Rachel and Clare are back once again to talk about events and exhibitions going on around the country, pieces of culture people might be interested in seeing and what they've been up to, including putting on a Photography exhibition in a Bank Vault!โดย Ade, Rachel, Clare, John and Graeme

Hello and welcome back to Grainsplaining! Today I sit down for a chat with my friend Holly @photoxcore_archive* Holly and I have both done some travelling with film recently. In this episode we discuss airport anxiety, the nightmare confusion of xray machines and our tips for travelling with film! But don’t worry, it’s not all doom and gloom, we al…

With apologies for the delay in getting this episode to you (due entirely to Clare looking at dog pictures on the internet), it is with the usual big pile of delight that we bring you 3 of the finest of the current available hosts of the Sunny 16 Podcast for a show full of chat about the Photography show and some interesting new work Clare is getti…

In our second episode of the Grainsplaining from the archives series, Emma talks to Peggy AKA @cameragocamera! Peggy is the legend behind the cameragocamera blog, which has been running since November 2015! Peggy effectively runs her own camera wiki, trying and reviewing cameras, and then sharing them with the film world for us to enjoy. Peggy’s bl…

Hey filmies! Welcome to the first episode from our Grainsplaining from the archives mini series. In this episode Emma talks to Laura, AKA @lauz.cam about her journey with film photography, starting with DIY self portrait shoots at home during lockdown… all the way to working with magazines on paid shoots today! We discuss some tips on self portrait…

On this weeks show we have return visit from the fabulous pusher of film photography frontiers Dave Walker joining us to talk about his recent adventures creating in-camera colour prints using the Pinsta camera, and making black and white into positive prints with a simple procedure that even Graeme wasn't able to totally mess up. You can find Dave…

In this episode, Mandy (@mandyleft) catches up with Emma Lloyd (@emmajlloyd_). They talked about Emma’s experiences with film in Australia since moving there last year. Going on a photowalk with members of the film community in Adelaide, independent labs in Melbourne in general and specifically FilmNeverDie (@filmneverdie), what cameras she took, h…

Hey gang! We are back! In this mini episode Emma is here to update you on life down under, film photography in Australia and an exciting project for International Women’s Day! To celebrate Women’s month, we will be organising a charity print sale under the hashtag #IWDFrameTheGrain. Listen in to find out how you can get involved, or head to our ins…

In this episode, Mandy (@mandyleft) chats with Katie (@darkroomkt). They talked about how Katie first got started with printing and then about how she built her darkroom during lockdown. They talked about printing in colour and with different formats before discussing Katie’s work with photograms and how her process has evolved over the last couple…

On this episode we're delighted to be joined be photographer, printer, exhibitor, gym attendee and all round legend Pete Langman to talk about his recent exhibition, how he handled documenting sensitive subject matter, and where his experiences are leading him next. You can find Pete's website here: https://www.cameraandcoffeecabin.click/ The video…

In this episode, Mandy (@mandyleft) chats with Kris Faulkner (@kristian.faulkner) about the zone system. They talk a little bit about the history and how the system works to help improve your black and white exposures. They talk about Fred Archer, Ansel Adams and John Blakemore as photographers known for using the system. Kris talks about Pinsta ca…

Ring the bells, bang the drums, hoover the cat, it's Cheap Shots Challenge judging time! Rachel and Clare let Graeme out from the producer box he's kept in, and they're joined by the wonderful Val Plichta, English teacher, oft-time photography model/muse for Rachel and the perfect person to judge both the our efforts and the frankly far superior wo…

On 27th of January the world lost a legendary and unique photographer, Brian Griffin. His never ending creativity, off the wall vision and sheer drive to make new and original art left us with a body of work unlike any other, and earned him many plaudits, including Photographer of the Decade for his work in the 1980's. We were lucky enough to be jo…

Back in November 2023, Mandy (@mandyleft) and Alex (@disorganised_film) chatted about Alex's upcoming trip to Japan. On this episode, they catch up to talk about how the trip - Alex's experiences with street portraits, lab development and camera shops. Be sure to follow along with Alex's Instagram and also YouTube for an exciting upcoming giveaway!…

