One of my first photos inside the cathedral since the 2019 fire…

Shot on the Nikon FE with Ilford HP5+ inside Nantes Cathedral — a space that rewards patience. The high vaulted ceilings and narrow stained windows create pools of dramatic contrast that HP5+ handles beautifully at box speed. The challenge is managing the exposure gap between illuminated stonework and deep shadows; letting the highlights roll off rather than forcing them gives the image its weight. See the full article: Waiting for the Light: Reclaiming the Cathedral with Ilford HP5+ on IJM Photography.