Michael joined us from the open road in a Penske truck loaded to the hilt with photo gear. Was really fun talking with Micheal about the preservation of film cameras and the work he is doing to build up his camera store and help ensure a future for camera shooters new and old. Here is a bit more about Michael.

"I was a photographer of everything portraiture/weddings/architecture/commercial/musicians.. As all this was going on I was burning myself out and passion for photography turned to becoming infatuated with the idea of saving film cameras and lenses… this was 2001 right around the rise of the dslr camera.

Fast forward 2 decades later I’m opening my first Analog Camera Shop called

Retro Photo Reading in Reading, Pennsylvania. This location was originally a camera shop for 106 years and I plan to continue the tradition.

Our focus is to carry the most reliable film cameras and lenses.. we process C-41, E6 and B&W in house. We carry all brands and have an unlimited supply of film, film cameras/lenses & accessories. We are by appointment only! Allowing all questions to be answered without rush!

On top of all this I have made it a point to support the mom and pop camera shops across the USA by providing them film cameras and lenses for their inventory along with a reliable source of fresh and expired film.

We are slated to open mid to late August.?"

Follow Michael at https://www.instagram.com/retro_photo_york/

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