On this show Rachel is joined by the fabulous Billy Sanford to talk about what they've been up to over the festive period, their photography plans and hopes for 2024 and much more - there's plenty to talk about! Get your pictures in for the Cheap Shots Challenge to sunny16podcast@gmail.comโดย Ade, Rachel, Clare, John and Graeme

In this episode, Mandy (@mandyleft) sits down with Ali (@stiffpigeons), Charlotte (@char.lottefilm) and Susie (@susiejonesband) to talk about their upcoming exhibition (@recollections.exhibition). The exhibition will be at SHOP in Preston for 3 weekends in February 2024 starting on the 10th. They talk about how the exhibition came about and some of…

In this episode Mandy chats with Ray Liu and Alex Bridge about the OnlyFilms collective's recent experience attending Paris Photo Fair and the Instant Art Exhibition that coincides with the fair. Ray shares some of the story of his journey with Polaroid. Mandy talks about her recent experience attending a printing workshop with Rachel Brewster-Wrig…

On this weeks episode Rachel and Clare delve into mail from the community, discuss how to approach getting your work into galleries, Rachel's new Afghan camera and much more. Don't forget to get working on your Cheap Shots entries, the theme this time out is "Literature" Links: Application to take part in "Ambiguous" zine: https://forms.gle/yhToPds…

It's a real treat this week to be able to share with you all the frankly brilliant news that Harman Labs, the people who already bring you all of your favourite Ilford and Kentmere films, papers etc, are launching a brand new made from the ground up colour film for the first time ever at their factory in Mobberley! Matt and Michelle join Rachel and…

Thank you to everyone who has chatted with me during the music and photography podcast series. And thank you to everyone who has listened along. Theme song “Timeless” courtesy of Mike Gutterman at mikegutterman.bandcamp.com Get in touch with Sunny 16 at sunny16presents@gmail.com Ilford’s “In Focus” interview with John Whitmore - https://www.ilfordp…

On this weeks show Rach and Clare return to catch us up on all they've been up to and to talk about the delights and difficulties of shooting over the gloomy months of winter and offer their suggestions on how to make the best of the grey months. Big shoutout to everyone's favourite Sunbeam Billy Sanford who's crazy rock and roll lifestyle finally …

On this, the penultimate episode, Graeme and Billy chat about some of the themes that emerged over the course of the series, how the series came about and reflect a bit on John Whitmore. Here are a few of the references that came up in the conversation - The Backing Paper episode (Backing Paper September 2020) where Graeme reviewed Billy's music-th…

In this episode, Mandy (@mandyleft) sits down for a chat with Alex Bridge (@disorganised_film) about his ongoing project and experiences with photography in Japan. Here are some of the camera shops mentioned: Okawa Camera - Dev shop kyoto https://maps.app.goo.gl/P5Yb2Sy4qH6Rp6gv6 Yellow Jacket - Dev shop Tokyo https://maps.google.com/?cid=277117931…

More fabulous folks from the Analogue Spotlight event in Nottingham. Thanks to everyone who gave up their time to talk to us on a busy day. Alecia and Dan from Lensfayre: https://www.lensfayre.com/ Molly : https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2HlJ1U76_QmtECCGuRIG7Q https://www.instagram.com/eclectachrome/?hl=en Naomi from Intrepid Cameras: https://int…

Welcome to Tips, Tricks and Traps. A podcast series to help others learn from my own misguided and wayward journey through the wonders of film photography. What's special about me? Nothing, I'm just an average sort of amatuer photographer - looking to share experiences and thoughts about our fantastic shared passion, learn from and snigger at failu…

In this episode we've got the first part of our coverage from the Analogue Spotlight event which took place in Nottingham a few weeks ago. Part 2 will follow shortly, but for now you can tune in to hear from: Paul Mckay from https://analoguewonderland.co.uk/ Peter from This is How I Roll Film https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/Thisishowirollfilm?ref=l2-a…

