How to push and pull film at home
Film is remarkably flexible. Here’s a quick guide on how to develop film that’s been over or underexposed when the light changes.
Developing
Everything to do with the film development process. From guides on the different types of developers to agitation, edge effects, fixer types, chemical storage, and more!
Are liquid or powder film developers better?
There is a large variety of available film developers. One of the big questions is whether to choose a liquid or powder film developer. Here’s why I usually stick with liquid concentrates.
How do I load a 35mm film camera? And 12 common questions answered
A list of the most common questions new film photographers have when loading and unloading their first rolls of film, with helpful gifs!
The Internet’s Simplest Guide to Developing B&W Film at Home
The perfect guide for anyone getting into film photography. This short and simple guide goes over what you need in every step of the process.
How to load plastic Paterson reels without ruining your film
The first question after buying a Paterson developing tank is how to load these things. Here’s what I’ve learned from using plastic reels.
Paterson Developing Tank review: are they worth buying?
Paterson developing tanks have incredible value and will serve most photographers throughout their entire film photography career. Here’s why.
Everything Scientists Know about Making Negatives Last Generations
Most commercial film will start to degrade within 40 years. Here’s everything we know about making film last as long as possible.
Do I need to use a stop bath when developing or printing film?
In most cases, it’s necessary to use a stop bath when developing film and prints to maintain the integrity of the fixer solution.
Create more consistent results when shooting film with these 10 tips
Consistency is key when shooting, developing, and scanning film. Learn the simple steps to get the most out of every roll of film.
Here’s Why You Should Wear Gloves when Handling Film
Wearing gloves is important for protecting your hands from the development chemicals, and your negatives from the oils on your fingers.