Shooting Cinestill 800T at Night: Tips & Example Photos
Chances are, if you see a photo taken on CineStill 800T film, it was mostly likely shot at night! This film’s unique look with its cool tungsten-balanced tones, and halation around light sources, makes it a popular choice for night photography. Also, we can’t forget its light-hungry ISO of 800.
Whether you’re pointing the CineStill 800T-loaded camera at a busy street, a calm alley, a person, or a car with its rear headlights on – at box speed, or pushed to 1600 ISO – we’re here to share tips and sample photos for shooting CineStill 800T at night. Let’s dive in.Read more
How to Store Film: 5 Film Storage Ideas & Tips
The way you store your film can have a huge impact to the quality of your photos after they’re developed. Film stocks ranging from black & white to color negatives, and 35mm to 120mm, all have a variety of needs when it comes to storage.
There are several factors that could be at play, including the temperature film is stored in, humidity, the elements (such as dust, water, potential light exposure, X-rays from airport security) – the list goes on!
It can seem quite daunting to constantly monitor something as unassuming as storage, but you’ve come to the right place. Check out our quick guide on how to store film and have your images come out in tip-top shape!Read more
5+ Pink App Icons for iOS 17 (iPhone & iPad)
Thanks to iOS updates in recent years, it’s now easier than ever to customize your iPhone and iPad home screens to make them aesthetically pleasing.
To help transform your home screen and dress it in blush pink, cotton candy pink, neon pink, or whichever pink your heart desires, we’ve curated the best pink app icon packs for you to pick from! Check them out and deck out your home screen today.Read more
Cinestill 800T Sample Photos (Portraits, Daylight & More)
Cinestill 800T has become a beloved film stock due to its versatility in lighting conditions, low contrast, unmistakable color reproduction, and unique features around light sources.
Popping one of these film rolls into your 35mm or medium format camera is sure to capture photos unlike anything you’ve tried before. From daylight, to low light, portraits, neon lights, and more – check out what is possible with Cinestill 800T through these sample photos!Read more
The 9 Best Notion Templates for Designers
Are you looking for an easy all-in-one workspace to manage your brand’s design processes, or even a way to manage and scale your design business? Using Notion, you’ll be able to organize your design documents, manage clients, create branding guidelines, and so much more — all from a single workspace!
To help you get started, we’ve curated a list of the best Notion templates for designers. Check it out, and let us know which ones are your favorite in the comments below!Read more
How to Get a Notion Avatar or Profile Picture: The Best Illustrators
Have you been seeing those slick illustrated black and white profile pictures all over Twitter, and wondering why so many people have them? And most importantly, where you could get one yourself?
The community-led app Notion has a signature black and white doodle style illustration, and it’s carried into the community of its users – using this style for their personal profile pictures and cover photos.
The minimal hand-drawn profile picture almost feels like a “one of us” statement, repping your love for Notion to the rest of the community.
If you love the app just as much as we do, it’s easy to get a personalized Notion avatar for yourself. To help you pick, we’ve gathered the best Notion avatar illustrators and packs for you to pick from!Read more
Lomo 800 vs. Portra 800: What Are the Differences? (with Photos)
800 speed film is often referred to as film thats meant for low light – but the fact of the matter is that 800 ISO works for all settings!
Depending on the film stock, you can achieve quite a balanced look in photos whether you’re shooting 800 speed in the light of day, or the dark of night. Some notable 800 ISO features include fine grain that really only comes out in low light photos, the ability to shoot in lighting of all kinds, and being able to up the shutter speed to achieve sharp shots.
Two 800 speed films that come to mind are Lomography and Kodak Portra’s offerings. Both different types of film that achieve unique looks in their own right, but which are the ones we’d recommend? Check out the differences between Lomo 800 vs Portra 800 film.Read more
The 5 Best Yashica T4 Alternatives
Point-and-shoot film cameras are the common gateway into the world of analog photography. Thanks to their ease of use, compact form, and affordability – anyone can get access to shooting film.
One point-and-shoot that comes to mind is the Yashica T4 (also known as the Kyocera Slim T in North America). Often referred to as a runner-up and go-to Contax T2 alternative, the Yashica T4 has consequently seen steep increases in hype and price in recent times.
We totally get why anyone would want their hands on one – but what about those who don’t want to break the bank to foray into the world of film? Well, we’ve got you covered. Check out our list of Yashica T4 alternatives.Read more
How to Change a TikTok Thumbnail / Cover Photo (with Ideas)
Planning and choosing a good TikTok thumbnail is often overlooked, but it can do wonders for your profile. Viewers won’t see a thumbnail on their For You page, but whenever someone comes across and scrolls through your profile, thumbnails create a first impression of your overall content when all together in your feed. A great thumbnail (aka cover photo) also encourages people to tap through and check out some of your past videos, or even follow your page.
If you’re looking to step up your TikTok covers by learning how to properly set them, and even seeing some cover inspo, you’ve come to the right place! We’ve created a guide to help you plan and add a TikTok cover to your videos, along with some cover ideas from some of our favorite creators – have a look!
A Full Guide to Gunner Stahl’s Cameras & Film
Capturing icons like Kanye West, The Weeknd, Kehlani, Solange, and countless others, Gunner Stahl’s unmistakable photography has captivated a new generation of music and portrait photographers.
Working primarily through film photography, and creating work that has adorned the album covers and Instagram feeds of some of the biggest names in hip-hop and R&B, you may be wondering: what camera does Gunner Stahl use?
Look no further as we dive not into not just one, but the multitude of film cameras that Gunner possesses to create his iconic images.Read more
