Kentmere 120

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The story of walking my dog; featuring the new Kentmere in 120.
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Cameras: Plaubel Makina 670
Instayams: @50_shades_of_jason
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grainery: @hoppper
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[@LBAW]

New lore: is Baxter part seal?

[@trippwilsonphoto]

no he's just companionship and love, the only thing film cannot give us.

[@aarontimm]

@@trippwilsonphoto Well I think you're wrong and he's probably a seal

[@trippwilsonphoto]

@@aarontimm a seal who is just companionship and love?

[@naamahalevi1888]

Fun fact: seals are actually basically called "sea dogs" in Hebrew. So you might be onto something here🤔

[@enricodeharder4984]

Yup, a navy-seal.

[@Jericho297]

One video away for the next sequel to the best series on youtube… …An Ektachrome Christmas 5

[@trippwilsonphoto]

can't wait for that

[@ProcessedNegative]

I’m so excited

[@thomass4840]

So hype for it

[@areallyrealisticguyd4333]

just do what Hollywood does. take away the sequential title, call it a soft reboot, but actually it's a prequel. An Ektachrome Christmas A Baxter Story

[@trippwilsonphoto]

@@areallyrealisticguyd4333 but instead the breed of dog is different

[@davidellinsworth3299]

"Maybe it's time to do colour, Ilford". Jason saw it coming everyone

[@trippwilsonphoto]

jason is the apple to the bottom of my jeans or maybe i crapped myself again, who knows.

[@fries4450]

More of a pair of boots with the fur to me, but to each their own.

[@naamahalevi1888]

The whole club is definitely looking at him. Especially when he hits the flow and gets low

[@dflf]

We had a Kentmere when I was a kid. Best refrigerator we ever owned

[@mikejankowski6321]

Past tense suggests a missed opportunity. Think of it...keeping your Kentmere in your Kentmere.

[@sciencefiction6060]

I like your content. Please never disappear. This is something special for filmmakers. I think this is a real treat. A real gem. Not everyone can just go out with their camera, you know?

[@coreymagz3145]

Kind of love how this predicted Phoenix 200, in a way.

[@chrisa2102]

"We're in the beautiful, scenic, colorful, Marin Headlands, so naturally we're gonna be shooting some black and white." Classic bro

[@datboidadl4111]

Really loving the before and after comparison when it comes to editing

[@rogerwalker3201]

If the film was any good, you wouldn’t need the editing.

[@casieharrodhellbunny2011]

Always excited when Jason uploads

[@jaykickliter]

I guess he’s alright

[@trippwilsonphoto]

@@jaykickliter nah he's daddy 😏

[@doptimist]

I'm glad someone finally admitted that the majority of mono film stocks looks basically identical to each other.

[@HaydenAmarantes]

Jason showing emotion is a rare occurrence. I must say I am emotionally moved by this video.

[@pavlovcikjan]

the smooth sponsorship message transition did it for me

[@klasgelinder]

One of the best Squarespace segues I seen today

[@chadfraser3184]

that segue into the squarespace ad was flawless

[@caloster7664]

The fit is outstanding today. Absolutely iced out.

[@trippwilsonphoto]

it is

[@sirohartmann]

Great video, Mr Days. Just so you know, I emailed all Kodak bosses I could find online and asked about Aerochrome and linked to a time stamp of you drinking Mountain Dew. I'm fighting with you.

[@guitarpunk201]

Finally. Some good Baxter content.

[@Ashfielder]

I like Kentmere on 35mm, I used it to photograph donkeys. This should be good on 120. I’ll use it to photograph larger donkeys.

[@mikejankowski6321]

LOL!

[@jake.]

ok but that squarespace transition was smooth af

[@AeromaticXD]

Been shooting Kentmere 400 on 35mm for about a year or two. It’s amazing. Especially at 1600

[@sneakingelephant]

Was anyone else fascinated by the censored Baxter bag dangling around LOL

[@yendor2043]

The Mt Kilimanjaro joke had my dying.

[@AaronAnalog1]

2:57 Print it, frame it and hang it above the Yule Log. Excellent 'About the Author' portrait too!

[@coleb7644]

ever try red / yellow filters on this stock to increase the natural contrast? that gradient between light and shadow is what really sets b&w stocks apart.

[@itzyamancam8561]

New grainydays on my birthday? 24 is off to a great start.

[@casieharrodhellbunny2011]

Happy birthday!

[@Artuficially-]

Happy birthday! Enjoy it!

[@itzyamancam8561]

Thank you guys!

[@casieharrodhellbunny2011]

@@itzyamancam8561 no problem!

[@dmytrochaika7570]

Kudos for the sponsor segway!

[@KieranJDodd]

Thank you for helping the public make more informed decisions with their black and white film choices Jason, very cool.