In this episode, Mandy talks with Nelson and Peter about ECN-2 film - shooting, printing and developing it. They discuss the cinematic qualities of the film, halation, remjet, filters, how to rate it in different situations and opportunities to shoot it in 120. They talk about recent projects like Oppenheimer and Euphoria that used Kodak cinema fil…

It's a new day at Sunny 16 Towers as Rachel and Clare take the wheel of the good ship (which is also a tower) Sunny 16 onwards to exciting new waters full of analogue photography goodness. On this weeks show they discuss all they've been up to lately, from running workshops to taking part in exhibitions, Holga week 2023, the upcoming Analogue Spotl…

Peter Langman returns with a conversation with Sammie who was the subject of his recent exhibition “Frames of Mind” which focused on mental health. Peter on IG: @cameraandcoffeecabin Website: https://www.cameraandcoffeecabin.click Peter on Flickr: https://www.flickr.com/photos/cameraandcoffeecabin/ Get in touch at sunny16presents@gmail.com Music us…

Leonard can be found playing solo or with Three Dollar Voodoo in Central Alabama. Outro - "Mississippi Cypress Tree" by Leonard Watkins Theme song "Timeless" courtesy of Mike Gutterman at mikegutterman.bandcamp.com Get in touch with Sunny 16 at sunny16presents@gmail.com The show on IG: @musicandphotographypodcast The show on Twitter: @musicnphotopo…

Welcome to the OnlyFilms podcast! In this pilot episode, @mandyleft presents @onlyfilmsproject and sets the tone of this new series of podcasts. The main topic of this episode will be “fast developers”, but there is also information about events, projects on film… And don’t miss the PACS (Pleasing Analogue Camera Sounds) in this episode! We hope yo…

Advice: Be careful whose advice you buy, but be patient with those who supply it - Baz Luhrmann Sam Knight returns with his second installment of Tips, Tricks and Traps. He talks about the competitive nature of photography in the world at large and the feedback we may receive from others. He uses his experience as the only film shooter in his local…

Sunny 16 is back from its summer break! The whole gang are here, refreshed from the break and with stories to share. And we have some announcements too on how the show is moving forward. Some things mentioned in the show: Analogue Spotlight event Artdoc Gallery The 12.12 project Polaroid i2 camera Enjoy the conversation and then join in on the Sunn…

Eric on Instagram: @conspiracy.of.cartographers Isolated bass track to Duran Duran’s Rio: https://youtu.be/Hr3HCNIgv40?si=9-t0txIOfw_txoZT Crispin Glover - “These Boots Are Made for Walking”: https://open.spotify.com/track/6zHKNeJzzvKt21P0h7BUlg?si=647cb7461d3948a1 The whole playlist of songs from All Through A Lens: https://open.spotify.com/playli…

Billy and Graeme discuss 3 years of the feed, some of the recent episodes and a few upcoming community events. Then Billy chats with Bill Thoo about his On Location episode about Astro Photography and challenging himself in photography. You can get in touch with John-Michael at Jm.mendizza@gmail.com On IG: @jmmendizza Holga Week https://holgaweek.c…

Ade returns to the show after a slew of fantastic guests filled in for him during his trip. There was some discussion about the conversations that John-Michael had with the guests, as well as his most recent shoot where he incorporated some of the ideas they inspired. This is the last show of the mini-series, but if there is enough public outcry, t…

Jake on IG: @jakerosephoto The music documentary series we referenced is on Netflix and is called ReMastered. The series includes episodes on Robert Johnson, Sam Cooke, Jam Master Jay, Bob Marley, Johnny Cash, The Miami Showband Massacre, Victor Jara and the history behind “The Lion Sleeps Tonight” how it evolved from an original tune by Solomon Li…

Flickr https://www.flickr.com/photos/bathuk/ IG ifleming Weston Master V http://www.westonmeter.org.uk/westonfive.htm Weston Euro-Master http://www.westonmeter.org.uk/westoneu.html Gossen Luna-Pro http://www.jollinger.com/photo/meters/meters/gossen_lunapro.html Gossen Luna Pro SBC http://jollinger.com/photo/meters/meters/gossen_lunaprosbc.html Goss…

