Being a photographer that specializes in shooting live subjects has been difficult during this global pandemic. As we are not able to be around others except for our immediate households it has taken quite a hit on what I do professionally. We cannot gather our full teams, meaning: fashion stylists, makeup artists, hairstylists, and of course models. I had to find a way to scratch the itch, and by that, I mean taking photographs. I had been hoarding a few rolls of CineStill 800T for quite a few months now. I had hopes of using this specific film for a night time project or editorial when the weather got warmer and allowed for longer shooting times.
I want to remind you that I exclusively only take photographs of people. Specifically, I find it quite hard to compose a photograph without having live subjects. I decided that I needed to go out, and give it my best shot, with proper equipment of course (I wore an N95 mask and latex gloves). I frequented local places that would often have a large expanse of people at night. I was intrigued by the emptiness and thought with this film it could give a mood of loneliness straight out of camera.
If you are familiar with this film then you would be familiar with the colors it renders, and the halation around the light sources. Given that, I was mostly happy with the results of these photographs. Overall, it was a challenge for me from the beginning, and taking steps out of my comfort zone. I believe I will in the future take more chances on projects like these. And, not limit myself as much in my field of photography.
My equipment for this consisted of Canon EOS650, Canon EF 24-70mm F/2.8 MK2, Canon EF 70-200 F/2.8MK3, and of course a single roll of CineStill 800T.
Chinatown, Los Angeles
My girlfriend has the best companion during this time <3
People gotta have tacos no matter what.
Covid-19 victim was the owner of this establishment.
Alley by my house.