The Phoenix Film Revival Podcast

With only a few years of experience with film photography under his belt, Jace LeRoy, AKA @analog_astronaut has come a long way in his exploration of film photography. Harnessing the power of the sun, Jace makes sure to get the right exposure in every shot with the help of his light meter. 

We chat about his beginnings and what he's been up to with his photography.

Be sure to give him a follow and snag one of his prints!
https://www.instagram.com/analog_astronaut/

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We are back for another season of The Phoenix Film Revival Podcast! And what better way to start it off than to hear from various film photographers in the Phoenix community?!

On Sunday, January 28th we hosted our first film photography meetup of the year and had over 90 people come out to celebrate. Stacy and I opened up the lab to hang out and connect with the community. Our friend Aaron Markus (@8amfilms) came through to DJ in the back courtyard. Stacy coordinated a photo scavenger hunt along Grand Ave. I put together a slideshow with photos from various photographers and Tonissa helped check everyone in for the giveaway. 

We also wanted to hear from the community and let folks hop on the podcast for a few minutes to share what camera they brought, what film they were shooting and what their film goals are for 2024.

Special thanks to our guest for joining us!
Be sure to follow them on Instagram.
https://www.instagram.com/variablevacancy/
https://www.instagram.com/devoncadams/
https://www.instagram.com/kobe.ojeda/
https://www.instagram.com/ascholfield66/
https://www.instagram.com/emile_eich150/
https://www.instagram.com/slimsnapped/
https://www.instagram.com/aidanjeephotography/
https://www.instagram.com/longtimeryan/
https://www.instagram.com/faunivore/
https://www.instagram.com/lucindaguarderas/

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Cruising the US in his Buick, Nolan has been around the block taking pictures along the way. He joined us all the way from Ohio to chat film and his experiences along the way. Most folks now a days equate Polaroid or instant film with Instax or this new version of what Polaroid has become while Nolan still shoots the OG pack film better known peel apart. 

We get a glimpse into who Nolan is and what he's been up to the last few years. 

Visit him on Instagram!
https://www.instagram.com/nolaroid.film/

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The Southwest and Large Format, name a better duo! I'll wait. 

We had the pleasure chatting with Ryan about his escapades of shooting 4x5 in the sunny Southwest.  He's also a fellow developer and takes to handling his film through the entire process. 

Be sure to give Ryan a follow on Instagram!
https://www.instagram.com/celestron_swanson/

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Frank Thorp V is a journalist and correspondent known for his work with NBC News. He's been involved in covering various political events at Capitol Hill and the White House. Thorp is recognized for his insightful reporting and analysis on political matters and has been a prominent figure in the realm of political journalism.

Did we mention, he also shoot film? From disposable to large format, Franks got the news covered in our favorite format, film!

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https://www.instagram.com/frankthorpv/

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Frederick Scott Archer was an English sculptor and photographer credited with inventing the wet plate collodion process, a significant advancement in 19th-century photography. This process involved coating glass plates with a light-sensitive collodion solution, enhancing the efficiency of photography.

Mathew Brady, an American photographer, is renowned as the "father of photojournalism" for documenting the American Civil War. His extensive collection of images captured the war's people and events, providing a crucial visual record.

Both Archer and Brady played pivotal roles in shaping the early history of photography through their innovative techniques and impactful visual storytelling.

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For the gentleman who need no introduction, Ryan Casillas.

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https://www.instagram.com/ryanquesadilla/

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Weegee, whose real name was Arthur Fellig, was a renowned American photographer and photojournalist. He gained fame in the mid-20th century for his gritty and often shocking black-and-white photographs of crime scenes, accidents, and urban life in New York City. Weegee's work was characterized by its raw and unflinching portrayal of the city's underbelly, capturing the harsh realities of crime, poverty, and everyday life. His distinctive style and ability to be on the scene quickly earned him a reputation as a pioneering street photographer and a significant figure in the history of documentary photography.

