We first met Lucy a few years ago and have followed her photography ever since. She is a multi talented artist, photographer and darkroom printer. We're so glad that we now get to share just a small part of her story with you.

I'm happiest when I can be in this type of creative space. Not comparing my work to hers, just the desire to be in the creative mind, not the analytic mind.

@Ilfordphoto

3 жыл бұрын

it is definitely a different mindset as you say. Do you shoot much black and white film in your creative work?

@Stewz66

3 жыл бұрын

@@Ilfordphoto i do, in fact. I shoot HP5+ most of the time. 35mm and 120. I like to shoot portraits in medium format and I enlarge on ilford RC paper. Lol. I'm loyally yours.🙏🏽

@Ilfordphoto

3 жыл бұрын

@@Stewz66 That's what we like to hear:)Thank you. If you're on social then we'd love to see some of your shots. We are @ilfordphoto on IG / Twitter and FB use our tags e.g. #ilfordhp5 to make sure that we see them.

I admire Lucy's process and preparation. Good seeing another female on here :) "You find it, by making it."

@Ilfordphoto

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching Joan-Michel. We're really enjoying how different all of the stories have been so far.

Those 12:50 min after a long day at the office are like a small "reset button" to get this daily stuff out of my brain...really much appreciated & inspiring!

@Ilfordphoto

3 жыл бұрын

A prefect way to wind down after a tough day. We agree. Thanks for watching Christian and taking the time to comment. Do you shoot much film?

@christianonphotography

3 жыл бұрын

@@Ilfordphoto Since I started last year with film again. Its percentage grows. At the moment I do 100% analog again...it´s refreshing to do that because the process is a different, much more relaxed one compared to digital. That doesn´t mean I skipped digital...but at the moment it´s more fun shooting film.

There's a sense of timelessness, distance and intrigue to Lucy's photos; it's like I'm eavesdropping. Robin Witting

@Ilfordphoto

3 жыл бұрын

What a lovely comment Macie, thank you for watching.

I like her peaceful wisdom and the work reflecting it.

@Ilfordphoto

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Nicola. Her work does seem to reflect Lucy herself doesn't it?

@AlocinTZ

3 жыл бұрын

@@Ilfordphoto Totally, and she uses the right film for it! : )

In the underwater-photography section of the video, I held my breath too. Powerful storytelling and a very beautiful story.

@Ilfordphoto

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching Simone - The underwater section is great isn't it? Have you ever tried shooting film under water?

@SimoneScarano

3 жыл бұрын

@@Ilfordphoto I never had. I have "trust issues" when it comes to water+cameras 😅. The whole Lucy's story has been very inspiring though. Her whole process made me thinking about mine and how I can incorporate mood in my own work.

@Ilfordphoto

3 жыл бұрын

@@SimoneScarano I definitely get that. I'm not sure i'd feel confident submerging some of my cameras:)

@MrMauriziomazzoni

3 жыл бұрын

Her work is astonishing but so much confidence inspiring as well!

Wow, what a beautiful body of work. I loved hearing Lucy's thoughts and seeing her process in this video!

@Ilfordphoto

3 жыл бұрын

So glad that you enjoyed it Suzanne,it really feels like we're getting a peek into Lucy's world doesn't it?

An absolutely wonderful video! Thank you for sharing.

What a truly beautiful and inspirational film. Hearing Lucy describe her intent and how her practice is located offers priceless insight and gives the viewer a greater understanding of her work. Quiet, calm and contemplative. Just perfect. Thanks Ilford.

@Ilfordphoto

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for taking the time to watch and leave such great feedback. It;s great to hear how much you enjoyed this video. If you haven't already, then please check out the others in the series. They are all very different but all equally good.

truly great photographs and words by Lucy Ridges. and after some time i couldn't stop thinking about what a hellishly good cinematographer did this small video!! immense work, James Stier.

@Ilfordphoto

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the feedback, and for mentioning James in your comments too. He did a fantastic job on the video didn't he? A very talented videographer.

Thank You Ilford for helping to keep film alive!

@Ilfordphoto

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for shooting it and taking the time to watch our videos. Do you have a favourite ILFORD black and white film?

This was very peaceful.. I'll probably watch again to be in this mood... Work is Very good also... 🙏

@Ilfordphoto

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you - it certainly deserves a 2nd watch :)

This was fantastic, it held me captivated from beginning to end. I admire both Lucy and the filmmaker James greatly. Well done to everyone involved.

