Before the advent of digital cameras, TikTok, Instagram filters, and Photoshop, the only way to alter or enhance photographs was through the use of a darkroom. Film cameras were the sole means of capturing images, requiring people to carry bulky cameras and a separate bag for rolls of film.
Once a shot was taken with a film camera, it had to be developed, and there was no way of knowing if you had a clear picture until after this process was completed. This led to the sitcom-level joke of people spending all day taking photos and forgetting to take the lens cap off.
Artists like Jerry Uelsmann achieved remarkable results by skillfully layering multiple negatives together, creating surreal analog imagery. Their work is even more impressive when considering the absence of Photoshop or other post-processing tools. Photographers had to painstakingly expose multiple negatives onto photo paper, with a single photo sometimes taking hours to create.
These days, film photography is a dying art. Even the most dedicated hipsters may find it challenging to pursue due to the unavailability of essential chemicals and products from major companies like Kodak, which have shifted their focus to digital technologies. Beyond that, many people are unaware of the intricacies involved in film photography. The need to purchase and load film, coupled with the cost of development, has made film photography a niche hobby that many members of Gen Z will likely never experience.
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