Uploaded June 2021 | Updated September 2026, 5 days ago

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Last week we worked with color filters for B&W film. This week we're shooting a black and white film that encourages use of a colored filter, infrared! Head out into the field with me and learn about the process and challenges of working with large format IR film.

Film used: (expired) Efke IR 820c

Filter used: R72 (reduces exposure 5 stops)
Camera: 8x10" Tachihara Double Extension field camera
Lenses: Schneider Super Angulon 121mm f/8
Schneider Super Symmar XL 150mm f/5.6

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Reveni Labs Kickstarter Update: kickstarter.com/projects/mattbechberger/reveni-labs-spot-meter-tiny-spot-meter-for-your-film-camera/posts

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Content by Mat Marrash: matmarrash.com

#largeformat #filmphotography #infrared

00:00 Intro
00:56 Infrared Basics
03:32 Warm-Up Shot
05:01 Metering IR
06:20 Reveni Update!
08:55 2nd Shot
11:45 Intermission
13:00 What I Look For
13:50 Focus & 3rd Shot
15:29 The Payoff
16:45 Final Shot
19:52 Wrap-Up