""I've always been interested in photography as part of preserving memories, and it makes me want to capture how my life exists in the moment," Vrijmoet said. "It's about the community effort and sharing tunes and oral tradition.""
""Photography is not inherently social, so it's nice to have a place to go to talk to other photographers and be in the creative space with others," Vrijmoet said. "I've learned so mu"
Mieke Vrijmoet rediscovered a 35mm SLR and began photographing their neighborhood while walking their dog. Vrijmoet enrolled in classes at Franklin Foto to learn black-and-white film techniques. Backyard music sessions with friends merged old-time string band music and analog photography in Vrijmoet's work. Two of Vrijmoet's photos appear in Noise & Grain, an exhibition at Franklin Foto running through Dec. 31 that features images of local musicians and live performances. Franklin Foto provides a community darkroom with 12 enlargers, shared trays, chemicals, and a washing area. Classes on framing, lighting, and developing cap at eight and often sell out; anyone can sign up bringing only film and paper.
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