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27 January, 2026

Ilford HP5 Plus at a Historical Engine Factory

By Martin H

27 January, 2026

/ Documentary Photography, Ilford Film, ilford HP5+, /

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Geoff Chaplin on Ilford HP5 Plus at a Historical Engine Factory
Well done - 36 excellent frames in an environment that isn't the easiest to photograph in! HP5 suits the sibject…
David Pauley on In Search of Black & White, Appendix 1 – Svema Foto and Derev Pan films from Ukraine
Hi Scott. I loved this article and the photos! You take the reader by the hand and walk us through…
Stephen McGonigle on Ilford HP5 Plus at a Historical Engine Factory
An excellent article and fabulous photographs. You've really managed to capture the atmosphere of the factory. Your use of natural…

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