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KEN GRIFFITHS BUREAU
Welcome to our dedicated space honouring the remarkable legacy of Ken Griffiths (1945-2014). Here, you'll discover a curated collection of his finest works alongside the masterpieces of other talented analogue photographers from the past. Join us in celebrating analogue photography's beauty and enduring charm and precious gifts. Experience the art that captures moments in time like no other medium can.
"It’s a matter of selection in advance instead of selection afterwards. With your standard 35 mil camera, you’re often tempted just to spray off shots and do the choosing later. With a camera that makes just one image at a time, you have to plan out what you want to do carefully, and you have to really want to do it… It’s a completely different attitude, but one that appeals to me a lot. Say you’re driving in a rainstorm and see something that you think you might want to shoot. With a 35 mil you’ll just stop, jump out, shoot and get straight back in the car. With a Gandolfi you know that you have to be reconciled to a soaking. But the image will probably be that much more concentrated, that much more special [large format cameras teach discipline and patience]. And the sheer clarity of the image can just be astonishing."
Ken Griffiths, 1989
Gandolfi: A Family Business
(2004)
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Gandolfi - Family Business (Remastered)
Explore the Mastery of Craftsmanship with Gandolfi - A Family Business
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Step into the fascinating world of Gandolfi, the legendary camera-making workshop, in this evocative documentary chronicling the days of the Gandolfi brothers’ iconic legacy. Gandolfi - A Family Business is now available online for the first time, bringing this extraordinary piece of history to a global audience. This captivating film unveils the nearly forgotten art of crafting plate cameras, showcasing the unmatched skill, passion, and dedication that defined the Gandolfi name for generations.
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Ken and David Griffiths shot this timeless documentary over two decades. It is a poignant tribute to an unparalleled craft. Experience the story of an artistry that refuses to fade into obscurity. Don’t miss the chance to own or rent this extraordinary film. Discover the heart of photographic history—before it’s gone forever.