Welcome to the film photography community!
Your analogue journey begins here 🙌🏼
We've pulled together the most important learning resources for you to begin your film photography adventures, as well as our top tips for creating stunning images.
We have also created exclusive beginner bundles so you can dive straight in 📸
Enjoy, and Happy Shooting!
The Best Film Photography Guide for Beginners
It's possible that film photography might seem a little bit intimidating at first. There are a few new concepts to learn but honestly - once you have the basics crystal clear - the rest is pure experimentation and joy.
That’s why we created this guide for you! Enjoy learning all about the different cameras, film types, and how you process your film after taking photos. If you have any questions please don't hesitate to get in touch 😊
Part One: Learn About Analogue Cameras
In Part One Marina discusses the basics of analogue cameras and where to start.
Part Two: Learn About Different Films and Formats
In Part Two Marina teaches you the basics of films and which are ideal to start with.
Get started with our film + camera bundles
Part Three: Learn About Film Labs & Home Developing
In Part Three Marina talks through the options you have after shooting your film.
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Sample shots from our community. Take your time, flick through, browse, and find the right film for your project.
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Top Tips with the Kodak EC35 Film Camera - Sample Shots on a Disney Cruise
Paul takes a Kodak EC35 film camera on board a Disney cruise ship to test its suitability on a fast-paced family holiday
Film Photographers 🫱🏼🫲🏾 Bouldering
Our Analogue Adventurer headed into a dark and chalk-filled climbing gym to try and learn how to take fantastic bouldering photos on film
Big Film PhotoWalk 2026 - Competition Winners 🏆
The winners are announced from this year's Big Film PhotoWalk competition!
First Look at the Kodak EC35 Film Camera - Review and Sample Shots
Our initial review and first sample shots with the Kodak EC35 compact film camera. Paul took the yellow model on a day out in Oxford
Lomo 400 And A Village In The Hills
Masha set out with a roll of Lomography film, her Olympus Trip 35 camera, and the specific goal of capturing gorgeous photos of an English seaside village.
Kodak Ultramax vs Kodak Gold: Which Film is Better?
A Massive Camera In The Middle of Stirling: What Could Go Wrong?
Al Dawes set up a Camera Obscura in the middle of Stirling to promote the photography festival - and celebrate the Big Film PhotoWalk, and captured stunning images!
Bristol Half Marathon: Through an Analogue Lens
Masha the Analogue Adventurer takes to the Bristol streets with her cameras to capture the Great Run on 35mm film