There’s a photography blog I keep coming back to, and I want to tell you about it. Monochromia is a collective — photographers from Chicago, Nuremberg, Rome, Washington D.C., and a village on the Nile, all posting one black and white image at a time with barely a word of explanation. I contribute the occasional shot from France, which makes me biased. It also makes me a better photographer.
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A roll of 100 ASA in the Pentax ME Super, finished in the Forêt de Grasla. Frogs, toads, a wolf spider, and a stopped-down lens. Film photography in the Vendée, April 2026.
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An orchestra at lunch: documenting the Symphonique des bords de Loire’s communal meal before rehearsal. Shot on Pentax ME Super with Fomapan 100, these fine-grain black and white images capture community, food, and the calm before the musical work begins. Part 1 of 3.
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Discover the key differences between the Pentax ME Super and Fujifilm X100F in this in-depth comparison. Explore how film photography on Kodak Portra 160 stacks up against Fujifilm’s Classic Chrome simulation. Learn about lenses, focusing methods, and shooting experiences as these iconic cameras capture the beauty of Northumberland.
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Good evening Dear Reader. You may have noticed, and then again, you may not have noticed, that I have created a couple of new pages. Instead of adding…
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In this article, the author shares their approach to street photography in the city of Nantes, drawing parallels to their hometown. They describe their favorite spots, encounters on the streets, choice of camera and film, and offer tips for aspiring street photographers. The essence of Nantes is beautifully captured through their lens, encouraging others to explore their own cities.
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In the bustling city of Nantes, the Jardin de Plantes offers a serene escape. With a vintage camera and Kentmere 100 film in hand, the author and their niece explored the garden’s art, nature, and tranquility. This timeless experience captured the beauty of the present and the nostalgia of the past, blending modernity with classic photography.
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This was a photowalk through Nantes with the Pentax ME Super, first loaded with Rollei RPX 100 and then Fomapan 100, taking in some of the sculptures and…
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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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Why the Pentax ME Super remains a perfect first film camera: simple, reliable, and full of soul — even in 2026.
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I have a friend here who said that I am always contradicting myself and that it isn’t logical and how can I say two things at the same…
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My Dear Reader, welcome to yet another article where I will try to find something interesting or witty to tell you. I have neglected you over August, but…
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