Adventures in Photography! [Film photographer]
I have been making photos, what seems to be, my whole life! I started with a Kodak Instamatic 100! I was 12 years old and the camera was my best and most favorite gift that Christmas!!
My next camera was a 35mm Minolta X-G7. I became seriously interested in shooting portraits with my x-G7. I would drag family and friends in front of my camera, positioning them next to a bright lamp, streetlight, or directly in the sun! I still have this camera! It is in perfect working order!
Some time during the early 2000′s, I switched to shooting with a digital camera. I shot in the “P” mode and most of my subjects looked good, except the ‘red eye’ from the built in flash!! When Canon introduced the 5D, I was amazed by the beautiful imagery and ability to shoot in low light! I started my business with the Canon 5D. My business grew (thank you!!) and when the Canon 5d MK II was available, I added it to inventory! I am now shooting with the Canon 5D MK III and cannot wait for the next version! The colors, contrast, spot on focusing and low light capabilities make this camera a dream to use!
In 2011 I stumbled upon a film shooter, his name is Jonathan Canlas. If you are interested in portrait photography, Jon is a master at capturing real moments for families! His personality is larger than life; funny, smart, deliberate, sweet and super talented. As I mentioned in a previous post, I attended Jon’s ‘Film is not Dead’ workshop. Shooting with the Contax 645 is a zen experience! Shooting film slows down the process of making a portrait. Film produces soft, beautiful colors, you cannot achieve with a digital camera. The Contax 645 is heavy, it is a dream to hold and I am happy when it is in my hands! Below are some images from I shot while with the beast:




























by ann gordon
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