The Impossible Project's PX 100 First Flush film isn't perfect. It may not always develop the way you'd expect it to, and each exposure is an experiment.

But what flaws the PX 100 film is also what makes it perfect.

Using this film is like shaking Edwin Land's hand. And watching it develop is miraculous -- it's simply astonishing that it even exists.

When The Impossible inspected their new Polaroid plant most of the machinery was destroyed, and the chemical components used to develop film, missing.

But with the help of former Polaroid employees, Ilford (the best of the best in b&w film), and truckloads of ambition, they succeeded. A new chapter was added to the Polaroid legacy when The PX 100 Silver Shade First Flush Film was born, and we had to get our hands on it.

The PX 100 is a monochrome film built for SX-70 Polaroid cameras. Developed prints have a milky iridescence that ranges from black and white to sepia. Because of the film's high sensitivity to temperature, humidity, and light it picks up eerie shadows, dreamy figures and whimsical lines.

The film's unpredictability reveals beauty in the simplest of subjects. It's a true throwback to Mr. Land's first peel-apart instant film prototype, and goes best with handlebar mustaches and a pioneer sense of photography exploration.

For more info the PX 100 film head to Flickr or The Impossible Project.

(Mucho thanks to the lovies on Flickr: barney909, Jessica Reinhardt, and Violet_3) for letting us show off their PX 100 shots!

Got your film already and looking for some tips? Here's a great video that will help you get the best PX 100 results.

Temperature

The PX 100 Film is very sensitive to temperature. For the best results, shoot in room temperature environments (around 63 - 75 degrees). If it's too cold, your image will appear white, if it's too hot your photo will turn red hued and dark. If you can't help the temperature use your pocket to warm a print or keep it in the shade (or in water) to cool it while it develops.

Light Sensitivity

When your film exits the camera, it's sensitive to light for up to 2 minutes. Shield the picture with your hand for the first ten seconds (this is crucial, and it works like a charm). Afterwards you should leave the film upside down while it's developing (for about two minutes). That's the recipe for success, like baking a photo cupcake!

Storage

Try and keep your film in a dry, dark storage space. If you're feeling extra protective (or live in the Rainforest) invest in some silica gel packs to keep the humidity out.