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John Bulmer Recipe

Fuji Recipe: John Bulmer Style

  • Film Simulation: Classic Chrome (for its muted, vintage tones and cinematic look)
  • Dynamic Range: DR200 (to retain detail in highlights and shadows)
  • Highlight Tone: -1 (to soften highlights and add an overcast look)
  • Shadow Tone: -1 (for a flatter, documentary feel)
  • Color: -2 (to create the desaturated, muted colors Bulmer often used)
  • Sharpness: +1 (to emphasize textures and detail subtly)
  • Noise Reduction: -3 (to introduce a more natural, film-like grain)
  • Grain Effect: Weak, Small (for a subtle film texture)
  • White Balance: DaylightWB Shift: +3 Red, -4 Blue (to give a slight warmth, mimicking vintage color films like Kodachrome or Ektachrome)
  • ISO: Base ISO (e.g., ISO 200 or 400) for daytime shooting, or ISO 800 for low-light work.

Best Shooting Tips for Bulmer’s Style

  1. Lighting: Embrace natural, diffused light—overcast days or soft window light work best to match the muted look.
  2. Subject Matter: Focus on working-class life, industrial settings, or rural landscapes with human interaction for storytelling depth.
  3. Composition: Look for layers, leading lines, and natural framing that tell a story without being overly staged.
  4. Lens Choice: A 35mm or 50mm equivalent lens is ideal for capturing environmental portraits or wider documentary shots.
  5. Post-Processing Tip: If needed, slightly reduce contrast or add a faint vignette to create an aged film look.

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