So why not contact him as well as a few other deceased photographers via the Oujia board? Stacy, Tonissa, Dave and I attempt to contact some spirits for this episode and share some spooky photography related themes. 

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The average life of a roll of film often ends as soon as the images are scanned into digital files and are discarded never to be handled by the photographer again. Heck, up until the last few years, Walgreens and CVS would develop your film and wouldn't even offer to return your negatives as it was seen as an unnecessary cost in handling. 

Sadly, many film photographers are not informed or educated on the value of retaining their negatives. From the art of make traditional darkroom prints to the ability to rescan at higher resolutions, there are plenty of reason to hang onto these little bits of magical plastic. 

Along comes The Film Hound, a small business run by Jonathon Kohn. Focused on the preservation of film, their goal is to help keep these rolls out of the landfill and instead, neatly tucked away in binders to live out the rest of their lives in a comfortable climate controlled binder until they are needed again. 

Follow The Film Hound on Instagram!
https://www.instagram.com/thefilmhound/

Don't forget to visit their site as well.
https://www.thefilmhound.com/

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Henry Fox Talbot was a British scientist and inventor who is best known for his pioneering work in the field of photography. He is credited with inventing the "calotype" or "talbotype" process, which was an early photographic method using paper negatives. This innovation laid the foundation for modern photography, as it allowed multiple positive prints to be produced from a single negative, unlike earlier methods. Talbot's contributions to the development of photography established him as one of the key figures in the history of this art form.

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After being a long time follower on Instagram, we finally got to chat with Liz Potter. From silver gelatin prints, to emulsion lifts, to hand colored prints, Liz does it all. Working with a mix of different cameras, techniques and holding a degree in journalism, Liz captures the life of the American Southwest in the small town of Alpine, Texas. A true artist to her craft!

Give her a follow on Instagram.
https://www.instagram.com/lizpotterphotography/

Be sure to check out her online shop.
https://www.lizpotterphotography.com/

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In continuing our research on the history of photography, Stacy fills us in on the life of Louis Daguerre. Credited with inventing one of the first forms of photography, Daguerre would go down in history as a scientist who brought the worlds attention to this new concept.

Using iodine, mercury vapor and a highly polished silver plate, Daguerre was able to not only capture an image but keep it from disappearing. This would springboard the development and bring photography to the masses. Not only was Daguerre an inventor, he also created many details diorammas and was a phenominal painter and sculpter of light. 

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When he exposes himself to film, the silver grains blush. Light has only once traveled the speed of Matt. He can develop a negative back into a latent image. He is the most interesting Matt in the world.

 
All jokes aside, it was nice catching up with Matt Beaty from Hidden Light in Flagstaff, Arizona. He fills us in on the alluring process of platinum palladium printing as well as what he's got going on if the lab. From film processing, to printing and framing, Matt's got you covered on all your fine art photographic needs. Next time you cruise through Flagstaff be sure to stop in and chat with Matt.

 
See what Matt's up to on Instagram.
https://www.instagram.com/mattbeaty/

Other links mentioned in the podcast.
https://monochromegallery.com/
https://hiddenlightllc.com/
https://theframingdepartment.com/
https://www.youtube.com/@HiddenLight

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Stacy took a deep dive to learn more about the first photograph and the father of photography, Nicéphore Niépce. She shares her findings to provide a much better understanding of where photography got it's start. We also share some updates about upcoming events and how to can participate. 

If you are in Phoenix and are interested in taking a workshop at Phoenix Film Revival, visit this link to check our schedule and signup!
https://phxfilmrevival.as.me/

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Andrew Pielage is a renowned American architectural photographer known for his exceptional talent in capturing the beauty and essence of architectural marvels. His passion for photography and architecture led him to embark on a journey to document the iconic buildings and structures of Frank Lloyd Wright. Andrew's work is characterized by his keen eye for detail and composition, which allows him to reveal the unique character and history of each architectural subject. He has received critical acclaim for his photography exhibitions and publications, which showcase his ability to transform buildings into visual narratives. Andrew Pielage's dedication to preserving architectural heritage through his artistry has made him a respected figure in the world of architectural photography.

