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In this video, I'm sharing everything you need to know to shoot your first sheets of large format 4x5 film, starting with the necessary gear you'll need, how it works, and how to load 4x5 film holders. Then we'll jump on-location and I'll walk you through my process step by step to make an image. I hope this gives you some confidence to get out and try this larger format if it's something you've been interested in.

Intro: 00:00
Why Large Format?: 01:06
How a 4x5 Camera Works: 02:20
Essential Gear: 03:36
Camera Styles: 04:05
Lenses: 06:37
Lens Board: 08:37
Film Holders: 10:28
Dark Cloth: 11:19
Loupe: 11:57
Cable Release: 12:25
Changing Bag: 12:55
Sponsor Message: 13:18
How To Load Film Holders: 14:14
On-Location Shooting: 17:39
Final Image / Close: 23:21


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