When I was in college and used to take black and white photographs, I loved the process of manually changing the focus, taking my time to get the proper exposure, developing the photos, and waiting to see the difference in contrast between the lines and the light. Nowadays, I do something similar with this fantastic camera. It transported me back in time in a modern way; I still have to look through the pathfinder and manually adjust the focus while the subject remains still to avoid blurriness, which may be difficult at times but is well worth it once I view the photographs digitally this time. I can still get the same film effect that made me fall in love with this Leica. I must admit that asking people to remain still while I adjust the focus and freeze time is difficult, but it is a lesson for me and my subject to be patient, still, and in the moment, all of which are characteristics we need to practise in this day and age. I began photographing my family and friends. I bring it around with me for an ongoing project that, while I’m not sure what it is yet, is clearly in the works. Here are a few shots I’ve taken since getting my hands on this amazing camera.