Ep. 9: A Mobile Darkroom Project

Lina Bessonova’s carefully executed and documented experiment: sending undeveloped films through airport scanners. Most people have heard the advice to get a hand check as of 400 ISO, but what about the new scanners? And are slower films really safe? Lina shares her results, and also her experiences with both helpful and aggressive airport staff. Your hosts: Charys Schuler and Marwan El-Mozayen from Silvergrain Classics magazine (https://silvergrainclassics.com/en) Lina Bessanova, photographer, printer and lecturer (https://www.linabessonova.photography)

Marwan and Lina look back on the analog photo year 2023 in this episode. Among other things, they talk about new films, the situation at Adox, the Widelux project and much more. If you want to listen to the episode with Peter Rasenberger from Tetenal again, it's episode 3, and the interview about the new Kodak Super8 camera was in episode 8. Your hosts: Marwan El-Mozayen from Silvergrain Classics magazine (https://silvergrainclassics.com/en) Lina Bessanova, photographer, printer and lecturer (https://www.linabessonova.photography)

Marwan El Mozayen and Charys Schuler are guests instead of hosts this time around, as new team member Lina Bessanova interviews them about the Widelux Revival Project. Along with Oscar™-winner Jeff Bridges and his wife Susan, the pair behind SilvergrainClassics magazine have founded a new company to bring back the iconic panoramic film camera. Get the scoop straight from the horses’ mouths! You can find more about the Widelux Project at https://silvergrainclassics.com/en/widelux/widelux-camera-project-updates Your host: Lina Bessanova, photographer, printer and lecturer (https://www.linabessonova.photography)

Wet plate collodion portrait photographer Markus Hofstätter is our guest in this episode. He creates particularly individual, intimate portraits by collaborating closely with the persons he portrays. This human aspect is especially important to him despite all the virtuosity necessary to create wet plate collodion images. We were also interested in Markus' view of current developments in the field of AI. Join us in this podcast for an exciting conversation about the present and future of photography. Markus online: mhaustria.com patreon.mhaustria.com youtube.com/mhaustria instagram.com/mhaustria flipboard.com/@mhaustria facebook.com/mhaustria mastodon.art/@[email protected] Your hosts: Marwan El-Mozayen from Silvergrain Classics magazine (https://silvergrainclassics.com/en) Erik Schlicksbier, photographer (https://www.schlicksbier.com) and host of the German language Studio Kreativkommune podcast (https://studio.kreativkommune.org/podcast).

We speak to photographer Tom Klein about his exciting book project, Transatlantic. A transatlantic voyage by ship has inspired many masterpieces of literature, especially when it was the only form of travel to distant continents. Tom’s book is very different from a classic travelogue, taking us on a wonderful journey through time. Tom is stickler for authentic detail and gives us a peek behind the scenes of his work, from cameras to film to authentic costumes. Tom online: www.tomklein.photo // https://www.Instagram.com/tomklein.photo You can order his book here: https://tomklein.photo/produkt/bildband-transatlantic Alex Mendham's website: www.alexmendham.com Allison Young (singer): https://www.instagram.com/allisonyoung.xo/ and as analog photographer: https://www.instagram.com/allisonyoung.jpeg/ Your hosts: Marwan El-Mozayen from Silvergrain Classics magazine (https://silvergrainclassics.com/en) Erik Schlicksbier, photographer (https://www.schlicksbier.com) and host of the German language Studio Kreativkommune podcast (https://studio.kreativkommune.org/podcast).

