We have a date! The next episode of SOOC Live has been scheduled and I hope you will join Ritchie and I on Tuesday, 14 July at 7pm GMT+2 (which is 9am Pacific or 12pm Eastern time in the US)…
We have a date! The next episode of SOOC Live has been scheduled and I hope you will join Ritchie and I on Tuesday, 14 July at 7pm GMT+2 (which is 9am Pacific or 12pm Eastern time in the US)…
At the beginning of 2024, I was commissioned to write an article about three of my favourite Fujifilm film simulations. At that time, the Fujifilm X100VI had just hit the market – the first X Series camera to feature the new REALA ACE…
Ritchie Roesch and I are returning with a new episode of SOOC Live on November 24 at 7pm GMT+2. We'll discuss the Film Dial, its advantages and share recipes designed to use with it. Bring your questions and comments -…
You know how the saying goes: “Times flies when you’re having fun”… well, 2024 came and whooshed by like a high-speed train and although it was by no means an easy year, it had its moments. I always take the…
"Great film simulation recipes to create analog looking images in a vintage destination." We visited an interesting “museum town” called Matjiesfontein (pronounced: Mike-ease-phon-tain) during a recent road trip. It is a little peculiar place, located in the middle of nowhere,…
This article is the third in the "Colour Your Story" series and explores the ASTIA film simulation. In all honesty, preparing this episode has been a challenge for me. When I started to put it together, I was reminded that…
Episode 2 of the "Colour Your Story" series focuses on the Velvia film simulation, highlighting its vibrant yet sometimes overly saturated colors. The introduction of Fujifilm's COLOR CHROME EFFECT enhances tonal gradation, offering a more natural look. Let's take a…
Episode 1 of my “Colour Your Story” series introduced the PROVIA film simulation. I hope that since then, you have had lots of opportunities to test this look in many different situations and that by now, you have familiarised yourself…
My Easy Reala Ace recipe is featured on the Fuji X Weekly App! First of all, I am probably even more surprised than you that I actually made a recipe. It’s not really something I do. Secondly, I am shocked…
What a great way to start a new week! I have exciting news to share on this fabulous Monday morning. After a long, silent three months, SOOC Live will be back on Thursday, 19 September with a brand new episode…
The X100VI has been MY most anticipated camera of all time, even without paying attention to all the hype preceding its announcement! Yet, there hasn’t been a word about it on my blog since its release. Why? Good question! I…
Steve McCurry – You’ve probably heard the name before, especially if you’re interested in photography. He is a very well-known, highly-acclaimed contemporary documentary photographer who has been shooting for National Geographic and American Magnum since the 1970’s. He has been…
“Happy New Year” to you! Thank you for being here, for returning or for stopping by for the first time. It’s fabulous to have you and I highly appreciate your support. For the newbies, it may interest you to know…
Create in-camera double exposures – part 2 (read part 1 here) Ritchie Roesch aka Fuji X Weekly has created a number of recipes that achieve a distinct film look or effect by shooting a multiple exposure image. When I first…
Create in-camera double exposures – part 1 (read part 2 here) I’ve been excited about creating double exposures with my Fujifilm camera ever since I discovered the feature in my X100s way back when. I love the thought of creating…
Thanks to everyone who has been waiting patiently for Episode 12 of SOOC. After a month of postponing and rescheduling, we are finally ready to get this show on the road. For Real(a) this time! I am excited to announce…