@Ilfordphoto

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Ben. We love hearing this positive feedback and I know that Lucy has been enjoying reading these comments too.

A fascinating portrait of Lucy Ridges' beautiful photography. Thanks for the video.

Beautiful work, beautifully captured on beautiful film. Beautiful words and sentiments too. A lovely calming and thought-provoking video to watch.

@Ilfordphoto

3 жыл бұрын

What kind and thoughtful feedback. Thank you for watching Jimmy

Extraordinary film! Thank you so much! ❤

Always feel that film photography is about the artistry of the medium and Lucys video really embraces her vision as photography as Art

fantastic and yet so peaceful. lovely work, thank you for sharing.

Yet another fantastic video from my favourite film manufacturer. Keep up the great work....

@Ilfordphoto

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Paul - Hopefully there are a few more to come this year :) Both in this #MyFilmStory series as well as an #ILFORDInspires and some more How To videos too.

Lovely cinematography 👌

@Ilfordphoto

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Joseph. James is a very talented videographer isn't he?

For me, she is a very inspiring artist. Beautiful thinking, the preparation, experimenting, resulting in such a beautiful art work.

@Ilfordphoto

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching Steven and for taking the time to comment. Do you shoot any film yourself?

@Stevooo1985

3 жыл бұрын

@@Ilfordphoto Hi, yes. Ik Just started with analog photography after 10 years working with DSLR. As a hobby. Not professional. Now I'm in the building process for my darkroom. Almost finished. Using An analog camera makes you think much more about what you want to achive. With digital, you could just make 100 pictures and choose the best one. But I don't think I need to explain this to you guys 😄. I didn't know Iflord as a brand, but now I do and I'm a fan. And you made a lot of amazing tutorials and inspirational video's! Keep up the good work and thank you! Greetings Steven.

@Ilfordphoto

3 жыл бұрын

@@Stevooo1985 What an exciting time. Glad you are enjoying the videos. Once you start processing our own film and printing it gets so addictive!

I love that when people have opinion and talent, you have both.

@Ilfordphoto

3 жыл бұрын

What a great comment! Thanks for taking the time to watch and to comment.

It is so inspiring! Lucy's approach to her ideas is so peaceful and unique to me. Thanks for sharing!

beautifull work and good inspiration...how many memories of distant times...!!! love it...!!! ALWAYS GREAT ILFORD....!!!!!!!

@Ilfordphoto

3 жыл бұрын

It's easier than every to pick up our film camera again and develop your own black and white film ;)

This is great. Loved hearing and seeing the distinction between reality and surrealism. The photos and process are very interesting. Lovely to hear the artists express her thoughts too not just the photos ❤️

I like everything about this, from Lucy's work to the video which is really well done and beautiful to watch. Well done!

Excellent production about a very interesting photographer. Thanks Ilford!

Well done. And thank you for introducing me to Lucy. I've looked at more of her work. Inspiring.

@Ilfordphoto

3 жыл бұрын

Brilliant. It's great that you've taken the time to check out some more of her work too. She really is very talented.

The concept " The camera is reality itself . . . " just - Wow! awesome video and work thank you Ilford and Lucy.

@Ilfordphoto

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Ian. Glad that you enjoyed this one too.

Beautiful, I love Lucy's work.

@Ilfordphoto

3 жыл бұрын

Us too Cameron - Thanks for watching

Wow, what a great short film. Shows all the steps in the process. Beautiful!

@Ilfordphoto

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching :)

Very nicely made film about Lucy's work.

@Ilfordphoto

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Tom - glad you enjoyed it :)

Lucy, I loved your photography work. (it feels like a dream) congratulations from Rio de Janeiro!

Very beautiful work, Lucy!

@Ilfordphoto

3 жыл бұрын

It is isn't it? I think her description of her images as surreal and somewhere between truth and illusion is perfect. The images and prints that Lucy creates are based in reality but cleverly shot to give them this unique mood.

Stunning! What a privilege to watch such a beautiful video captured brilliantly with a captivating story and stunningly gorgeous photographs! Feeling extremely inspired by this! 👏🏾👏🏾🙌🏾

@Ilfordphoto

3 жыл бұрын

That's fantastic to hear. It is a beautiful, inspiring story and Lucy's talent and the talent of James who filmed it shine through. Do you shoot any black and white film yourself?

