Wow, three full weeks in Japan. The longest
vacation we have ever taken, the most time off work I have had since I was 18,
and the farthest place I have ever been from home, both geographically and
culturally. This trip to Japan was whole-heartedly inspired by our trip to
Japan in 2010. One time is simply not enough, and if you don't understand that,
then that is too bad. Japan is a place of ideals. And a place where those
ideals are consciously thought about, planned on, and executed. Granted, this
is my view, as an American foreigner who has spent thirty-seven years watching
the U.S.A. slowly deteriorate into what I believe will ultimately be only a
shred of what it once was, and what it was meant to be. There is no point in
getting into the politics and principles of it. So let's just say that going to Japan is sensory overload. It's an utterly inspiring yet
ultimately depressing, look into a future that could never be for America. Japan is really a very quick breathe of fresh air, to an American
who looks at it the right way.
Wednesday, December 5, 2012
Japan 2012 - Bonus 14: B&W Film (Part 1 of 2)
Now, I don't care what anyone says, you simply cannot achieve this kind of richness and magic with digital, not even with heavy processing and programs that are supposed to make your digital look like film. It is not possible, period. I am glad I am once again shooting film, and all I can say is that Ilford 3200 is incredible. You'll know it when you see it.
Japan 2012 - Bonus 13: Color Film
I only put one roll of color through my FE2, and I thought I would regret not shooting these in B&W. I am happy to say that is not the case.
Japan 2012 - Bonus 11: Night Shots
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| This shot was Linda's idea, and I think it is probably my favorite of all the night shots. Its just amazing how it turned out, with her sweatshirt matching the colors of the ferris wheel. Awesome. |
Japan 2012 - Bonus 10: Hakone Open Air Museum
On your way to the main attractions of the Hakone Round Course, you can make a stop at the Hakone Open Air Museum, which is a really good idea that you won't forget.
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