You’ve always thought your film photos were truly analog—but what if they could be even more so? At Carmencita, we handle thousands of negatives daily, and it’s thrilling to see them turn into scans, prints, or even your next profile picture. But let’s face it: what we see today in the analog world isn’t purely…
So, here it is! By the time you are reading this, unless you were living inside a digital cave, you know Ilford Harman, the British film manufacturer that we’ve known for years for their B&W timeless emulsions, has changed the game by releasing a C41 emulsion, a global release that took everyone by surprise….
As the world moves towards more advanced technologies, airports in Europe and USA have begun using new X-Ray scanners called CT scanners in their security checks. While these scanners may seem like a step towards improved safety, they could have a very damaging effect on your film. This blog post will discuss the differences between…
It’s finally time to open pandora’s box. TIFF vs. JPG, how do they really work? Is one better than the other just because? TIFF (Tagged Image File Format) and JPG (Joint Photographic Experts Group) are two great image formats that are widely used to store digital images. It can be tricky to tell the…
Ever wonder how film is actually manufactured? It’s no secret that analog photography is getting more and more popular, so we can’t help but ask: what does this all mean for the film supply? Fortunately, Smarter Every Day has given us an inside look at the Kodak plant in Rochester, New York, where we…
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[New Return Policy] – We believe your negatives should age by your side
While the convenience of digital archives is undeniable, let’s not overlook the actual, timeless value of your negatives. They aren’t just physical remains; they’re the core of your photographs. In other words, they are your ultimate backup! As photographers, one of our main concerns is the archiving and preserving our work. That’s why we’ve updated…
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