@inkaststudio

3 жыл бұрын

@@Ilfordphoto Actually, I recently purchased a few rolls of Ilford film. I haven’t shot B&W yet but I’m excited to shoot some B&W portraits once the lockdown eases up in Toronto

@Ilfordphoto

3 жыл бұрын

@@inkaststudio Fantastic. When you do, please share your shots. We love seeing what people are creating with our products. We are @ilfordphoto on IG and Twitter and if you use our #'s e.g. #ilfordhp5 #ilfordfp4 etc then we should see you images.

@inkaststudio

3 жыл бұрын

@@Ilfordphoto I’ll definitely do that, although it’ll be from my personal account 😉 Thanks for reaching out! Awesome to see a big company like Ilford show love! 🙏🏾

what an amazing video, very inspiring. Thanks Ilford

@Ilfordphoto

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching Jhon. Glad that you enjoyed it

Magnificent work. Thank you for sharing.

Wow! This is amazing! Thank you for such a great video. Love her work. Please release more such videos which give us a glimpse of the creative thoughts and journey of great artists.

@Ilfordphoto

3 жыл бұрын

We aim to keep adding to the #MyFilmStory series so make sure you check out the rest of the videos in the playlist. Also, if you like a slightly longer video our ILFORD Inspires series is worth a watch too

@nightfury4756

3 жыл бұрын

@@Ilfordphoto thank you!

Это прекрасно❤️

It is an incredible genre .... love that it finds its place between "truth and illusion" Love the concept and of course the result.

@Ilfordphoto

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you. Her prints are stunning aren't they?

Wow! So inspiring. Thank you for sharing your art and thoughts.

I love these videos, please keep them coming on a consistent basis!

@Ilfordphoto

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Aaron, we hope to keep adding to this series and have some more videos in the pipeline :)

So amazing! I love this series, so intimate to the artist and informative! 🤩🖤

@Ilfordphoto

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Nadja - Glad you're enjoying it. We're hoping to add to it later in the year. Do you shoot much back and white film?

@nadjaamahn3172

3 жыл бұрын

@@Ilfordphoto Oh Yes!! Quite a lot actually, you can see most of my work on IG 🖤 Instagram.com/nadja.amahn

It's a beautiful video, very peaceful.

stunning imagery. very honest.

This is absolutely beautiful!

@Ilfordphoto

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Robbie :)

Woooow...Inspiring...

Wow! Everything about this is beautiful. Big ups to everyone involved.

@Ilfordphoto

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching Constantin, and for leaving a comment. Glad you enjoyed it. Please make sure you check out the rest of the series if you haven't already done so.

who every made this cinematography , you rock ! love everysingle seconds of it !

love this!

great work, love the atmosphere of this video.

@Ilfordphoto

3 жыл бұрын

It has a really nice feel to it doesn't it? Thank you for watching

Lovely!

These are incredible, keep them up.

@Ilfordphoto

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Shayd. Lucy's work is beautiful isn't is?

Really cool and inspiring video of an amazing artist!

@Ilfordphoto

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Holger. We agree Lucy is pretty amazing. Have you watched the other videos in the series?

This is awesome. Well done Lucy!

@Ilfordphoto

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching Melanie. It's a great video that really captures Lucy's artistic process isn't it?

@MelanieKing

3 жыл бұрын

@@Ilfordphoto Absolutely!

I need to watch more videos like this great one. It reminds me the importance of seeing outside the box. Sometimes, age and life’s experiences make us forget to do this. This is definitely an inspiring video from an awesome photographer and awesome film company......FILM LIVES!

@Ilfordphoto

3 жыл бұрын

Definitely. I think we're all guilty of getting comfortable with a way of seeing thing or doing things and it's always good to take on a fresh perspective. From you comment it sounds like you are familiar with our black and white films, do you have a favourite?

@csb65536

3 жыл бұрын

@@Ilfordphoto I do shoot a lot of the ILFORD film. It’s hard for me to pick a favorite,. At any given time, I will take two cameras out with me, one loaded with the HP5 400, and the other with either the FP4, or the PANF 50 ( I really love that fine grain). I also use the DELTA 100, for certain situations, and I’m also looking forward to trying the SFX 200 with the 720nm filter I just bought. I would have to say if I had to pick just one, it would be the FP4. But I do love all the films I mentioned.

@Ilfordphoto

3 жыл бұрын

@@csb65536 Wow - Sounds like you are working your way through the brands. If you like the fine grains of the PANF, make sure that you try the ORTHO PLUS 80. It's a beautiful film. I love shooting it with a yellow filter

Kentmere 400 is my go to. Thanks for posting content about artists.

