The high altar of the Cathédrale Saint-Pierre-et-Saint-Paul in Nantes, photographed on a Nikon FE with Ilford HP5 Plus 400, black and white 35mm film

Waiting for the Light: Reclaiming the Cathedral with Ilford HP5+

Ian’s contemplative journey through Nantes’ Saint-Pierre Cathedral, captured on Ilford HP5 Plus film with a Nikon FE. This black and white photography essay explores reclaiming sacred space from municipal spectacle, celebrating grain, silence, and winter light. A meditation on film photography as spiritual practice and architectural reverence in France’s historic cathedrals.

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A Photography Philosophy – Part II – Why Do We Photograph?

In “A Photography Philosophy – Part II,” explore the profound reasons we pick up cameras. Discover how photography transcends mere documentation, allowing us to tell stories, evoke emotions, and find therapy. Delve into the significance of capturing meaningful moments and the beauty of visual storytelling in our modern image-saturated world.

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