FIND in a Box | Personal Review
New to film? This is the place to go. Want to get better with film? Also the place to go.
You know when someone tells you have to try something? I.E. a restaurant, an experience, destination, etc and they build it up so much that you’re inevitably disappointed? This is the OPPOSITE of that.
New to film? This is the place to go. Want to get better with film? Also the place to go.
You know when someone tells you have to try something? I.E. a restaurant, an experience, destination, etc and they build it up so much that you’re inevitably disappointed? This is the OPPOSITE of that.
My very first wedding portraits on film. Not bad - but I sure didn't feel confident in what I was doing. Annnnd that 3rd image is out of focus because I didn't realize that film has a WAY shallower depth of film than digital does.
FIND (film is not dead) is basically a film workshop in a box and it’s made up of 400+ pages of PDFs & Videos so that you can become confident with gear, stocks, rating, metering, posing, personal work, and so much more. You literally get to behind the scenes and see how Jon works and then watch him explain the why. And if you’re on the go and need to look something up? No problem. There’s an online login that will give you access to the content anywhere.
I know what you’re thinking – “It’s probably so boring to just read information and not interact with people” And you’re wrong on both accounts. For one, the way Jonathan writes is incredibly entertaining – you won’t even realize how long you’ve been immersed in this goodness. And two, you get to interact with people via the exclusive Facebook group of other FIAB compadres. This means a warm welcome, instant friends, a place to ask questions, and zero judgment.
From my personal experience, the content and the online community has played a huge role in finding my voice through film and giving me the confidence to shoot with different stocks in a variety of situations because I’m no longer limited by my lack of knowledge. Before FIAB I was never “bad”, I just didn’t know exactly what I was doing and didn’t know I could push (literally) the limits I thought film had. Now I can walk into a session and know what I want the end outcome to look like and plan accordingly on the front-end to achieve that result. This means that now every family and engagement session is done completely on film which frees me up to do what I love most (shoot) and do less of what I hate (sit behind a computer).
So honestly I'd shout this from the roof tops forever for free but instead I became an affiliate. Jonathan worked it out so every time you purchase through my link, I get some cash in my pocket. This is what we call a win, win, win.
And one more thing, it’s usually $1,299 and even if it were double the price, I’d tell you to buy two because it’s worth every penny. However, another win for you, it’s on sale and there's new payment plans.
So get on it – click HERE.
And while you're at it, here's a short preview of different lighting situations that we were able to feel confident in because of FIND in a box.
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Carol & Athos | Lighthouse Point Yacht Club | Miami, Florida
Just off the coast of Miami on Pompano Beach, our dear friends kicked off their marriage with a huge celebration. After romantic portraits outside the Boca Express Train Museum, Carol and Athos exchanged their vows at a yacht club with their incredible community cheering them on.
Just off the coast of Miami on Pompano Beach, our dear friends kicked off their marriage with a huge celebration. After romantic portraits outside the Boca Express Train Museum, Carol and Athos exchanged their vows at a yacht club with their incredible community cheering them on. In true Brazilian fashion, we literally danced the night away before sending them off. Carol and Athos, we love you two and are so honored to have been part of your incredible wedding!
View their Downtown Lynchburg Engagement session here.
Venue | Lighthouse Point Yacht Club
Videography | Collins Completel Media
Engagement Ring | Tiffany & Co.
Florals | Ana Braga
Hair & Makeup | Ronaldo Lisboa
Wedding Dress | Leggenda Bridal
dj | Vlad DJ
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Pentax 67ii | Pentax 645nii | Nikon F6
Portra 160 | HP5
Scanned by The FIND Lab
Naama & David | Beth Ahabah & Marble Hall Wedding | Richmond, Virginia
There are so many things we love about the way this couple they chose to start off their marriage - with family, heritage, culture, community, and amazing French Connection shoes. Naama and David first met at Tel Aviv University and reconnected later in Washington DC at Zaytinya - a Jose Andres' restaurant - where the menu read, "Are you ready for this because I believe your life is going to change forever."
There are so many things we love about the way this couple chose to start off their marriage - with family, heritage, culture, community, and amazing French Connection shoes. Naama and David first met at Tel Aviv University and reconnected later in Washington DC at Zaytinya - a Jose Andres' restaurant - where the menu read, "Are you ready for this because I believe your life is going to change forever." Later, David went back to the restaurant, got one of the menus, and framed it for Naama as a gift. They've started the tradition of going back for every anniversary and it's even where they got engaged!
We are incredibly honored to have been a part of these joyful moments in your lives. Congrats Naama and David - we love you and your love!
Ceremony Venue | Congregation Beth Ahabah
Reception Venue | Marble Hall at the VMFA
Florals | The Flower Guy Bron
Hair | Soft Parade in Richmond
DJ/Band | Sam Hill Bands
Videography | Kelsey & Nate
Cake | David Craig
Catering | VMFA
Invitations | The Bride - Naama Ben-Daat
Wedding Dress | Madison James
Bridesmaid's Dresses - Mori Lee
Scan Lab | The FIND Lab
Second Shooter | Folklife Photography
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Jackie & Dan | Sierra Vista Engagement | Forest, Virginia
It was just a week ago that we were traveling across the country to Seattle and Vegas for weddings and babies. While my body is still adjusting to the gloriousness of switching time zones, I am beyond thrilled to share this engagement session today.
It was just a week ago that we were traveling across the country to Seattle and Vegas for weddings and babies. While my body is still adjusting to the gloriousness of switching time zones, I am beyond thrilled to share this engagement session today.
The night before we flew out of town, Jackie and Dan brought their A-game to Forest, Virginia and let me tell you, this shoot made me want to do every single engagement session at Sierra Vista. The evening was relaxed, the sunset was amazing, and these guys were so incredibly joyful. Wrap that up in a cozy yellow blanket, and you’ve got a major win.
Jackie and Dan, hanging out with you two felt like catching up with friends and we can’t wait to celebrate with you in New Jersey later this year!
