So over five years ago I met a wonderful young women named Meagan, and we started dating. I was pretty heavy into photography at this point and she was very supportive. Even when I started into LF she loved the experience and pushed me forward whenever I was down or screwed up or whatever.
One of the first dates we ever had was in Waycross, GA (where she's from) - we were driving around found this really cool abandoned church. I of course had to stop and take photos.
Over the years we came back to this church often. It was "our place." I loved to shoot there, especially the interior.
Meagan got a new job this year and had to move away, though luckily only about 5 hours away. I have been having some real struggles with what I'm going to do after I finish my contract at my current position. She's been there for me and supportive of my decision, which will likely result in some economic hardships for a time. But I digress. Photography and especially LF and film in general has become a real passion in my life and so I couldn't think of any where better to make things official.
I totally surprised her with this and I am very happy that I chose to capture this moment in the coolest way possible...with LF film of course!
For those interested - Chamonix 45n1, 58mm f/5.6 XL @ f/11 and 1/2 second, Ilford HP5+ developed in Acufine. Air bulb release.
Sorry for the "blog post"
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