Welcome to my journal  

Welcome to my journal. Yes, I'll call it a "journal" because starting a "blog" would feel like too much of a low point in my late twenties. A personal space for ideas, insights, and stories shaped by photography, adventure, and the moments in between..

Shooting Expired Portra in Maine

This past end of summer, i spent a couple of months working a seasonal retail job in Bar Harbor, Maine. This was my second stint at this job and I was so happy to be living so close to the water- right on Main Street. Months prior, I had bought 3 rolls Portra 160VC film from eBay that had expired in 2012. I knew I was taking a risk with expired film, but it was stored refrigerated and I overexposed it by one stop to account for each decade since its expiration date. However, I've never shot Portra 160VC so I have no work of my own or experience to compare to.

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About journal

Journal began as a quiet corner for personal expression, a digital notebook to capture fleeting thoughts and develop deeper ideas. This space is dedicated to authentic reflection and exploration, a 'just for me' project that I'm now delighted to share with you. Every post is crafted with care, offering a glimpse into my perspectives and passions.