Shooting Film in the Pacific Northwest

[@briandanehansen]

Shoutout to the decontamination specialist.

[@tomdivasion7724]

Absolutely love these long road trip videos. Completely unique on youtube - that "hopper" house photo was epic

[@Arcboard]

Song List: ***also in Spotify Playlist (grainydays - Shooting Film in the PNW) but cant add links in comments Cold Leftovers - Dylan Sitts South Coast - Molife Show Me the Door - Big Girl New State of Mind - Rebecca Mardal The Galerie - Wendy Marcini Return to the World - Auxjack, Timothy Infinite Birthday - Nbhd Nick ASTRO - ROONIN Sweet, Sweet Times - Walt Adams Still Weightless - American Legion Trust the Process - Ballpoint Drown the Sun - Ballpoint Nsciety - Felix Johansson Carne These Mornings - Ludlów Horns of Babylon - Joseph Beg The Streets of Campo Grande - Andreas Dahlbäck Living Life Without Fear - Sarah, the Illstrumentalist Brute Force - Sonum Time Fades - Ludlów Mountains of Uttarakhand - Aiyo

[@fl3tching101]

Hi, one of the many random people you met at the Ferries on Film meetup in Seattle - just wanted to say it was a lot of fun meeting you guys and glad you had such a good time in Seattle! I was the one with the weird soviet FED 2 Leica copy.

[@acidgrain]

I'm photographing almost my entire life and I hate to admit it but I suck at forrest photos. The high contrast between shadows and sun coming through the branches is always killing me. You make it in both, video and analog photography, look like it's the most easy thing ever. Would really love a video about how you approach difficult lighting. I know you did the metering video but I watched it and I still suck.

[@spitp51]

It is dependant on your chosen film's dynamic range. Slide film is very bad at it, while Cinestill 800T that Jason uses has a very wide DR.

[@unn4medfeel1ng]

Diffusion filters may help if you shoot digital, though I don't know which of them specifically Jason uses

[@acidgrain]

@@unn4medfeel1ng coincidentally I've been looking up different diffusion filters this morning. If I remember it correctly he uses Black Pro Mist but don't quote me on that.

[@evkennedy]

Dude! As a Seattle based photographer, it was super cool to see the subjects you chose to shoot in Pike, on the ferry, etc. Also had no idea Ferries on Film existed, thanks for the req, will definitely check out! Also, in my experience down at the Cape, the real Disappointment are the friends we made along the way… Loved the vid!

[@jackstein9986]

Only KZbinr where I'll actually sit through a 75 minute episode

[@nvrumi]

There are only a couple of them on my list, too. This is one.

[@GR8SALAD]

Hell, I'm even here re-watching a 75 minute episode. After finishing re-watching the 168 minute episode

[@KelsomaticPDX]

I live in Portland and it’s kind of trippy to see you going to so many places I see all the time 😅 also, I just painted my nails nearly the same color, making things even weirder. Cape Disappointment is so underrated. Always happy to see a new video from you 👏🏻

[@anna.s.snapshots]

Hm I guess this explains the Ferries on Film spike in followers about a month ago... Thanks for joining us and for your glowing review of the meetup. We enjoyed sharing a glimpse of the Seattle film community with your group!

[@Seapatico]

I respect how much you NEVER talk about the great you film with. It would be so easy to, I'm sure, but I honestly appreciate that it's only ever about the film cameras, lenses, and film stocks.

[@brennanadkins]

I walked from 9pm to 7pm the next day to get to that abandoned nuclear park during a training event once. Looked awesome seeing the lights of it off in the distance getting closer for a full day!

[@emailsare4losers]

😮

[@pacheaco727]

Waiting at the airport for way too long to head home from vacation. Jason, sometimes your long videos are a lifesaver.

[@MattatHiddenLight]

I can't believe you bailed on that spooky AF house. So much photo potential there!

[@make_it_nashty7206]

If the Nacho Fries Box is not available, the go-to is both a loaded potato griller AND a beefy nacho griller. Maybe a quesarito if I'm exceptionally hungry. Also as someone who's getting back into photography, I find your content incredibly inspiring and effortless to watch. I've even decided to declare bankruptcy and have my grandparents Olympus OM-2 restored and to start shooting because fuck it. Why not.

