The realm of photography is a world that is in a constant state of evolution.

While time changes the traditions of the photographic process, some photographers choose to work in some of the earlier forms of the artwork.

Jacie Feuer, a senior applied psychology major, is one of the few students at Pace who practices the art of 35 millimeter (mm) black and white film photography.

As one of three declared photography minors at Pace, Feuer strives to constantly challenge the limits of the process and increase her understanding of both the image and the camera itself.

Feuer decided to pursue a photography minor when she realized by taking as many photography courses that she has throughout her four years at Pace she had enough credits.

“It is something I love and feel passionate about, doing darkroom work centers me, having it on paper that I was a minor wasn’t as significant as ensuring that I could continue to explore and pursue my passion of photography,” she said.

Feuer first experience of photography was at sleep-away camp when she was only eight or nine years old. She greatly enjoyed the brief experience and look forward to a time when she could further explore the process.

Feuer’s consistent work in photography began in her sophomore year of high school when she took her first photography class.  In this course she was able to learn the basic functions of a camera as well as work with models and printing. Although she doesn’t remember the teacher, she enjoyed the course and has since has become increasing more involved with photography.

Feuer shoots her images with a traditional 35 mm Nikon manual film camera that belonged to her grandfather.

“I have been using it since my sophomore year in high school. I have tried other cameras but nothing compares to the connection I feel with my Nikon,” she continued.

Like most photographers, the college student prefers certain conditions while working on her art. For example, while in the darkrooms in Paton Hall, Feuer has a few darkroom rituals.

“I have to be listening to music. I find that when I don’t have any music I just can’t get in the ‘zone’,” Feuer said.

“I am also very particular over what enlarger I use. Over the years I have used a handful of different darkrooms and I always find one enlarger that I work best with. As silly as it sounds I will only use that enlarger.”

Additionally, the artist enjoys viewing the work of fellow artists and students and is immediately drawn in by contrast, composition and attention to details.

With four college photography classes under her belt Feuer has three-fourths of her minor completed, only needing one more course next semester.

Feuer’s work has also been viewed in some libraries and art shows throughout the years. Some of her favorite images were ones of trees or rundown buildings. She also enjoys paying attention to detail in her images as well as contrast and hidden aspects that are unnoticeable at first glance.

Feuer also has explored the use of toners as well as other photographic processes.

In an age where the simple touch of your finger on the screen of an iPhone or Android is enough to produce an image, it is important that individual photographers document, access, and appreciate the changes in the artistic process while understanding and never forgetting the original forms itself. Jacie Feuer is one photographer who has.