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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Sample shots from our community. Take your time, flick through, browse, and find the right film for your project.
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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
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
Analogue Adventures: Bethany On Her Travels
Learn more about Bethany's trip around SE Asia, and the photos she took on the way!
Capturing Tiny Worlds with the Pentax 17 - Macro Film Photography
Welcome back to Masha - a regular in our Analogue Adventures series. This week she has been using her Pentax 17 film camera to experiment with analogue macro photography. Let's find out how she got on!
PURE35 Film Camera - New and Exclusive to the UK!
Introducing the PURE35 camera - a simple point-and-shoot 35mm film camera designed to make analogue photography accessible and fun! The perfect starter camera for someone wanting to dip their toes into the happiness of film photography.