[@conthemar]

Graaaah another hour+ video to escape the existential dread of being in my mid 20s

[@astroguy5364]

so real

[@stefbecci1274]

You should 50 you whining knob

[@canturgan]

Stupid thing to say, you're lucky to be alive.

[@frusenko]

@@canturgan Stupid thing to say, people are allowed to feel the emotions they feel.

[@MarieAMcG]

I've literally been binge-watching every single video of yours for a week or so, and after this I do not what to do with my life!!! I love you Jason... oh I meant Monica & Baxter:))

[@jasontroll]

Goddayumm. Another 1hour banger. Props to Jason shooting and editing a movie. Jokes crack me up

[@vilvero]

So many interesting places. US just looks so artistically pleasing, like nothing looks out of place.

[@smlelikeyoumeanit3882]

Jason boycotting Sonics out of pettiness is a total vibe, and I'm here for it

[@resarfw]

Wonderful documentary, Jason. Very happy you are happy with the results. The ferry interiors are rich in detail and mood, and you truly nailed the “Hopper” building exterior shot. Looking forward to the next road trip. Cheers.

[@akasta]

I've been watching your videos every so often and have been binging your channel recently; really happy about a longer upload^^ thank you.

[@kaimai79]

Wow! Such high quality - filming, editing, sound and jokes. Love all about it!

[@sardispark]

Living in Victoria I was smiling that entire portion of the video. It was so cool seeing another perspective on the streets and locations I've been to so many times. Next time extend your road trip up our coast here too!

[@coreymarshall4945]

‘Mama Mia, papa pia, diarrhea 7’ had me dying. Had no right to be that funny

[@austinlzimmerman]

Always love to watch these long form vids and get a feel for your flow, style, and composition. Absolutely loved this one! background vibes were immaculate and shots were 10/10. Nice one!

[@TomHardie4]

Gotta say your videos are really calming while also being informative and lighthearted. Keep it up

[@clawdawg7248]

That was a great watch, and super worthy of an hour + of my time. And, I agree, some really awesome shots!

[@somephotovideos]

Loved to see that Midwest Film Co. got in on the action. I've got some Vision3 50D & 250D from them that I'm excited to shoot with - especially after seeing your Cinestill 800T shots. The interior of that boat in Seattle was 🙌

[@TheManlyConnoisseur]

You know Jason is an influencer when after he drops a one hour video it influences me to go out and shoot

[@Jordan-ki7cz]

Awesome trip! i love my lovely state of Washington, its so beautiful here. Cape Disappointment is so beautiful, I love our coast line and the sound. Ruby beach is so wonderful, i hope to head there this winter to get some pictures. I hope yall got some mac and jacks beer while you were here, its not the best beer but its great local after a long day of hiking around. You should head up here during our different seasons, the length of daylight changes drastically and how the sun lands changes so much. Getting up into the mountains on a rainy day or a snowy day, fog filled valleys, trees as far as the eyes can see, snow covered mountain tops. its crazy beautiful here. So many different environments, weather patterns, variations of the light. I am kind of surprised yall passed over going to the Olympic National Forest and all of its crazy cool places. There are some fire watch towers you can climb, there are some amazing outlooks and old structures everywhere.

[@andre_motions]

Jason decided to take his lack-of-Taco-Bell-induced anger out on us and treat us with the highest ad frequency seen on earth

[@jergophoto]

Just buy youtube premium if you’re gonna complain about ads. There’s a solution. Creators still get paid and you dont have to watch 4 million ads anymore.

[@robine5280]

Got Premium, don't see them 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@TomPollardPhotography]

I don’t have premium, I don’t think I had one?

[@TomPollardPhotography]

Crap. I broke it; the moment I sent this I had one. At 54 minutes in.

[@andre_motions]

@@jergophotowho’s complaining? I love me some good old ads

[@sirohartmann]

You are absolutely on top of your photography and video game, son.

[@Broesky]

One thing I've noticed is that filters really attract the sun and cause flares and reflections. It also eliminates the purpose of lens hoods as it draws the element more out into the light.

[@colinfrazier1058]

I really like the 'roll recap' style of showing your shots in this video, maybe Im dumb and its not a new thing but it think it works better in this long form video. Some fantastic shots, keep it up!