[@piershazelgrove]

That sponsor segway was smooth AF

[@HarryFontaine]

Jason always smiles when he looks at Monica :)

[@reallysad7600]

as someone from the north bay who moved states for school, these videos where I immediately recognize every location are so comforting to watch. Thanks for another great video and dedicated chug, keep going. kodak has to see it soon, right?

[@previnmarquez7119]

I can’t find Flamin Hot Mtn Dew anywhere near me, so I’ve been shooting a roll of Aerochrome each day until PepsiCo brings it back.

[@ralph95vip]

Would love to see ilford doing color. Up the stakes, that would be amazing

[@mynewcolour]

It would be healthy if Kodak had some competition.

[@ralph95vip]

Yeah. Kodak having production issues. Fujifilm just keep wanting to become fujidigital by discountuing all but 2-3 types of film. It's time someone steps up the game to fill that market gap.

[@edshotsdotcodotuk]

Kodak making C200 for Fuji. Everyone says it’s basically Gold. Ilford released a colour disposable camera which currently has Kodak stock inside it. XP2 is made by Ilford so I don’t see a massive leap to make regular colour film too.

[@Adrian-wd4rn]

Ilford used to make color film.

[@gonnor_cates]

Thank you for being the highlight to my Thursday yet again, Jason

[@sampope6426]

nice, up in my neck of the woods, the Headlands can be a bit sketchy glad you didn't get jacked, you should head up the coast to Point Reyes and the coast towns into Mendo and Humboldt. Love your vids, reminds me I have about 5 rolls to send to the Darkroom.

[@stephenlloydco]

When I was a kid we called it Mountain Spew. We still respect you if you stop, Jason. We are here for you.

[@rjbiii]

As someone new to medium format, it's been really awesome being able to shoot for cheap using kentmere 400 and kodak gold.

[@SamJessop]

The long run to the sponsor link was absolutely worth it. Nicely done.

[@rogerwalker3201]

Oh, so specially gray and blaaa!!! I’ll save my time and money.

[@samuelbusse2028]

Literally just started rewatching grainydays vids, always a good time when jason drops a video

[@timothysears6970]

Always so glad to watch another grainy days video

[@jergophoto]

A gift from the gods on this Thursday. Thank you jason

[@mechanicalslrlounge5138]

Kentmere is my go-to black and white film stock, so excited to try it in 120

[@trevor2]

love the 4:3 format, keep up the great work man!

[@paulhickey6896]

Love your sense of humor and Baxter! Great video, thanks!

[@alhOOO2O]

Omg that’s an unbelievably good video idea - get someone to load your cameras with different Ilford films and you shoot them, then try to work out which is which!

[@sneakingelephant]

Patiently waiting for that delicious ektachrome Christmas, but this video will tide me over. Thank god for grainydays

[@ChrisCummins]

You got a genuine spit take from the line "I like my images just like my coffee. I don't like coffee" 🤣

[@gatsbye53]

A Christmas Miracle!

[@cameronwheatley7065]

That was the most amazing Squarespace segue hahaha

[@billpickle2875]

Merry Christmas to all. Compliments of the season.

[@obscura6205]

All I want for Christmas is for Jason to have his Mountain Dew intervention.

[@thijskennis8757]

That last portrait of Baxter is legit

[@labonnemedia]

That gold chain.... I'll never be as cool as you no matter how hard I try.

[@oudviola]

Thanks for the review. Love the Baxter pic at the end!

[@ziggy149]

Love seeing you making a vid at places I’ve explored as well. Live 25 minutes from this spot.

[@santiagoalvarez209]

Whole office floor heard me trying to hold my laughter in after hearing Baxter eating

[@Dunikl]

Now that was one smooth squarespace segue.

[@andrzejrozycki2135]

Thank you for new vlog:) I always enjoy your love to photography! I lost mine somewhere.

[@yxwns]

love your videos man theyre a big source of inspiration for me! just bought my first medium format camera, a Bronica ETRS and cant wait to get out and shoot with it :)

[@marblecow2370]

Found your channel not too long ago and you've really inspired me to get into film photography! Just finished my first roll of film! Anyways thank you and love your vids :))

[@lewissmith7033]

Congrats and welcome to the community!!!

[@amosk24]

What a beautiful family 💟

[@EddyTheChump]

I'm just here for Baxter tbh, like everyone else

[@LuisCalderon-bw2xh]

Always a good day when Jason uploads

[@ZeLoShady]

Man those 192k subs are so well deserved. Your video style is amazing and I fanboy over it every video. Hopefully I can do the same with your photos one day! 🤣

[@t_mcb_1342]

the B/W photo of the curve is great!

[@Nolan6096]

You're a king.

[@brandonlavoie4364]

THAT AD TRANSITION!

[@markmanning8933]

Outstanding shot of Monica & Baxter at 3:00.

[@danieltntbomb]

Your opening scene with the mtn dew is me on my last baja blast every year

[@athmaid]

Smoothest transition to sponsor spot ever

[@TheWooleybooger]

Hill 88 near there is cool to explore there. Hike is kind of a pain in the ass but there are times from there you can have fog below and clouds above.

