Against the Grain

2024-05-16

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"The grain in film is something I crave. It adds a layer of truth and rawness." - Wim Wenders “It's like a fingerprint on every image." - Anton Corbijn In this episode, Antonio and Ward dive into some new photography gear and fascinating image-making techniques. Antonio kicks things off by sharing info about the new Fotodiox GFX stitching adapter for 4x5 cameras. He discusses the possibilities of pairing it with his Fujifilm GFX camera for panoramic shots and how he could use this setup for his tree photography at Green-Wood Cemetery. Ward also shares his recent experience photographing the aurora. They ...

"The grain in film is something I crave. It adds a layer of truth and rawness."

- Wim Wenders

“It's like a fingerprint on every image."

- Anton Corbijn

In this episode, Antonio and Ward dive into some new photography gear and fascinating image-making techniques. Antonio kicks things off by sharing info about the new Fotodiox GFX stitching adapter for 4x5 cameras. He discusses the possibilities of pairing it with his Fujifilm GFX camera for panoramic shots and how he could use this setup for his tree photography at Green-Wood Cemetery. Ward also shares his recent experience photographing the aurora. They go over the technical aspects and challenges of aurora photography, with Ward's images showcasing the spectacular natural light show.

The conversation shifts to grain and noise in photography. Antonio and Ward reminisce about their experiences with film grain, comparing it to the digital noise of today's cameras. They discuss how their preferences and techniques have evolved over the years, especially with advancements in digital photography. Antonio explains his fascination with grain as a creative element, while Ward shares his journey of trying to minimize it for cleaner images.

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