How to get perfect exposures on film

Today I'm sharing my experiences with 35mm film in regards to how best expose the film for optimal photographs.

#35mm #filmphotography #35mmfilmphotography

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Chapters:
00:00 - 00:42 - Introduction
00:42 - 01:49 - When you need to think about exposure
01:49 - 03:01 - How exposing film works
03:01 - 04:36 - How I expose my film
04:36 - 06:00 - Where to learn more
06:00 - 08:12 - Things to keep in mind
08:12 - 09:18 - More things to consider
09:18 - 10:21 - Do I shoot at box speed?
10:21 - 11:01 - That‘s it!

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[teocrawford]

Helloo! :) I hope this video could be of any use to you. If you have any questions left, feel free to leave them in the comments.

Wishing you a lovely week! <3
Teo

[grainfrizz]

To my beginner self, remember that that when Teo says "shadow", what he meant by this is the average shadow area and not the darkest and completely blackest part of shadow.
Expose for that "grey" shadow and not the blackest shadow.

[bosniansr]

Me watching this even though i dont even do film photography, but digital, Theo s channel has motivated me to at least, work harder and give my photos that film look in Lightroom. Then, i found my grandfathers old film camera, luckily its still working and ill be trying it out so these kind of videos help. Thanks Theo, cheers!

[JumpCutJake]

I just got my first film camera this week and am planning to shoot my first roll this weekend. All of your videos have been really helpful!

[thetravelogues]

Instructions unclear. Camera is now cooked well done.

[emal]

Love how considerate u are towards beginners! Great video!

[stevenmccaughan]

I had a group of friends who where photographers and our drinking game was we would walk around a you had to without a meter pick a exposure and if you got it right they had to buy you a beer

[romanluu]

Thank you so much for your videos! I am about to dip my toe in film photography, bought a Minolta Hi-Matic AF for 40 EUR today and I am picking up two rolls of Fujicolor 200 tomorrow. I am glad you explain even things like '1 stop' in the context of light and exposure since many other resources just tell you to overexpose by 1 stop without actually explaining what that means; that's not to say they are doing anything wrong, I am just glad there are resources like your videos which cater to the utmost beginners like myself.

[Epps]

Teo your b-roll is amazing as well as explaining and sharing your experiences with us is story like. Much love from Alaska 👏

[tribalcat]

Love you teo been watching you for a while KEEP GOING

[aglissas]

Right now your videos just hit the right spot. I am working on my final project of my studies and really love your calm and inspirational style. It is realy motivating to keep going with my own projects. Thank you so much.
Additional to the video - your explanation helped actually a lot! I am really excited to go out and shoot more fiilm! :)

[coach_yo]

Thank you for this, I have this app on the rec of many YT’ers just needed a simple “how to” most my cameras don’t have functioning light meters so it’s great to watch this.

[photoguy]

Brilliant pointers. Thank you for making this video. Well done.
Cheers.

[Ralphddd]

Hello! Thank you for the detailed introduction in your video! Exposure is really important for anyone who wants to shoot film well. I've recently started learning metering techniques because I began shooting slide film. I recommend that people who want to meter with a light meter app choose one that includes a spot metering mode. It helps you determine the exposure settings in the highlights and shadows with just one tap on the screen.

[albik]

Love the color grade, your voice, composing of the shots, beautiful video 😍

[annacourter]

Super helpful! Love your work so much. Yesterday I got my first 2 rolls of film back from the lab and was looking for a video about this exactly. Thanks so much! 🙏

[mbbno]

I really enjoy your videos. Can you narrate everything in my life. I really enjoy your voice, accent, and cadence.

[IbrahimSSoral]

Very useful and high quality content. Keep moving Teo!🚀🚀

[chrisstaniforth]

Cheers dude! Really enjoyed this and found it very useful. I've recently been struggling with 'blown out skies'... this i feel may help ☺️ All the best.

[xoperion]

I really hope your eye is fine! Thanks for the entertaining video as always.