[@otterb]

such a joy to watch, who knew roadtrip and photography would make such good content! Love how you put it together.

[@scottbrennan6450]

A guy with friends engaging with the one life we have, using film as the medium through which to do it. Nice work.

[@issiahtaylor3143]

These are QUICKLY becoming my favorite style of youtube video! Amazing stuff

[@jw48335]

I must have put 30 or 40 rolls through my WP-1, It's a fantastic option for bad weather. These Days though I'm much more likely to grab my Konica Genba Kantoku DD, since that one is better designed for cold weather, and it has a 40 and 60 mm focal length.

[@JonnySchaab]

When I moved to portland in 2010 to go to pnca for photography, the first place I lived was in the appartment building on the right at 4:18. Shot soooo much film and crappy early dslr on those streets and in that forest. stupid nostalgia, making me sad n stuff. luckily i have this flaming hot mountain dew to ease my suffering.

[@nickboxwell]

I live here in Portland and it was really fun seeing all the places that I take for granted through the eyes of a visitor. I hope you had a good time!

[@wenxinyangg]

I watch Jason's videos to feel whats it's like to lead a middle-class life in america where you're actually happy.

[@doriangasseling]

Random point, I'm only three minutes in, but those Canons are interesting. I have one. The WP-1 is "weatherproof" as there were some differences in manufacturing which lead to it not being properly waterproof - however the AS-1 that I have is a fully underwater camera. A thing you can do with these is unscrew the "camera" inside the housing and test, I think its four screws, can't remember but can send you a gram video of how to remove it. Then you can dunk the housing underwater and see if it leaks. Anyway, on-wards.

[@shotbydevan]

i absolutely love the way you document these road trips. if you're ever in Vancouver, Canada I would be honoured to show you around, have a chuckle with you, and attempt to make good photographs.

[@Rook51]

As a resident of the Oregon Coast, I'm glad you came out but next time, try going south when you hit the 101. You'll find some good spots from Lincoln City to Waldport.

[@alexpoling4755]

I’m so glad I wasn’t the only person thinking this.

[@KreativeCommons]

The Grainy Days god's have once again blessed us with an hour+ video

[@mintyfreshpavement]

Aghhhh, it's always a pleasant surprise to see a new grainyday video up

[@M_Sonata]

Love the ambient and sentimental tracks you use. thanks for uploading

[@jeffknol1556]

Another amazing video - thanks Jason. If you're looking for a video topic how about doing something where you explain your thinking/process around the concepts of "keepers" verses "portfolio" shots. What's your portfolio? what has influenced your thinking around what is and isn't worthy of a place.

[@Equiful]

These long videos are my favourite. I also recently just got the canon wp-1 so it’s cool to see you using it

[@storiesbyfredy]

This is my Roman Empire. This is cinema.

[@DanielLoveReel]

Man it doesn't rain much up here anymore. Even a mild WR is good for trips up here most of the time.

[@TodayTooth1]

Me chilling here watching this video while working and didn't even realize I've been watching it for over an hour.

[@PhilippHofmann28]

jason , this is a wonderful video and it was pure entertainment for me. thank you and the crew for that. the pictures were beautiful.

[@D3lor34n]

I love these roadtrips of yours, always a blast to watch.

[@JQPhotos]

Well, that's my weekend sorted! Big Love Jason and family!

[@IFrAnIKOz]

This is the only channel which has its upload scedule burned into my subconscious

[@auriechu]

It’s always nice seeing you and Monica being loving and chill together. It’s such a wholesome vibe. Really loved a lot of your showcase shots through this one.

[@Henryplant]

Expired porta vc is my absolute favorite film stock. Nobody ever talks about it, but gaddamn it is so incredible!

[@doomstache]

Wow I made it in the video! Was cool meeting you guys

[@kevin-jd5rj]

I hope you had an awesome time in Vic 💙 your photos are always beautiful, regardless what you say.

[@HowdyImBrian]

Love going to Blue Moon so much such a cool store!!!!

[@rhinestonecowboy36]

i love when jason pumps us full with his thick juicy content and absolutely fills us overflowing with his content juice

[@lebxwski]

How I feel every one of these videos goes > Jason shows a few photos from the roll > I go "woah that's one of the greatest photos I've ever seen" > Jason then proceeds to say how much he hates that one specific photo > Next scene we rinse and repeat

[@njx9193]

Jason back with another feature film. BRB!

