Uploaded August 2018 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
In this video, I simplify how to use colored filters with black and white film photography. (The principles discussed are the same for any format- 35mm, 120, etc.)
Summary of Important Tips:
Why would you want to use colored filters with black and white film photography?
- To color correct an image
- To add contrast
- For artistic effect
How do you use the filters correctly?
- Use the same colored filter for the color that you want to lighten in your image (i.e. A red tomato changes from dark gray to white if a red filter is used)
- To darken a color in your image use a complimentary colored filter (i.e. If you want to make a GREEN pepper appear as a darker shade of gray, use a RED filter.
What are some uses for these particular colored filters?
- Yellow is a great general-purpose filter. It is also good for portraits.
- Orange works well for architecture, and for street photography
- Red is a great landscape filter and can create a dramatic or dynamic scene.
Freestyle Photo Article:
https://www.freestylephoto.biz/black-and-white-filters-tutorial
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* 1. Sharing the video (IT’S FREE!)
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Hi there. I'm Chris. Film is more fun is a place where I share about whatever busted up old camera I'm currently shooting and tinkering with, or my meanderings in film photography.
It would be pretty rad if you said what's up. I'm 99% friendly. Definitely do that.
Disclaimer: If you want technical proficiency go watch 'The Art of Photography' (love that show). These videos are more like an elderly person navigating a tv clicker.
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Ilford,fuji, film, kodak, multipleexposure, doubleexposure, tmax, kodak, ilford, delta, filmismorefun, develop, selfdevelop, photography, analog, lightroom, adobe, darkroom, olympus, nikon, pentax, minolta, canon, 35mm, 120, portra, superia, fujifilm, diy, lomo, lens,
In this video, I simplify how to use colored filters with black and white film photography. (The principles discussed are the same for any format- 35mm, 120, etc.)
Summary of Important Tips:
Why would you want to use colored filters with black and white film photography?
- To color correct an image
- To add contrast
- For artistic effect
How do you use the filters correctly?
- Use the same colored filter for the color that you want to lighten in your image (i.e. A red tomato changes from dark gray to white if a red filter is used)
- To darken a color in your image use a complimentary colored filter (i.e. If you want to make a GREEN pepper appear as a darker shade of gray, use a RED filter.
What are some uses for these particular colored filters?
- Yellow is a great general-purpose filter. It is also good for portraits.
- Orange works well for architecture, and for street photography
- Red is a great landscape filter and can create a dramatic or dynamic scene.
Freestyle Photo Article:
https://www.freestylephoto.biz/black-and-white-filters-tutorial
-
Ways to support the channel if you choose to:
* 1. Sharing the video (IT’S FREE!)
* 2. Affiliate Links (Amazon)
35mm Cartridge Opener Tool: amzn.to/2HoUBT3
Fuji Superia Color Film (35mm, 3 Rolls) - amzn.to/3z22qUO
Tmax 400 Black and White Film (35mm, 2 Rolls) - amzn.to/3p2JClJ
Kodak F9 Point and Shoot 35mm Film Camera - amzn.to/3z6GvMy
Iford Sprite 35mm Point and Shoot Film Camera - amzn.to/32JQcV6
Cinestill Color Film Home Develop Chemicals - amzn.to/3qwCVqS
Patterson Develop Tanks - amzn.to/3qs1ipF
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FIMF Links:
Website- filmismorefun.com
Instagram- instagram.com/filmismorefun
Facebook- facebook.com/filmismorefun
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Music Credits: bensound.com
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Hi there. I'm Chris. Film is more fun is a place where I share about whatever busted up old camera I'm currently shooting and tinkering with, or my meanderings in film photography.
It would be pretty rad if you said what's up. I'm 99% friendly. Definitely do that.
Disclaimer: If you want technical proficiency go watch 'The Art of Photography' (love that show). These videos are more like an elderly person navigating a tv clicker.
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Tags:
Ilford,fuji, film, kodak, multipleexposure, doubleexposure, tmax, kodak, ilford, delta, filmismorefun, develop, selfdevelop, photography, analog, lightroom, adobe, darkroom, olympus, nikon, pentax, minolta, canon, 35mm, 120, portra, superia, fujifilm, diy, lomo, lens,