We got a chance to catch up with him on his current projects and share in announcing the opening of the Brill Gallery and Studio, a new photography gallery in downtown Phoenix. Be sure to RSVP to the opening on September 22nd, 2023.

RSVP to Monsoon Show
https://www.apizm.com/brill-gallery-and-studio-about

Visit Andew's Website
https://www.apizm.com/

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https://www.instagram.com/apielage/

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Our good friend and new neighbor, Tonissa, came over to record with us and help share some updates about the new podcast format. Not only are we switching to a weekly schedule, we will also be sharing our research in photography along the way. We plan to rotate between hosting guests and chatting between our selves about our discoveries in photography that month. From photographers that are long gone to processes that are all but forgotten, we plan to share fun stories, facts and tips you won't hear anywhere else.

A big shout out to Tonissa for being an awesome friend and huge help when we need her!

Follow Tonissa on Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/tonissamonster/

Follow Stacy on Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/cyanotyped/

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https://www.instagram.com/darkroom_dan/

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A tintype, also known as a melainotype or ferrotype, is a photograph made by creating a direct positive on a thin sheet of metal, colloquially called 'tin', coated with a dark lacquer or enamel and used as the support for the photographic emulsion. Tintypes enjoyed their widest use during the 1860s and 1870s, but lesser use of the medium persisted into the early 20th century and it has been revived as a novelty and fine art form in the 21st.

If you don't have a tintype portrait yet, I can't recommend Silver and Cedar enough to create your first one. Not only are they masters at their craft, tintypes are the perfect format to display a portrait of you or a loved one. We got a chance to chat with Matt and Katie about how they got their start and where they are headed with photography.

Silver and Cedar
https://www.silverandcedarphx.com/
https://www.instagram.com/silverandcedar/

Broken Hearted Leather
https://brokeinheartedleather.com/
https://www.instagram.com/brokeinheartedleather/

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You probably know Nick from YouTube. With over 100k subscribers, Nick has grown a following for his work in wide format film photography. Illustrating his experience with a technical approach, Nick takes you on his journey with film photography on almost ever picture he takes. From shooting to scanning to printing, Nick entertains and educates every step of the way.

Check out his YouTube channel here.
https://www.youtube.com/@nickcarverphoto 

Be sure to give him a follow on Instagram as well.
https://www.instagram.com/nickcarver/

I'll been following Alexander on Instagram for a while now and it's always been a treat seeing him working on random projects both in film and his personal life. One day he'll be rebuilding a gas powered big wheel, the next he'll be on location in the middle of nowhere working as a grip. Part time man of mystery, part time mad scientist, Alexander is an interesting guy, no doubt. Oh, and he shoots film and has worked with motion picture. Rad!

Be sure to give Alexander a follow on Instagram.
https://www.instagram.com/thunder_dop/

Visit his website as well!
https://www.thundergrip.com/
https://www.alexcine.com/

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Dave Tabor has been a friend of the lab for over a year now. We first connected with him through one of our silver gelatin printing workshops we hosted back in March of 2022. Since then he became a regular at our open lab sessions coming in to print his work. Recently Dave scored some darkroom gear including a full enlarger setup and transitioned to printing at home. We decided to invite him out for Stacy's birthday shindig in the woods. Stacy has been wanting to make a trip up to camp at the site where Travis Walton was abducted back in the 70s. We figured, why not record a podcast as well. For those of you haven't seen the classic 90's sci-fi, here's the link to the trailer. We also setup an iPad to watch the movie since I hadn't seen it before. 

Dave has some great photography and loves to work with textures.
Check out his work on Instagram.
https://www.instagram.com/dumpster_flower/

And be sure to follow Dave's friend, Lisa Tang Liu, as well!
https://www.instagram.com/expert.in.nothing/

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