@Ilfordphoto

3 жыл бұрын

It's a great film. We introduced it originally for the students market, but so many people have adopted it as they like the slightly more contrasty look

Wow! Glad I found this.

@Ilfordphoto

3 жыл бұрын

We're glad you did too:) Thank for watching. Please make sure you check out the other videos in the series kzread.info/head/PLarwq93oldzRMSwItub1oHGTnF-bPoH9T

Nice work, Lucy. Very original.

@Ilfordphoto

3 жыл бұрын

Her process is very original isn't it? We haven't met another photographer and printer who works in the same way. This is why we enjoy the #MyFilmStory series so much

Love your work Lucy xx

@Ilfordphoto

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching Eddy and for taking the time to comment. I know that Lucy is reading them.

So good!

Amazing photos!!

Amazing vision and imagination. Nice to see a Cathode Ray enlarger still in use which adds a 'dream like' image to the final print.

@Ilfordphoto

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks David. Good spot on the enlarger:)

perfect, film and photographs

@Ilfordphoto

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Martin. I take it from your comment that you are a fan of Lucy's choice of ILFORD FP4 film? Do you shoot it yourself?

@martin-f5482

3 жыл бұрын

@@Ilfordphoto yes I do, and also hp5 and I also use ILFORD paper in my darkroom

Best one yet 👏🏻

@Ilfordphoto

3 жыл бұрын

Wow - Thanks Tom. That's really good to hear.

Tan inspirador...💟

Absolutely beautiful.

I love it... truly inspirational

@Ilfordphoto

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Franklin. So glad you enjoyed it

What a beautiful video about the creative process. Talent on display!

@Ilfordphoto

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you. We're loving reading all the amazing feedback on this video and know that Lucy is too. Are you a film photographer?

@VideoBikerDude

3 жыл бұрын

@@Ilfordphoto I have mostly moved to digital in my photography for many reason of health, space, etc however during my many many hours I in the darkroom and shooting film, Hp4 and hp5 were my favorites along with ilford multigrade papers. Nothing will ever come close to that experience in the digital world for me. Watching her talk about the creative process and work in the darkroom brought back so many fond memories. I am happy to see young photographers discover the joy that is analog photography and would love to see more videos like this!

Great talent, wonderful sentiments!!

Beautiful work 🙏🏻 and so inspiring. Thanks

@Ilfordphoto

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching and commenting Jason. It;s great to hear you enjoyed it. Are you a film photographer or artist yourself?

@JasonRenoux

3 жыл бұрын

@@Ilfordphoto I am a film photographer who hasn't shed its digital skin yet :D I used analogue when I was younger, even had a Nikonos V and sold everything to follow the digital crowd to realise much later that I could even process my own film. I jumped back in wholeheartedly. Now I am searching for an excuse to set myself up with a dark room. I love shooting FP4 by the way :) thanks for keeping film alive.

@Ilfordphoto

3 жыл бұрын

@@JasonRenoux We've seen so many people set up home darkrooms in the last year, it's amazing. It is even more addictive than home developing though and you can spend hours darkroom printing without realising it.

I LOVE LUCY

@Ilfordphoto

3 жыл бұрын

Us too!

Amazing artist and beautiful video !

@Ilfordphoto

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks you Remi, she is pretty amazing. Glad you enjoyed the video. You should check out some of the others in the series if you haven't done already:)

3 жыл бұрын

@@Ilfordphoto of course it's already done ;)

Inspiring and beautiful.

... fantastic 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

wonderful!

@Ilfordphoto

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching. Glad that you enjoyed it.

One of the best video/film that I ve seen on yt!

@Ilfordphoto

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Alessandro. What a lovely comment. What is it about Lucy's story that appealed to you?

@alessandrovarini3424

3 жыл бұрын

@@Ilfordphoto her way to create art is what appealed me more, but I have to say that is really well directed and filmed. Then, seeing her developing films remind me a lot my past at the photography's school, doing that alchemy.. great memory. Unfortunately, now I don't develop anymore, costs are too high and in Italy is so hard to find someone who can do it for you. Btw, in my fridge there are 3 hp5 Ilford rolls😁

@Ilfordphoto

3 жыл бұрын

@@alessandrovarini3424 It's getting easier and more affordable to develop yourself. have a look at our store locator, we're adding to it all the time. www.ilfordphoto.com/storelocator

super nice

Fantastic 🙌

@Ilfordphoto

3 жыл бұрын

Great to hear that you enjoyed it. Thanks Scott.

