Evaluation of 35mm Film Images in Ontario (Unedited)

Following a similar method to the first shoot, I practised mindful walking in nature spots around Toronto, taking the time to immerse myself in nature. I found that being surrounded by nature helped me to clear my mind and focus on my photography. However, instead of using medium format film, I decided to switch to 35mm film as a cheaper alternative due to the high cost of living in the city. This allowed me to continue this project without running out of money and afford to eat, travel to locations and continue shooting on film.

I used my Canon 650D camera, which has a built-in light meter, eliminating the need to rely on my phone as in previous shoots. This provided me with a sense of freedom and flexibility, allowing me to focus on my surroundings and take more time to experiment with different settings. Changing the medium and camera also provided more flexibility in aperture settings, allowing me to go higher than f/11, use high shutter speeds, and have more control over image focus by changing lenses.

For this roll of Fujifilm, I alternated between 50mm and 24-700mm lenses, which allowed me to experiment with my images and capture different perspectives. I found that using different lenses helped me to see the world in a new way and allowed me to play around with different compositions. Towards the end of the roll, I decided to stick with the 24-700mm lens for its wider angle, which allowed me to include more within the frame and capture broad landscapes. This allowed me to capture the beauty of the nature spots I was exploring.

Even though I valued the improvements in accessibility and affordability of the change of film, I could not help but feel disappointed with some of the images I captured. I wanted to find a deeper connection with nature, untainted by human interference. The artificial and man-made feel of the water features, especially those of the waterfall, left me unfulfilled. I decided to step back and reconsider my approach to capturing these particular natural aspects.

In conclusion, my second shoot allowed me to continue my photography practice more affordably and provided me with more opportunities to experiment with my settings and equipment. I discovered that being out in nature and truly immersing myself in my surroundings helped me produce more meaningful and impactful images.