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Today I’m sharing a peek at something that feels completely new (and a little nostalgic) for me: loading an ILFORD black-and-white film into a classic camera. 📷🖤
This shoot began as a simple conversation between Mon (our cameraman) and me about our next project. We wanted portraits with real contrast, depth, and a timeless feel. The answer? Film. No filters, no retouching, just raw images developed from film to digital exactly as they are.
Working with film has become my new obsession. In a world where photos can be edited in seconds, I’m learning to slow down, to experiment, and to show who I really am. This is the start of my self-learning journey into film photography — exploring, making mistakes, and loving every moment.
What do you think of the timeless look of black-and-white film? Would you try it yourself?
🖤 Film vs Digital – A Different Kind of Intimacy 🖤
For this shoot I decided to compare two worlds:
🎞️ Nikon FM2 + PAN 400 film
📸 Nikon D750 (Digital)
What you’re seeing here is the same session, captured on both mediums. The grain, tones and softness of PAN 400 create a completely different mood than the crispness of digital. There’s no retouching, no filters — just the raw outcome of each camera.
This project started from a simple idea: to document a private, unposed moment and see how film and digital translate it. The result surprised me. Film gave me something unique and one-of-a-kind, while digital gave me clarity and detail. Together they tell a story that feels honest and timeless.
I’m learning that film slows me down and forces me to think about every frame, while digital lets me experiment instantly. Both are teaching me new ways of seeing.
Which look speaks to you more — the grainy feel of film or the crispness of digital?
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