The mailbag features talk of travel cameras, copy stands, and the allure of the Nikonos system. But the jewel of this episode is an interview with France-born, Dublin-based street shooter Valentine de Villemeur. Tune in for insights into her favorite cameras, her shooting style, and her development as a photographer.

John-Michael Mendizza’s copy stand solution: a koolehaoda rail

Looking for an inexpensive way to shoot Nikon glass? Check out the oft-neglected Nikonos system — you can score a body and two lenses for under $150!

Valentine de Villemeur interview — her website and Instagram

Finally: what’s up with Portra 400? We can’t find it anywhere!