That was awesome

very cool video. Thanks for sharing.

@Ilfordphoto

3 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for watching. Have you got any of the cameras that Lucy used?

@BehindThePhoto

3 жыл бұрын

@@Ilfordphoto Yes, I also use a Mamiya RZ67 II...similar to her RB67.

@Ilfordphoto

3 жыл бұрын

@@BehindThePhoto Nice. I have camera envy :) That one is on my with list along with the Yashica Mat TLR

@BehindThePhoto

3 жыл бұрын

@@Ilfordphoto Yes, it's a keeper for sure!

Beautiful movie :)

Very nice work.

@Ilfordphoto

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Isaias:)

LOVE THIS

@Ilfordphoto

3 жыл бұрын

Brilliant! Are you a film shooter or darkroom printer yourself?

@sidneypallot

3 жыл бұрын

@@Ilfordphoto fortunately both! Recently jumping into medium format film much more and loving it! Been working in darkrooms for nearly two years now and you’ll struggle to get me away from it! If there’s one there, I’ll be using it!

Beautiful and inspiring.

@Ilfordphoto

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Ricky

Lovely intriguing images.

@Ilfordphoto

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Mike

Simply nice.

Fascinating look behind the curtain.

@Ilfordphoto

3 жыл бұрын

It feels intimate doesn't it? Like you are peaking into her world?

This is I feel is a tru art in photography. Some day I will also like to find my art as a photographer. Liked the video and her work 👍

@Ilfordphoto

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks John. I'm sure if you keep shooting film and experimenting then you will find what works best for you.

excellent!

Beautiful.

@Ilfordphoto

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching. It is a beautiful story isn't it? Do you shoot any black and white film yourself?

@barteklipski6270

3 жыл бұрын

@@Ilfordphoto I do. I have actually shot some 35mm Pan F+ today. I wish I had space for an enlarger. I feel like I'm missing out a lot by only scanning the negatives.

I feel inspired...

@Ilfordphoto

3 жыл бұрын

Shall we expect to see some underwater shots from you soon?

That was beautiful and inspiring.

@Ilfordphoto

3 жыл бұрын

What a lovely comment. Thank you so much for watching.

Thanks for nice video.

...wow...thanks.

@Ilfordphoto

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching

Nicely done video... I appreciate her thought process "between truth and illusion"... I found the photos weird and interesting... A bit disquieting... That's the feeling a get looking at them... And it seems to me she has fun making them... Good work.

@Ilfordphoto

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Tony, it's been interesting to hear how other view her images and read into them. I think her own description of them being surreal and between truth and illusion fits perfectly doesn't it?

@tonyparatore888

3 жыл бұрын

@@Ilfordphoto well... I'm not sure about the surreal... But I think between truth and illusion nails it well... Maybe it's also a matter of taste... Obviously of feeling...

我也试图理解这样的艺术，但仍然无法理解。但我喜欢她的工作过程，更喜欢这个视频的拍摄手法和展现效果。

@Ilfordphoto

3 жыл бұрын

If we all liked the same thing s and working the same way then life would be boring! Thank you for taking the time to watch. Make sure that you watch the other videos in the series, you may find that one of them resonates more with your style.

@Xiaoyi_Wang

3 жыл бұрын

@@Ilfordphoto Thank you. You are right!!!

how unique...thank you.

@Ilfordphoto

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching and taking the time to leave a comment. Do you shoot black and white film at all?

@SuperJupiter33

3 жыл бұрын

@@Ilfordphoto I worked with film when i was younger, but not really ever learning how to process myself. now I am digital but enjoy conversion into black and white.after watching this contemplating dusting off older camera.

@Ilfordphoto

3 жыл бұрын

@@SuperJupiter33 You should definitely dust of your old camera. It's easier than every to process yourself - (kzread.info/dash/bejne/hnx1z8StgpSxoMo.html ) Or, if you don't fancy it there are loads of labs that can process for you. :)

Just amazing :)

@Ilfordphoto

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Krishnan. We think that Lucy's pretty amazing too and the clever direction and filming by James help to frame her creative process perfectly. It's not easy to film in a darkroom either!

@krishnansrinivasan830

3 жыл бұрын

@@Ilfordphoto It was a great experience 🙏 Best wishes to your team 🙂