There are places that seem made to be captured on film. That’s the case with the Snowdonia National Park, the wild heart of North Wales, where nature, light and silence blend into scenes that feel like dreams. It’s right here that the new photographic project by Jan Gottweiss comes to life—also known as Jan onFilm on Instagram.
A German photographer based in London, Jan Gottweiss documents the quiet beauty of everyday life—from urban corners to natural landscapes—with a poetic eye and an almost artisanal approach to analog photography. He shares his images and behind-the-scenes through his blog and regularly takes part in photowalks, workshops, and educational projects linked to the analog world.
This project is an intimate and honest visual diary: 36 medium format images, contact sheets, behind-the-scenes shots and technical details that tell the story behind the creative process. The protagonists of this visual journey are his Kodak Gold 200 and Portra 400 films, chosen for their color versatility, shot using the compact Fuji GS645W—perfect for mountains, mist and ever-changing views.
What makes this project truly unique is the decision to hand-print all 36 images in the darkroom before digitizing them. This method allows for soft, rich prints with a tactile fidelity that goes far beyond a simple negative scan. A creative ritual Jan fully embraces, transforming printing into an expressive extension of photography.
The project also includes behind-the-scenes content documenting the full process: darkroom images, contact sheets, prints and scans side by side. Each step is shared to reveal the work behind every frame and to craft a fully immersive visual experience.
This is not just about what Jan saw, but about how he felt immersed in the nature of North Wales—an emotional, sensory experience.
The release of these photographs is planned between late 2025 and early 2026, in a carefully curated Zine that reflects the same level of attention Jan gives to his analog prints. A project made for lovers of analog photography, visual storytelling, and collectible art.
