Jens Mauthe Releases Black-and-White Photo Essay on Material Wear and Low-Light Environments in Richmond
Richmond, Virginia, 14th January 2026, ZEX PR WIRE, Film photographer Jens Mauthe has released a new photo essay focused on low-light interiors and signs of physical wear in overlooked Richmond structures. The project, shot entirely on black and white film and hand-printed in a home darkroom, continues Mauthe’s disciplined analog workflow and expands his public archive of process-based photography.
This series highlights how film renders subtle tonal shifts in dimly lit spaces. Mauthe photographed corners, baseboards, scuffed floors, and ambient surfaces where daylight barely reached. Many scenes are lit only by bounce light or window edge glow. To manage this, Mauthe selected slower films known for their latitude and shadow detail, pushed one stop only when necessary, and carefully contro...
