I went to Swordcraft with my son one Friday ago with my film camera. It gave me the opportunity to see what its all about and make some photos. Swordcraft was like being on a movie set! The craft, work and art that goes into the outfits and equipment is awesome. Then there is the actual battles which are intense, but everyone is really having a good time...who doesn't need a but of fun? It felt like a really open and happy place to be, where everyone gets to belt each other with awesome weapons.

My usual pastime is using my film on the street and that is a lot slower and more difficult to find/make a great image but still rewarding. This felt like I was cheating, being in this wonderful world of Swordcraft with all of its action and artistry.

When I was unloading the film in the bag, I couldn't get it on the tank reel and bent it, put fingerprints on it, light leaked in when I swapped a new reel in. I made all the mistakes you can but it doesn't matter, the subject is just so appealing to me...and the imperfection and old look adds something to the subject.