This time on the Lighting Lounge, John-Michael is joined by Vancouver based Fashion and portrait photographer Yvonne Hanson. They discuss a whole bunch of different topics, including Yvonne’s use of specialty films, photographing back stage at fashion shows and of course a bit about lighting. Yvonne also has a great YouTube channel, where she also …

In this episode Emma talks to her long time film photography bestie, OG #sheheartsfilm member and legend of the analogue community- Amanda Izquierdo AKA Mandyleft. We chat all about the joys of film photography, and how Mandy fell in love with this amazing hobby (that has quickly taken over her calendar). Listen in to learn all about the marvelous …

Art's website: https://artmeripol.com/ Art on IG: @ameripol US Civil Right's Trail website: https://civilrightstrail.com/ Some of Art's concert photography: https://rockpaperphoto.com/search?type=article%2Cpage%2Cproduct&q=art*+meripol* Recent 35mmc articles: On Horseman Technical camera: https://www.35mmc.com/05/04/2023/horseman-convertible-discov…

Welcome to Tips, Tricks and Traps. A podcast series to help others learn from my own misguided and wayward journey through the wonders of film photography. What's special about me? Nothing, I'm just an average sort of amatuer photographer - looking to share experiences and thoughts about our fantastic shared passion, learn from and snigger at failu…

After a slightly rocky start where John-Michael’s geography knowledge (or lack of it) is revealed, a wonderful discussion with the fantastic Jake Hicks follows. Jake has a very distinctive style to his images, using ample amounts of color in very controlled ways. A couple of his images are discussed later in the show, so hop over to discord, or You…

Alex is back! In this episode we cover some of the Grainsplaining classics such as the pressures of being a woman and why we use film etc. Then we delve into a hot new topic- AI! Join us for a chat about this new technology and the impact it will have on the hobby we love. Check out our instagram to see what AI churned out to our interesting prompt…

Johnny's Links: IG: @johnnymartyrphoto Twitter: @Johnny_martyr Website: https://johnnymartyr.wordpress.com/ Weddings: https://www.martyrandleephotography.com/ 35mmc article about his experience photographing Louise Post: https://www.35mmc.com/07/08/2023/louise-post-a-shutterbug-the-importance-of-tangible-things/ Theme song "Timeless" by Mike Gutter…

In this long overdue episode Emma sits down for a chat with Nikki Layton aka @thenegativecameraclub on instagram and one of the co-founders of Grain Gurls. We chat about a plethora of topics, covering topics we are both passionate about- women in film! We cover women and beauty standards, balancing creativity with our passion projects, creating a s…

This week we have a special guest… a man known well to the Sunny 16 community, co host of the smash hit podcast “I Dream of Cameras”, fashion and portrait photographer Gabe Sachs joins the show for a discussion about his portraits and lighting practices. A couple of his images are discussed later in the show, so hop over to discord, or YouTube to s…

Andre on IG: @andre.on.film CineStill on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CineStillFilm The CineStill Sounds playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3jNVuyeRCiA5CQP7JAxg52?si=2348922cfd2a4c69 One of the places Andre goes to discover new music is KEXP: https://www.youtube.com/@kexp Andre grew up listening to traditional Brazilian mus…

On this episode, John-Michael is joined by East Texas based Photographer, YouTuber and community darkroom founder Jamie Maldonado! Buckle up for a long and in-depth conversation about how Jamie looks for light, adds to it, and works with his models to create a mood for the image. A couple of his images are discussed later in the show, so hop over t…

Stephen on IG: @kosmofoto Stephen on Twitter: @kosmofoto Stephen on Flickr - https://www.flickr.com/photos/stephendowling/with/53018298687/ Stephen on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kosmofoto/featured Kosmo Foto website: https://kosmofoto.com Cameraburo: https://kosmofoto.com/shop/cameraburo/ Submit a blog post for the site: https://kosmofoto.co…