginning of a series of posts that will have even more episodes than the Avengers film franchise, or…
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