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.
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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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Analogue Adventures: Disney World and Half Frame 🌈🏰
Alex Vye thought that Disney World would be an amazing opportunity to double up on photos with a half-frame film camera...and he was RIGHT!
Analogue Adventures: Pinhole Selfies with Jed Pearson
Jed Pearson takes (at least) one selfie on every roll of film he puts through his pinhole camera and has ended up with a mini-project. This project has really helped Jed to think more closely about subject matter, composition and utilising the characteristics of pinhole to get the best results.
Kodak Films vs Kodak Eastman Films - What's Going On?
Those of you who spend lots of time online might have noticed a recent uptick in rumours about Kodak. Specifically there is lots of speculation that European supply of your favourite Kodak films is under threat from a big commercial fallout. This is not true
Exposure Calculations On Your Wrist ⏱️ Introducing A Light Meter Watch
At the recent Photography Show I bumped into an engaging chap called Richard, who showed me an intriguing prototype: a device that both told the time AND the exposure settings for my film camera! So I asked him some questions...
Studio Photography on Film: My Top Five Tips for Beginners
Over the past few months I've been deliberately trying to improve my studio skills: learning more about lighting, working with professional models, using different props, and setting up backgrounds. And naturally - all on film!
Although I'm very proud of lots of the results I cannot pretend that I'm an expert. But I also know that entering the studio can be an intimidating prospect, so here I share my top tips for folks looking to start their studio adventures on analogue
Big Film PhotoWalk 2026 - Save The Date!
We are excited to confirm that the Big Film PhotoWalk is going ahead this year on Saturday 27th June! Let us know if you'd like to contribute to your local film community and lead one of the walks 😊
Analogue Adventures: Masha with Five Hours of Daylight
Our series of Analogue Adventures from the community continues today with Masha! She chose to take her film cameras to Iceland in winter: guaranteed terrible weather and five hours of sunlight per day 😂 so let's find out what drove the decision and what she learned from the experience...
Amateur Photography AP Good Service Awards 2026: We Won! 🙌
I'm thrilled to have been able to accept a FOURTH CONSECUTIVE AP 'Good Service' Awards at the annual dinner last week. The Good Service awards are given to photography retailers who consistently deliver excellent experiences and results for customers, and once again we were the only analogue specialist to collect the prize ✊🏼