Yusuke Nakamura Captures Nostalgic Portraits on the New LomoChrome Classicolor 35 mm ISO 200
2One mellow afternoon, Kagawa-based portrait photographer Yusuke Nakamura took our brand new LomoChrome Classicolor 35 mm ISO 200 film out into the fading light. We sat down with him to reflect on a photo series that feels as if time has quietly paused, and to find out what it is about the deep reds and greens of this versatile film that made him fall in love with it.
Welcome back to Lomography Magazine! Could you start by introducing yourself and sharing what usually inspires your photography?
Hello I'm Yusuke Nakamura, a portrait photographer based in Kagawa. I love movies, and I'm particularly drawn to the psychological portrayal in movie scenes and the iconic poster images that define each film. I guess I'm influenced a lot by elements of movies.
Did you have any particular settings you used for this new film?
Since this was my first time using this film and because it’s ISO 200, I decided to shoot outdoor where I had good sunlight. I metered it to be over the box speed.
What's your first impressions of the LomoChrome Classicolor?
Just like the name "Classicolor" suggests, there's a hint of nostalga in the warm color palette, while maintaining a consistent output of true-to-life colors.
What aspects of this film stood out to you?
Its warm color rendering, strong contrast in shadows, and classic yet textured grain are all my favorite. But I can't stress enough how the deep red and green are depicted with this film!
Tell us about your favorite shots from this roll and what makes them special to you.
I got two favorites from this roll: a close-up photo of the model's profile and another with a red streak across the frame.
This photo shows how well this film performs for portraits. The skin tones appear smooth with a moderate grain, and the excellent color reproduction and contrast allow for gentle yet reliable results.
A bit underexposed but this shot still has nice contrast, which helped me understand the versatility of this film. Though it's ISO 200, I think it could handle night portraits pretty well too.
What would you say is a perfect scene for this film?
Since LomoChrome Classicolor has nostalgic colors, I recommend you try portraits. Yet, the deep red and green are reminiscent of LomoChrome Metropolis so, I could try shooting portrait in more modern settings, not just in the name like I did this time.
Any tips for those who will be shooting LomoChrome Classicolor for the first time?
Despite its ISO 200 speed, I think there’s plenty of room to experiment with exposure. You’ll probably end up shooting mostly during the day, but I’d also encourage trying it at night. Personally, I loved how the reds and greens turned out, but I’ve also seen beautiful results in orange, yellow, and blue tones from other photographers. And if you ever feel like your photos are getting too colorful or visually busy, remind yourself that the Classicolor will help you maintain that balance with its nostalgic look.
Any last comments for the readers?
The very idea of a new film coming out in 2025 got me so excited! I want everyone to try a roll, and I can't wait to shoot some more soon!
If you’d like to see more of Yusuke’s portrait work, follow him on Instagram.
Curious how this new film performs at box, over, or under? Discover more in Testing LomoChrome Classicolor ISO 200: Overexposed, Box Speed & Underexposed.
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