If you are into film, you will most definitely stumble upon Jonathan Canlas work, and his Film is Not Dead movement. Yes, I call it a movement, because that is exactly what it is. Through his workshops, his books, and his community he has managed to connect a bunch of people to help each other advance in their art of photography.
I have an honest interest in become the best photographer I can be, and from the wide choice of workshops out there, including the thousands offered online, I chose the FIND Workshop because of the small group, intense learning setting that happens in three days. In those close quarters, you get to really bond with the attendees (all women in this case, and most of them with the most lovely southern accent!), and you are literally learning around the clock. I think that more than learning about film from an honest guy, the two most important things you can get out going to a FIND workshop are: first, the community you will be a part of of; second, the importance of defining who you are and what your voice is as a photographer.
With this said, I don't think I will be a 100% film shooter. I have learned that film has great limitations, such as in low light situations. Steady hands, I don't have. And digital cameras are fabulous in low light. However, I do want to incorporate more film in all my shoots because it's pretty; because I love it; and because I think my clients will love too!
Now check out some images from the only 35 mm girl in the group.
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