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Conceptual photographer. Publisher of Darkrooms Magazine & Newsletter Newsletter https://marcelborgstijn.substack.com Magazine https://darkroomsmagazine.com All https://borgstijn.nl/linktree

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Darkrooms Magazine issue #9 The already 9th edition of the magazine packed with projects and essays in 212 pages. Readers of this newsletter get it FREE!

Darkrooms Magazine #9 is FREE to download. Eleven remarkable photo projects and essays on 216 pages.
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07.10.2025 19:41 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Love that story.

07.10.2025 19:39 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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This Tuesday... 11 new projects in a new Darkrooms Magazine.

Are you as excited as I am?

05.10.2025 21:32 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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For those who want to see an impression of my exhibition during Art Route Culemborg, her's a one minute video.

03.10.2025 22:11 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Just received this photo from the couple that bought my work โ€˜Oevers van toen en altijdโ€™ (Shores of then and forever) during last weekend's Art Route Culemborg.

Isn't it lovely?

03.10.2025 21:03 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Sneak peak of this weekend's exhibition. Some big works, some tiny

26.09.2025 22:15 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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One more week before the exhibition for Kunstroute Culemborg starts, 27-28 September. Drop by if you're around

21.09.2025 07:36 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Streets of London. Staring

17.09.2025 08:16 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Angles do matter

06.09.2025 15:14 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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DARKROOMS MAGAZINE | SPOTLIGHT #2 The magic continues. Just a few months after launching the first SPOTLIGHT collection, I'm thrilled to present SPOTLIGHT Issue #2 โ€“ another remarkable gathering of one hundred photographers and their ...

Darkrooms Magazine SPOTLIGHT issue 2 is released.

100 photographers showing their favourite photo and telling why this one's touches them.

Get your copy:
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30.08.2025 12:48 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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One of the latest diptychs from my current project, still nameless so suggestions are welcome.

Olympus PEN-EES2, Kodak Tri-X (expired in '16)

29.08.2025 15:06 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

...and what a cover photo it is! So happy with this edition.

27.08.2025 20:53 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Excited for tomorrow. Release date for SPOTLIGHT issue 2

25.08.2025 19:19 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Been strolling through the floodplains and groynes of the river Lek. This is my home. Ultimate relaxation.

24.08.2025 13:19 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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โ€œWhen the power of love overcomes the love of power, the world will know peace.โ€
- Jimi Hendrix

11.08.2025 16:05 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Looking for inspiration?

Get the first 7 issues of Darkrooms Magazine in this bundle with 30% discount. From $13,85 to $19,85. This collection represents 1,111 pages showcasing 86 distinctive projects across 7 carefully curated editions

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10.08.2025 13:28 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Scavenging for emerging talents to feature in Darkrooms Magazine issue 9 (publish date 2 September)

Got an interesting project of at least 15 photos?

Submit via tally.so/r/mR2ZeJ

09.08.2025 21:27 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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The Cotswold, summer 2025

09.08.2025 19:15 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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So, did I miss the introduction for the GRIV?

#ricoh #ricohgr

07.08.2025 13:16 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Enjoying the good life, in the Cotswolds

05.08.2025 16:52 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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DARKROOMS MAGAZINE | ISSUE #8 Darkrooms Magazine - Issue #8The eight issue of the quarterly published Darkrooms Magazine, where photo series are accompanied with essays describing the project, process and the learnings.This editio...

Just 10 more daysโ€ฆ

The eight issue of Darkrooms Magazine marks three incredible years. Download the premium high-resolution magazine (254Mb) and pay whatever feels right: $5, $3, $1, or even $0. No judgment, just appreciation for three years of support.

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20.07.2025 11:46 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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71% now thanks to my new 'add-on' - a Behind the Scenes print from making the work, walking the 1000km in the cold, wet, windy, grey, wonderful landscape.

This sheep from Consiton is proving very popular!
I need to give her a name.
Perhaps local, @deborahparkin.bsky.social can help out with ideas?

17.07.2025 13:41 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 19    ๐Ÿ” 2    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 3    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Lazy Sunday. After a nice photoshoot with relatives, now enjoying a cold beer, cosy chair and a nice read. What else do you need? Cheers.

13.07.2025 13:08 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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New diptych. Olympus PEN-EES2 half frame. Ilford Delta 100 (expired for 10y)

11.07.2025 15:28 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 10    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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New diptych. Olympus PEN-EES2 half frame. Ilford Delta 100 (expired for 10y)

09.07.2025 20:10 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 11    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Edition 8 marks 3 years of Darkrooms Magazine, and I wanted to celebrate with something special. Get the premium magazine (254Mb) - and decide what it's worth to you.

Pay whatever feels right: $5, $3, $1, or even $0. No judgment.
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01.07.2025 06:55 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Allow me to present the curated list of photographers who will be featured in Darkrooms Magazine #8

Release date Tuesday, 1 July

29.06.2025 16:21 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Final edits are being made to issue 8 of Darkrooms Magazine. This is a special issue. It marks my three-year anniversary, so I have decided to treat my subscribers to a gift.

So good to work on this ultra wide screen.

28.06.2025 16:17 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Darkrooms | Marcel Borgstijn | Substack Your weekly lens into photography's distinctive stories, featuring artist interviews, creative inspiration, and thought-provoking projects. Home of the quarterly Darkrooms Magazine. Click to read Dark...

Darkrooms Magazine #8 is almost here!

It features stunning 10 portfolios like the legendary Michael Kenna โ€“ a master who has published over 90 photobooks.

Even more exciting: this issue marks Darkrooms' 3-year anniversary, so enjoy a very special gift for subscribers: marcelborgstijn.substack.com

27.06.2025 15:20 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 4    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Farewell Instagram: Why I'm finally walking away This covert tracking is one violation too many | New interviews

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10.06.2025 19:51 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

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