[@weizhang6979]

Welcome to PNW! Almost no rain from June to the end of August generally around here (Seattle).

[@kennethservida6144]

Today’s episode on Grainydays: Jason goes on a roadtrip in the Pacific Northwest to let go from Aerochorme Syndrome but ended up suffering even more.

[@expeditionsinsound2202]

The other lighthouse at Cape Disappointment is where everyone gets those “big wave” shots.

[@chriscard6544]

I love long videos where we have time to contemplate

[@TomPollardPhotography]

I went with Jason. I’ll save Caleb for tomorrow; I need to ration the good things in my life.

[@beepboopsloane]

Blue moon is such an amazing store. I go everytime I go back home

[@sommelierofstench]

that air bnb looked sweet. missed opportunity to get hopper-esque shots of spirits

[@bryanswisshelm941]

Blue Moon is my favorite place for film and supplies. Great video and pics

[@edenphoto7675]

I have an owl like that to keep squirrels and birds out of my garden and it’s basically a bobble head to make it more realistic to the animals so the heads do move you’re not crazy 😂

[@michaelbell6443]

Jason you’re a national treasure. Love your commentary. You’re the Steven Wright of the photo world. LoL.

[@gurnoorbhoey9096]

watched this whole thing and I think it healed something in me

[@joepphoto]

This video came right in time now that I need to do selections on a huge set. Perfect sidescreen activity yeaaaahhyy

[@patrickbasin9389]

18:15 - for those not from the rainy corner, that is a “slash pile.” Basically just logging waste.

[@k1rnupiima]

I liked your photos more than usual too. Looks like a fun heist!

[@monduli]

Brilliant! What a great story teller you are 🙌

[@dolcevespa1]

Love the longer vids and the road trips. Love you using the reto. Those shots were bangers

[@OrangeBrick8]

1:11:37 no way I have those same wood chairs

[@Lucho_Torsa]

The second dedicated to Tomás Sánchez hit me hard in my Cubanness.

[@BrandonPrive1432]

So cool to see grainydays and bad flashes in Victoria BC!

[@mgman6000]

The first lighthouse you visited was North Head lighthouse and the other one was Cape Disappointment a little way down the road is Waikiki beach where the epic wave photos are taken during the King tides in the winter

[@adrianemikko]

Those fauxrochrome shots looks so good especially near bodies of water

[@mikestanavech7858]

What a trip to see you in my neighborhood. I live a block from blue moon and shop there a few times a week.

[@piketubeman]

Hey Jason, how do you deal with the issue of flying with film and the x-ray machines?

[@RandyRockSolid]

"Pioneers used to ride these babies for miles"

[@chilecayenne]

Enchirito's RULE!!!

[@danielstephens9225]

Ferries are the new gas stations of film photography

[@sbutler66]

PNW light is something else, great shots and video as always!

[@monkeypawism]

Great watch, pacing, story telling. Enjoyable.

[@flipshuman]

I always want more with life whenever i watch your videos. Yes- this is a sign I should probably touch more grass

[@kristoffergo6294]

Watch the whole thing, that was awesome!

[@underneathbPiSE45]

Your talent in filmmaking/storytelling is unparalleled, but often veiled by your fixation on film photography

[@adamhymel2386]

I agree. I feel like his photography is getting pretty subpar lately....but maybe that's from the pressure of keep creating since this is his job now. But his video and storytelling is on point

[@liamhadtogo1993]

Nice to see Victoria through your perspective. The dragon mural you shot in Chinatown was redone in a completely different style shortly after. I hope you were able to check out camera traders while you were in Market Square!

[@SlimShady-nv4mq]

Great video, Jacob! I fricking loved the photos!

[@Cliffthomasphotography]

Congratulations 🥂… and well deserved.. I look forward to following what I am sure is going to be continued success ..

[@o.aldenproductions.9858]

Your podcast videos are like modern poems ❤....I feel like they belong in a book 📖🤓

[@RyanNavazio]

50 seconds in and I had to pause because I'm laughing so hard at the drifter joke.