Jenny’s been capturing stories on film since 2010 and started her career officially in 2014. Based in Hong Kong, she travels worldwide.

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Why did you start shooting film?

Film serves my aesthetic and gives me the look I simply love.  Shooting film not only is an exciting process itself, but also opens up my imagination, improves my skills, and brings my creation to the next level which is so important for a professional photographer.

What was the most confusing thing for you when starting to shoot film?

I was already a film lover and shooter a few years before I became a photographer.  Luckily that experience helped me a lot when I brought film into my career. But I did have a hard time shooting in complex lighting situations for example. 

What’s the most effective way to start getting the scans you like from your film lab?

Talk to them. Talk to them. Talk to them.

And secondly, gathering some reference photos that can describe your preference the best. I also send ‘before and after’ photos to my lab so they can understand exactly what I like and dislike. That helps a lot too! 

Do you shoot 100% film or are you hybrid? Why?

I used to shoot 100% film for quite a time but now I am a hybrid for better results. The clients trust me with the most important day of their life, as much I want to shoot film, the highest priority should always be the quality of photos I deliver and the moments to capture.

We all love the colours and textures of film, but meanwhile we have to admit that in some particular situations (e.g. low light) it doesn’t work as perfectly as in ideal settings. And we should never allow ourselves to miss any moment because of the equipment in our hands.   

What should you consider and what should you pay attention to when you choose your film lab?

I have tried different film labs globally. I think the communication is what I value most because I need not only to choose a lab which does an amazing job but also one that is reliable and trustworthy. 

Do you outsource your editing? Why?

Yes, I do! I tried out The Ginger Lab and instantly fell in love with them! They made things so easy and have saved me a lot of time! 

Did outsourcing your editing affect your financial profitability? In what way? 

With no doubt it led to some extra expenses but at the same time it saved a part of costs from purchasing & processing film.  

What’s the most effective way to start getting the edits you like from your editing lab?

When you’re shooting an event, make sure you shoot some film in different settings as much as you can, so the lab can have examples as reference. The Ginger lab does a great job matching my digitals and film scans!