With a great passion for film photography and design, Dan Rubin has become an influential figure in the industry, with over half a million Instagram followers. But more than a content creator, Dan is a renowned photographer, educator, and creative director whose love for analog photography began in the early 2000s. His expertise extends beyond the lens, as he shares his knowledge through workshops, lectures, and as an author, making him a sought-after mentor for aspiring photographers. A dedicated advocate of film photography, Dan understands the importance of preserving the traditional craft in a rapidly evolving digital age. He brings a unique perspective to the podcast, covering topics such as the enduring appeal of analog photography, the art of film, and the creative process, but he's also no stranger to topics surrounding the market side of film-based photography. Join us as we dive into the world of analog photography with Dan Rubin. Dan Rubin is an esteemed guest whose insights and experiences will inspire both seasoned film fans and novices alike. Once again, look forward to an insightful and, most importantly, multi-faceted conversation that will reignite your passion for the timeless art of capturing moments on film.   Dan Rubin online: Homepage: https://danrubin.is Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danrubin   The German speaking podcast episode about typewriters: https://www.viel-schoenes-dabei.de/podcast/schreibmaschinen-sind-nicht-die-vergangenheit-sie-sind-die-zukunft Your hosts: Marwan El-Mozayen from Silvergrain Classics magazine (https://silvergrainclassics.com/en) Jürgen Schmied (https://www.schmied.be) Erik Schlicksbier, photographer (https://www.schlicksbier.com) and host of the German language Studio Kreativkommune podcast (https://studio.kreativkommune.org/podcast).

“Good photography strikes the heart of the beholder and leaves him changed.” — Irving Penn Jan Schlegel often quotes the statement above, and the sentiment is at the heart of his work. Jan is a master photographer and printer whose extended travels over decades as a photographer have led to series of art prints which capture the essence of people and animals in remarkable ways. He has spent literally years perfecting each process in his repertoire, from silver gelatin to platinum to salt printing. Jan Schlegel online: https://www.janschlegel.photography Jan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/janschlegel Your hosts: Charys Schuler and Marwan El-Mozayen from Silvergrain Classics magazine (https://silvergrainclassics.com/en) Jürgen Schmied (https://www.schmied.be)

Bryan Ciminelli is a high school art teacher in New York. He and his students are sharing their passion for film photography by demonstrating darkroom techniques in a unique way — a mobile darkroom! With a small budget but a lot of enthusiasm and creativity, Bryan built a safe, foldable darkroom enclosure with 3 square meters (32 sq feet) of workspace and a red, see-through window for curious observers. This has helped spread an interest in film photography beyond the walls of the school. Bryan shared his love of analog workflows and the joys of working with teenagers who are experiencing film as a means of self-expression as well as a valuable part of their curriculum. The Jericho Photography program @ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cim.photo Your hosts: Charys Schuler and Marwan El-Mozayen from Silvergrain Classics magazine (https://silvergrainclassics.com/en) Erik Schlicksbier, photographer (https://www.schlicksbier.com) and host of the German language Studio Kreativkommune podcast (https://studio.kreativkommune.org/podcast).

Super 8 has been declared dead time and again since its birth in the mid-60s. Despite all the obituaries, it has survived countless analog and digital video formats. Much more, it is the format for creative filmmakers worldwide. Today we discuss with Holger C. Schwaerzel the Worldwide Product Manager / Super8 at Eastman Kodak Company about this wonderful almost immortal film format. Holger has been with Kodak since 1997, and after the company’s realignment, he was specifically entrusted with the mission of pushing analog motion picture film in Super8. Currently, no one should have more insight into the current worldwide status of this wonderful format than him. Looking forward to a really great talk with a real insider where the topic of Super8 as format is been discussed! Shownotes: Kodak Motion Pictore: https://www.kodak.com/go/motion Your hosts: Charys Schuler and Marwan El-Mozayen from Silvergrain Classics magazine (https://silvergrainclassics.com/en) Erik Schlicksbier, photographer (https://www.schlicksbier.com) and host of the German language Studio Kreativkommune podcast (https://studio.kreativkommune.org/podcast).

If it’s a mechanical camera and it’s broken, Oleg can fix it! With the same spirit that sent Soviets into space, he repairs cameras of the era by understanding them from the inside out. Although he has many books, he doesn’t necessarily go by them if that would mean giving up due to lack of a specific part or tool. Oleg’s culture is one we aren’t often in touch with—it expresses its love and pride not through surface enthusiasm, but through deeply felt pauses and stories of a lifetime spent in fascination. *This episode is edited more than usual due to technical difficulties during recording. You can contact Oleg about a repair or buy a perfectly serviced Soviet camera here: https://www.okvintagecamera.com Your hosts: Charys Schuler and Marwan El-Mozayen from Silvergrain Classics magazine (https://silvergrainclassics.com/en) Erik Schlicksbier, photographer (https://www.schlicksbier.com) and host of the German language Studio Kreativkommune podcast (https://studio.kreativkommune.org/podcast).