Comments on: Finding meaning, humour and lightness of heart in traditional film photography

By: David Smith

David Smith — Thu, 02 Jan 2025 22:24:54 +0000

In reply to Vinod Varghese. Your comment is much appreciated, Vinod. Many thanks

By: David Smith

David Smith — Thu, 02 Jan 2025 22:23:26 +0000

In reply to Wayne Gerlach. Wayne, I'm happy to read that you, too, found photography helpful for navigating a major health scare. All the best

By: David Smith

David Smith — Thu, 02 Jan 2025 22:21:57 +0000

In reply to Stephen Marcus. Thanks for commenting, Stephen. I'm happy you enjoyed the article.

By: Vinod Varghese

Vinod Varghese — Tue, 31 Dec 2024 09:58:03 +0000

A heartwarming and inspiring story of how film photography helped you find gratitude, light-heartedness, and a new perspective on life after a cancer diagnosis. Your photos are not only beautiful but also capture the joy and simplicity of everyday moments. Thank you for sharing your story!

By: Wayne Gerlach

Wayne Gerlach — Tue, 31 Dec 2024 06:07:49 +0000

Excellent writing. Excellent images. Emotive. A life lesson.
Thank you for crystallising your archive following a health shock. It was particularly moving for me as I did the same, heading into serious but fun photography after a big health scare a decade ago. Thank you.

By: Stephen Marcus

Stephen Marcus — Tue, 31 Dec 2024 03:49:09 +0000

Thanks for this personal and thoughtful article. The article reflects the experience in “Leicadom” perfectly. I particularly liked the emphasis on a home place and what can be seen within our daily lives with the familiarity of place over time. In the age of trophy travel, the intimate depth of experience at home ……… thanks again.

By: David Smith

David Smith — Mon, 30 Dec 2024 12:53:55 +0000

In reply to Jean Perenet. Jean, thank you for the considerate words. I've never tried a Ricoh GXR but will keep an eye out for one on my camera shop travels.

By: Jean Perenet

Jean Perenet — Sun, 29 Dec 2024 18:34:27 +0000

Thanks David for this series of photos and a truly enjoyable read. I love capturing family images of my children and grandchildren with my digital cameras. I don’t mind having blurred images as I can delete them or not, which is one of the main advantages of digital phtography. My favourite camera for B&W family images is the Ricoh GXR and 50mm module. It takes so long to write a file (about 2 seconds) that you are forced to slow down but the sensor has some of the analog magic when processed properly

By: David Smith

David Smith — Sun, 29 Dec 2024 11:55:50 +0000

In reply to Art Peterson. Thanks for the feedback, Art. It's much appreciated

By: Art Peterson

Art Peterson — Sat, 28 Dec 2024 22:27:05 +0000

Thank you very much, David, for a moving story and some outstandingly fine photos! No need for far away places; you’ve shown that you can do it all in your own backyard.