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21/11/2025

Half serious. Half fun. 100% Fujifilm.
Fujifilm did something wild with the X-Half… it’s digital, it’s analog-inspired, it shoots vertical by default — and it completely changes how you see.
This is my full breakdown of Fujifilm’s most creative compact camera yet.
In this video, I dig into the X-Half’s 1-inch sensor, its Film Mode “digital roll” system, the swipe-based interface, the focus tools, and its super simple still/video design. I also show how the X-Half app “develops” your photos and why this camera is perfect for creators, storytellers, and anyone who wants a camera that makes photography feel fun again.
If you’re curious about Fujifilm colors, fun filters, vertical video, or the charm of a compact that dares to be different — the X-Half is worth a look, and this video covers everything you need to know.

The Fujifilm X-Half is the most fun camera Fujifilm has made in years — half serious, half fun, and 100% different.This video breaks down what makes this com...

14/11/2025

How Every Camera Creates a Different Experience
Ever notice how picking up a different camera changes the way you shoot — and even the way you see?
In this video, I talk about why I love going out with a camera, sometimes with a purpose, sometimes with none at all, and how the tool in your hands shapes your experience just as much as the photos you make.

Ever notice how picking up a different camera changes the way you shoot — and even the way you see?In this video, I talk about why I love going out with a ca...

07/11/2025

The Nikon FM3A — The Only True Hybrid Camera Ever Made

In 2001, when the world was going digital, Nikon did something remarkable.
They built a camera that could shoot every shutter speed mechanically — no batteries needed — yet also offer full aperture-priority automation when powered.
No other camera, before or since, has done it.
This is the story of Nikon’s last great love letter to film — the FM3A.
🎥 Watch the full video to see why this camera still stands alone.

The Nikon FM3A might just be the most advanced mechanical 35mm SLR ever made — and the last of its kind.Released in 2001, when the world had already gone dig...

31/10/2025

The Camera Upgrades That Changed Everything for Me

Some camera upgrades don’t just make your photos a little better — they change everything.
Every photographer has those milestone cameras — the ones that unlock new creative possibilities and redefine what’s possible behind the lens.

In this video, I look back at the five cameras that shaped my photographic journey — from my first serious Nikon film camera to the cutting-edge mirrorless Z9. Each upgrade wasn’t about chasing specs — it was about what each camera allowed me to do that I couldn’t do before.

Some camera upgrades don’t just make your photos a little better — they change everything.Every photographer has those milestone cameras — the ones that unlo...

18/10/2025

The Most Fun You Can Have in the Darkroom (Without a Negative)

In this video, I’m heading back into the darkroom—not with film negatives, but with photograms!
If you're new to analog photography, photograms are a magical way to explore the darkroom without even needing a camera. And if you’re a seasoned film photographer, they’re a fun and creatively freeing way to reconnect with the basics: light, shadow, and the unexpected.
I’ll show you how to make photograms using found objects, explore what happens when you play with motion and time, and even share a fun “found object challenge” you can try at home.

In this video, I’m heading back into the darkroom—not with film negatives, but with photograms!If you're new to analog photography, photograms are a magical ...

12/10/2025

Old Photos, New Stories: A Better Way to Preserve Family Memories
Old photos have power. They unlock memories, stories, and moments that would otherwise fade away. In this video, I share a simple, effective way to capture those stories as you look through old slides or prints with a loved one.
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Old photos have power. They unlock memories, stories, and moments that would otherwise fade away. In this video, I share a simple, effective way to capture t...

04/10/2025

Infrared DSLR Secrets: The ONE Setting You Must Know
Infrared photography looks magical — but only if you know the trick. In this video, I reveal the one DSLR setting that makes IR exposures consistent, simple, and stunning every time.
Whether you’re just starting out or have already converted a DSLR to infrared, this quick and simple adjustment will save you hours of frustration and give you the confidence to capture surreal black-and-white landscapes or dreamy false-color shots.

Infrared photography looks magical — but only if you know the trick. In this video, I reveal the one DSLR setting that makes IR exposures consistent, simple,...

26/09/2025

5 Things I Love & 5 Things I Hate About the Instax Wide Evo

The Fujifilm Instax Wide Evo makes bigger prints and packs in new features — but it’s also slower and more frustrating than the Mini Evo.

In this video, I share 5 things I love and 5 things I hate about Fujifilm’s latest hybrid instant camera, so you can decide if it’s worth it.

The Instax Wide Evo is Fujifilm’s latest hybrid instant camera — bigger prints, more megapixels, and new features. But it’s also slower, less refined, and in...

15/09/2025

Ultra-Wide to Telephoto… With Just a Pinhole Camera

I built a set of pinhole cameras from tin cans, and each one acts like a different lens — wide angle, normal, and telephoto. In this video, I show how they work, what the images look like, and how I turn the paper negatives into positives in the darkroom. A fun mix of DIY, science, and old-school photography!

What if you could create wide angle, normal, and telephoto images… all without a lens? In this video, I’ll show you how I built a set of pinhole cameras from...

30/08/2025

Film photography is already expensive — so why waste a single frame? In this video, I’ll show you the essential film photography tool you’ve never heard of that can completely change the way you shoot: the film leader extractor.

https://youtu.be/5vpJFQgI7zE

Film photography is already expensive — so why waste a single frame? In this video, I’ll show you the essential film photography tool you’ve never heard of t...

23/08/2025

My very first film SLR was the Nikon F801s, and the lessons I learned with it still shape how I shoot today. In this video, I share what film photography taught me — from experimenting with settings and light, to learning flash, to developing a creative eye. The difference is, with digital cameras you can learn those same lessons faster and with more freedom. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to grow as a photographer, these timeless ideas can help you get the most from your camera.

My very first SLR camera was the Nikon F801s (also known as the N8008s in some countries). Back then, I didn’t have YouTube tutorials, online reviews, or ins...

16/08/2025

In a digital world of instant images, film photography teaches patience, intention, and the art of truly seeing. Join me as I guide the next generation through shooting, developing, and printing their own film photographs — and share how you can pass on the gift of film, even without a darkroom.

In this video, I share the process we use, the lessons learned along the way, and tips for anyone who wants to pass the love of film to a younger generation ...

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