A Sentimental Journey: Revisiting the amazing world of film photography.
The Featured Image: The B-17 Sentimental Journey is a living piece of aviation history, a beautifully restored Boeing B-17G Flying Fortress that pays homage to the iconic aircraft used during World War II. Operated by the Commemorative Air Force, this majestic bomber is adorned in the striking olive drab and gray livery, complete with authentic nose art and markings reminiscent of its wartime counterparts. Sentimental Journey is not merely a static display but takes to the skies, allowing enthusiasts to experience the roar of its four powerful radial engines and get a taste of what it was like to fly in these historic aircraft. With its aluminum skin, distinctive silhouette, and storied history, the B-17 Sentimental Journey stands as a flying tribute to the brave men and women who served during the war and provides a rare opportunity for aviation enthusiasts to connect with the past.
A Sentimental Journey: Revisiting the amazing world of film photography. Having inaugurated my amazing journey into photography in the mid-fifties, I am quite familiar with the capture and post production of the analog counterpart to digital, the world of film based photography.
Depicted in the photograph above is Arizona’s very own Sentimental Journey. A living piece of aviation history, this beautifully restored Boeing B-17G Flying Fortress pays homage to the iconic aircraft commissioned during World War II. Operated by the Commemorative Air Force, this majestic bomber is adorned with authentic nose art and markings reminiscent of its wartime counterparts.
In a recent visit to the Arizona Wing of the Commemorative Air Force, I captured this iconic piece of wartime history with my Rollieflex 2.8C on Ilford FP4, ASA 125 film. Of note is the richness of tones available with film. And with closer look, (click on the photo) the unique structure of film grain, only available with film. Unique and quality images like this are available upon request, when booking our photographic services. Call (480) 284-5516 to schedule a film portrait session, starting at $495.00
Why Select a Film Photographer: Film photography offers a unique set of advantages that distinguish it from its digital counterparts. A notable advantage is the timeless quality of film, providing a distinct and often nostalgic aesthetic that digital processes struggle to replicate.
Film captures a wider dynamic range, preserving details in highlights and shadows with a richness that adds depth to images. Moreover, film photography encourages a more deliberate and thoughtful approach to composition and exposure, as photographers have a limited number of exposures per roll and no immediate feedback on the captured image.
This analog constraint fosters a heightened sense of craftsmanship and patience, and a honing of the photographer's skill set in the art of visual storytelling.
Expertise in film photography entails a deep understanding of various film types, each with its unique characteristics, as well as a proficiency in manual camera settings such as aperture, shutter speed, an understanding of equivalent ISO settings, and manual focus agility.
Additionally, mastering the intricacies of film development and subsequent printing processes contributes to the overall skill set required for successful film photography, making it a nuanced and rewarding discipline for those who appreciate and seek out the the craft.
Your photographer, David Lloyd Cr. Photog., CPP having an in-depth background with film photography and as a prior photographic equipment engineer, understands the delicate intricacies of film and the cameras designed for film capture.