Field notes

Short notes about hiking trails, film photography and home-roasted coffee.

Autumn in the lake district

September

The trail around the northern lakes turns amber by late September. Pack a warm layer; the wind picks up after four.

Developing Portra at home

August

C-41 at home is easier than it looks: a sous-vide stick holds 38°C well enough for consistent results.

Light roast notes

July

Ethiopian naturals keep surprising me. First crack plus ninety seconds seems to be the sweet spot.