This episode spotlights Arizona native and film photographer Christian Marcum, the creative force behind Film Is Dead Studio. Christian shares his path from growing up in small-town Dewey to becoming a key part of Phoenix’s analog revival. He reflects on his early days in the darkroom, how building a tiny home setup reignited his love for the process, and why he’s fully committed to black-and-white film. Christian also opens up about his transition from casual shooter to serious artist, how overexposure changed his approach to printing, and the deeper emotional connection he finds in analog work. With a solo show and photo book on the horizon, Christian talks about what drives his art and the value of staying intentional in a fast-paced digital world.

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Rachel joins us to talk about her creative shift from modeling and makeup to bold, intentional studio photography. We get into self-taught skills, trusting your vision, and why staying flexible can lead to the best opportunities. Plus, we chat about upcoming gallery shows, zine plans, and making lighting less intimidating.

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We’re back with another episode featuring our good friend David, who’s doing something absolutely wild in the world of analog photography: shooting 20x24 instant color portraits using a giant camera from the Nineteen-hundreds. Go big or go home!

We talk about bringing a dead format back to life, hauling a 300-pound camera across state lines, and what it’s like to watch your photo appear before your eyes—larger than life. If you're into film, darkroom experiments, or just love a good photography rabbit hole, this one's for you.

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