Paris Beyond the Tourist Spots: Explorin ...

Paris Beyond the Tourist Spots: Exploring Canal Saint-Martin

Sep 02, 2026

Join me for a film photography photowalk along Canal Saint-Martin in Paris. In this video, I take you beyond the tourist spots to explore Paris while sharing tips on shooting film, street photography and my first impressions of OptiColour 200 film.

Wandering along the historic Canal Saint-Martin offers cinematic views, tree-lined quays, and a local vibe. This time, I'm testing out my very first roll of OptiColour 200 color negative film with my Rolleiflex 2.8F medium-format camera.

This lovely neighborhood boasts cinematic scenery with moody reflections, soft light, and timeless details, making it an area of Paris that I can't wait to visit again.

Watch the video and let me know if you have any questions about this new film.

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