The Method

1. Mask - Proven pandemic prevention.

2. Rule of Thirds tee - Hommage to classical photography.

3. Watch - Makes sure I can get home in time for dinner.

4. Boots - Made for walking.

5. Tripod - Essential to 4x5.

6. Bag - Big and heavy.

7. Sports shorts - Provides optimal airflow.

1. Film - HP5+, 1 box of fresh, 1 box of exposed film. 5 holders.

2. Blank - Space for extra 35mm camera or Digital.

3. Dark bag - To swap/change film on the go.

4. Raincoat - For tempermental Malaysian weather.

5. Camera - 4x5 Field camera.

6. Darkcloth - To block out harsh sunlight.

7. Lightmeter & Loupe - Accurate focus and exposure.

8. Lens - Because I'm not a pinhole photographer.

28th July 2022

A few days ago I upgraded my 10 year old digital camera to a more modern one. With 42mp and the ability to shoot with uncompressed raw files, I experimented with the Brenzier Method. https://medium.com/photo-dojo/an-easy-way-to-do-the-brenizer-method-4e0a53f5262c

This essentially emulates the longer focal length and wide field of view that characterizes medium and large format imagery.

I tried this method out on a recent shoot to see if it was a viable option in the instance that I was unable use my large format camera.