Kodak Ultramax 400 Review — North Norfolk Coast on Canon EOS 300V, June 2024
By Stephen Paul Young · Film Photography · June 2024 · Updated 2026 A personal review of Kodak Ultramax 400 — shot on a Canon EOS 300V across three North…
Ilford FP4 Plus Review — Long Exposures on Watership Down
By Stephen Paul Young · Ilford FP4 Plus Review · Watership Down, Hampshire Ilford FP4 Plus is one of the great classic black and white films — a medium-speed emulsion…
Lomography Lady Grey 400 Review — Witney Streets and Charlestown Harbour
By Stephen Paul Young · Film Photography · Updated 2026 A personal review of Lomography Lady Grey 400 shot across two locations — Witney in Oxfordshire and Charlestown in Cornwall.…
Capturing the Charm of Mevagissey, Cornwall: A Photographic Journey with the Zenza Bronica ETRSi and Ilford HP5 Film
Nestled along the rugged coastline of Cornwall, Mevagissey stands as a testament to the timeless allure of coastal villages. Its picturesque harbour, lined with colourful fishing boats bobbing gently in…
Ilford Pan F Plus 50 Review — Long Exposure Photography at St Mary’s Church, Silchester
By Stephen Paul Young · Ilford Pan F Plus 50 Review · St Mary's Church, Silchester, Hampshire Ilford Pan F Plus 50 is the slowest film in Ilford's black and…
Canon EOS 300V Review — Shooting Kodak Max 400 in Looe, Cornwall
By Stephen Paul Young · Canon EOS 300V Review · 35mm Film Camera · Looe, Cornwall The Canon EOS 300V is one of those cameras that earns your trust quietly…
Kentmere Film Pan 400 on the Kennet and Avon Canal
In the delicate dance between vintage film and modern technology, my recent photography session along the tranquil Kennet and Avon Canal near Aldermaston Wharf was a captivating exploration. As a…
A DIY Repair for my Bronica Cable Release Woes on the ETRSi
As photographers, we often find ourselves navigating through the challenges of capturing the perfect shot, and sometimes, unexpected obstacles can emerge. In this blog post, I'll share a recent experience…
Hamble-le-Rice
Hamble-le-Rice on Film: A Day Trip with the Canon AE-1 and Ilford HP5+
Location: Hamble-le-Rice, Hampshire · Camera: Canon AE-1 · Film: Ilford HP5+ 400 A day trip through the cobbled lanes and riverside charm of Hamble-le-Rice, photographed in black and white on…
5 Reasons Film Photography Transforms My Creative Journey
Digital vs Film Every time I pack my bag for a photography trip, I'm faced with the perennial decision: do I bring the film camera or not? Film vs digital?…
10 medium format film cameras
Medium Format Film Cameras — 10 of the Best You Can Buy Today
By Stephen Paul Young · Medium Format Film Cameras · A Personal Guide Medium format film photography is one of those commitments that changes the way you see. The larger…
Vintage 35mm Film Cameras
10 Vintage 35mm Film Cameras — A Personal Guide to the Best You Can Buy
By Stephen Paul Young · 10 Vintage 35mm Film Cameras · A Personal Buying Guide Film photography asks something different of you than digital. It asks for patience, deliberation, and…
ilford fp4plus film
Capturing Contrast: A Black and White Journey Through Poole and Cologne on 35mm Ilford FP4Plus Film
In this black and white photographic journey, I delve into the captivating realm of black and white photography as I share the narrative of my lens capturing the nuanced beauty…
Exploring the Beauty of Photography- Embracing the Allure of the Film Camera
Exploring the Beauty of Photography: Embracing the Allure of the Film Camera
Venturing into the captivating realm of photography has been a personal journey, and at the core of this exploration lies my rediscovery of the timeless allure and authenticity found in…
Guide to Black and White Photographic Film
In the ever-evolving landscape of modern photography, where vivid colours and cutting-edge technologies dominate, the allure of black and white photography remains unwavering. It is a timeless art form that…
What Is Film Photography? A Complete Guide in the Digital Age
The growing trend of film photography remains strong among professionals and enthusiasts who appreciate the unique characteristics and tangible nature of this traditional form of image-making. So, What is film photography?
ilford hp5 plus 400 pushed to 800
Ilford HP5 Plus 400 Pushed to 800: A Practical and Creative Guide
Ilford HP5 Plus 400 has earned its reputation not through technical perfection, but through forgiveness. It is a film that tolerates uncertainty, adapts to changing light, and rewards photographers who…
Film Grain in Photography — What It Is, How It Works, and When to Use It
What this covers: What film grain actually is — physically, chemically, and visually — how it differs from digital noise, what controls it, and how to think about it as…
