Photographing Actor Justin Hartley for a Magazine: Behind the Scenes on Film

Braedon Flynn (founder of Film Supply Club) photographed actor Justin Hartley for a magazine editorial, shooting on film with medium format cameras. This behind-the-scenes video shows the full process from setup to final frames, offering a rare look at how professional editorial film photography actually works.

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Film Used on This Shoot

Kodak Portra 400 120

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Frequently Asked Questions

What camera do professional photographers use for editorial work?

Medium format cameras are the standard for editorial and magazine photography. The Pentax 67, Mamiya RZ67, and Contax 645 are the most popular among working photographers who shoot on film. They use 120 format film and produce large negatives with exceptional quality.

What film is best for editorial portraits?

Kodak Portra 400 in 120 format is the industry standard for editorial portrait photography. Its natural skin tones, fine grain, and wide exposure latitude make it reliable in studio and on-location conditions.

Where can I buy medium format film for professional work?

Film Supply Club stocks Kodak Portra 400 and Ektar 100 in 120 format. Browse all 120 film here and save more with a Film Supply Club membership.


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