[@VariTimo]

You should really try Rollei RPX 400. it’s made for Rollei by Ilford and is based on the original Agfapan APX 400 formula (not the new AgfaPhoto APX 400 which might be Kentmere). It‘s really interesting and unique. Definitely not right for low contrast developers but it can look great with normal to high contrast devs. It’s has a really interesting toe and grain.

[@spicyricevlogs2792]

Kentmere 400 35 is what used for my film photo class. It’s honestly one of my favorites stocks

[@nitablackwood6301]

Dude I have 100ft of this stuff in a bulk loader that’s been sitting in my moms fridge for a few years. 2.5-3 years maybe. If you want it lmk. Just pay for shipping

[@ricefarmer2561]

new jason content=good day

[@DogsandFilm]

I love you Baxter.

[@ThePhotoDept]

aw my first Contax T2 video way back was filmed in the Marin Headlands. cute.

[@Miranda-zq3du]

your videos make my day!!

[@gisel1244]

Love watching ur video make me wanna go out and explore ❤

[@matosfilm1993]

can you make more? vacations coming and i need to binge on some grainyshades.

[@tedhan1920]

This aspect ratio gets instant thumbs up.

[@scottbrennan3262]

That lens is sick.

[@yeehaw142]

every thursday the grainydays-shaped hole in my grainydays-shaped heart is filled

[@jasper2771]

In school all we get is kentmere 400 for 35mm and even though we have enlargers I always scan at home so that I can increase the contrast as it really like makes the photos look good

[@pavelproshin7995]

Yey! New video

[@danienelphoto]

Kentmere papers also used to be much lower in contrast back in the days when I still printed. It probably still is. On multigrade papers Ilford paper would be fine at Grade 2 whereas the same contrast would require grade 4 on Kentmere. Probably just less silver too.

[@wesleygrimes89]

"About the author photo" made me die laughing lol!

[@branko8460]

It prints quite well with a 2# / #3 contrast filter split toned. Some of my favourite photos I've ever taken were on this stock.

[@sodapop9mm562]

Do you have any tips to get good prints from kentmere? I almost exclusively shoot hp5 or trix because I find them very easy to print. The kentmere for me always produces thin negatives. I love the way it scans, but I rarely scan anything anymore except contact sheets. I’d love to switch to it though, because it’s half the cost of tri x.

[@branko8460]

@@sodapop9mm562 Contrast filter 4, matte paper is my suggestion. If you can get the Ilford Hanenmulle' paper then go to town.

[@fabianteeske]

Love the colors in those videos. Do you mind sharing some secrets on how to get that analogue feel when it's shot on a modern digital cam?

[@christiansam721]

Following

[@kaymoment6486]

Also following

[@ModernVintageFilm]

I hate every photo you take because they are better than every photo that I take. Love the compositions :)

[@jontout]

luckily Kentmere 120 is now available in the UK but I reckon we might need to add a filter to sort out the ever present clouds this time of year.

[@Lauren_C]

Should come to visit Placerville one of these days. Plenty of Christmas lights to go around. 😝

[@markgoostree6334]

Gotta say... this was a more laied back version of your normal laid back, so.... it was perfect. and, Baxter got more than normal air time. cool

[@tiimm0002]

really nicely filmed! thanks for posting :)

[@arricammarques1955]

Snapping Kentmere + Marin County = Lucasfilm : )

[@tjalocha]

I like your style. If your negative is too thin or too low contrast to your taste, feel free to extend your development time in 10% steps. You will get higher contrast, but grain size will grow too. The given development times are a starting point only. The 400 looks underdeveloped in comparison to the 100.

[@victorweber7163]

Loving the Christmas tree ! And nice video btw, very interesting :)

[@patcormick]

i love the flaming hot mtn dew running joke

[@helgasthunter]

dang that's a sick chain

[@bhop.builds]

I've been shooting Kentmere 400 almost exclusively for the past 6 months or so, and recently started bulk rolling it, (in 35mm) but it's mostly because of film costs and my recent lack of work (freelancer life).. but that said, it's a decent film to shoot with that doesn't really make me feel like i'm settling too much. I do agree about the flatness of it. It's a lot of grey, but I think that gives a good starting point when it comes to post-editing since you can take the contrast in either direction. I think you had a comment in the beginning, something about b&w films looking similar, but I think if you shoot different ones long enough, you can really tell the difference. I used to shoot Tri-X as my go-to and still feel like it's the top of the line for my tastes, with HP5 coming in second place. Kentmere feels a little softer than both of them overall, maybe because of the greyness, or the amount of grain.. dunno, but overall, it's still worth shooting if you're on a budget and don't wanna switch to digital... your video makes me think I should pick up some of that 100 iso in 120 size. I've been wanting to shoot more medium format, so why not? 🤷‍♂