My first film roll (part 2)

Here are more photos from my first roll of film. I developed the film at Walgreens so that scan quality isn't that great. With shooting film and 100% manual, you really have to trust yourself with what you know. Right now I'm learning the quirkiness of my Yaschica and possibilities with film.

My first film roll

I think I get it now why there are some people who think you can only achieve certain results with film. I'm a believer now. Below are my first photos with film using Kodak Portra 160 NC (expired 2007). I had lunch with the family in Old Town Leesburg today at Fireworks Pizza and made these photos below. My light meter didn't work on my Yashica because I couldn't find any batteries for it, instead I used a light meter app on my iPhone...not bad.

I gotta say that Carl Zeiss lens is a beast. I need to learn how to tame it...it's one powerful lens. I'll post more from my first roll tomorrow.

Entering the film game

This week my film camera finally arrived in the mail. Welcome the Yashica FX-3 Super 2000 35mm film camera. I bought it used and plus it came with a 50mm 1.7 Carl Zeiss lens which made it a steal. This camera was a classic in it's hey day and was used by many aspiring photographers to learn the basics of photography. I plan on shooting a couple of rolls of Kodak Portra 160nc and vc to see what I get. The film is actually expired so I might get some mixed results - we'll see. I'll try to post some photos tomorrow or Sunday. Here's my new baby below.  

Julia + Sal : Tarara Winery in Leesburg, VA

Arlene and I spent Saturday afternoon with one of our favorite couples Julia and Sal at Tarara Winery in Leesburg, VA. These guys enjoy great food and wine as we do and we decided to have a picnic at the winery. A picnic in 50 degree weather? Why not. Bring your own cheese, sandwiches and grab a bottle of wine at the winery and you're set.  Tarara Winery makes some pretty good wine too (I haven't found many Virginia wines that I like).

Anyway, here's a set of this fun loving couple...let's call it "Loving to the fullest." Thanks Julia and Sal!

Julia + Sal : Preview

Check back tomorrow for photos of Julia and Sal's day at Tarara Winery in Leesburg, VA.