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Snowdon and the Fujifilm X100 vi
A recent trip up Snowdon felt like a good excuse to take the Fujifilm X100VI out again.
We decided to get to Llanberis early to catch the S1 bus up to Pen-y-Pass and start the climb via the Pyg Track, with us coming back down the Llanberis path and back to the car.
I’ve had the fuji x100vi for 6 months now so this trip felt like a good time to do a longer term review on the camera now that i’ve spent some time with it.
Shooting the Apocalyptic Harman Red
Harman Red is one of those film stocks that immediately catches the eye. Its surreal palette, shifting reds, and harsh tonal contrasts invite you to see the world, not as it is but as something slightly different, a reality warped into something unfamiliar.
What’s in my camera bag 2025 Edition
Let’s get this out of the way: yes, my camera bag in 2025 reads like the “Instagram starter pack” for photographers. Nikon Zf? Tick. Fuji X100VI? Tick. Leica M6? Tick. If I had a roll of Portra permanently loaded and a cup of overpriced coffee in hand, I’d be a walking stereotype.
Portra 160, is it for you?
Kodak Portra 160 has always had a bit of a reputation for being the 'clean' and 'professional' choice in the Portra lineup. Join me as I shameless destroy a roll.
Shooting LomoChrome Purple A Surreal Twist on Everyday Scenes
For those unfamiliar, LomoChrome Purple is a colour-shifting film from Lomography designed to mimic the look of the now-discontinued Kodak Aerochrome infrared film.
Star Trails: How I made this Image
Star trail photography is a captivating way to showcase the movement of the stars across the night sky. While long-exposure techniques can produce in-camera star trails, stacking multiple exposures in Photoshop provides greater control and reduces noise.
The Nikon 50mm Z f/1.8 S
For years, I relied on 35mm and 75mm primes, appreciating the discipline they brought to composition. However, after moving to the Nikon Z system, I went with the 24-120 for flexibility. As with most photographers, GAS got the better of me
Is Social Media Killing Creativity in Photography?
For years, Instagram was the place for photographers. It was a platform where you could share your best work, discover new photographers, and engage with a community that valued the art of image making, not that I ever had much success!
How I edit my Photos (badly):
Editing can seem like a daunting task, and I’ll admit, I often find myself questioning my ability to get it right. Post-processing feels like a mix of art and science, and there are moments when I wonder if my edits truly capture the vision I had when I took the shot.
Portra 400 vs Portra 800
When it comes to film photography, Kodak’s Portra range is a staple for many photographers, celebrated for its exceptional colour rendition and versatility. While both Portra 400 and Portra 800 are often associated with portrait photography, they can also yield stunning results in landscape settings.
Embracing the Versatility of the Nikon 24-120mm f/4 for Travel and Landscape Photography
For the past few years, I’ve been using exclusively 35mm and 75mm prime lenses, Join me as I get started using the Nikon 24 - 120mm f4 lens!
First Impressions: Nikon Zf – A Retro Beauty with Modern Power
After spending quite some time with the Fujifilm X-T5, I found myself longing for the full-frame experience once again. When I stumbled across the Nikon Zf, it felt like the perfect opportunity to make that leap back into the world of full-frame cameras.
First Impressions of my Leica 50mm Elmar-M from 1996
Leica lenses are known for their precision, craftsmanship, and unmistakable character and price! Recently, I had the chance (by staring at eBay for a month) to add a vintage lens to my collection—the Leica 50mm Elmar-M