Since I posted the "convert to b/w" tutorial I had quite a few requests for my "real"
film grain files. I have fulfilled every request so far, but my bandwith is getting *this* close to its limits. Each grain file is 5MB at highest jpg compression. In order to fund a bandwith update and to keep serving the grain files, I need to charge a small fee of $3.49 per file. Think about it - it's less than a roll of film and you can use the file infinitely.
Once I have received payment via paypal, I will email you a link for the download. I'm not at the computer at all times and it may take me a few hours to create your directory and send you the email. please be patient, during the day (EST) I'll respond right away.
Each file is full frame 35mm, 12.1 MP equivalent and can be used with any digital photo - simply paste the grain into a new layer and set the blending mode to overlay, adjust the opacity to taste. read my great tutorial here
Voila, your digital photo looks as if it was taken with film.

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Comments (8)
Hey I just purchased a grain file. But I don't know where to download it. I used paypal to pay. Where do I download the file?
Bob
Posted by Bob Greenlee | November 7, 2006 9:54 AM
Posted on November 7, 2006 09:54
I will email you a link upon payment
Posted by Markus Hartel | November 7, 2006 10:47 AM
Posted on November 7, 2006 10:47
Stefan Dziewanowski - your email keeps bouncing back, please
provide an alternate email address.
Posted by Markus Hartel | November 19, 2006 2:33 PM
Posted on November 19, 2006 14:33
Hallo Markus!
I just recieved the grainfiles, thankyou.
Could you explain a little more in details how to make it work. Please?
Posted by Susanne | June 4, 2007 1:44 PM
Posted on June 4, 2007 13:44
simply paste the grain into a new layer and set the blending mode to overlay
Posted by Markus Hartel | June 26, 2007 12:21 PM
Posted on June 26, 2007 12:21
Thanks Markus. Your grain files are great.
Posted by Krzysztof | July 31, 2007 1:37 PM
Posted on July 31, 2007 13:37
Thanx markus, you and your photos are great. I bought all 8 grain files and paid them a few minutes ago. Hope you'll get the money!
Thanx
tobias
Posted by tobias buchdrucker | February 1, 2008 11:43 AM
Posted on February 1, 2008 11:43
Hi, Markus
Until now I've never gotten my b&w photos to look exactly like they should. I'm so glad I found your site!
Posted by Brian | August 2, 2008 10:10 AM
Posted on August 2, 2008 10:10