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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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.
Analogue Adventures: The Vintage Camera Dress
Luke Woodford constructed an entire garment from vintage cameras and turned it into a living sculpture. We saw his work on social media a few weeks ago and HAD to ask him about the project, 'Resurrect The Iconic'
Kodak Ektacolor PRO Film Range is now available
A fresh expansion to the brand new Eastman Kodak output has landed in our store: their Ektacolor PRO range is designed for the most discerning photographers 🧐
Preserve Your Family Memories: New Photo Digitisation Partnership
Announcing our new partnership with reLOVE - bring your old family photos and negatives back to life by digitising your film
Analogue Adventures: A Black and White Beginner in the Lakes
Masha is back! Our first returning adventurer, and this time she's taking some bold steps. Her first EVER roll of black and white film (Ilford HP5 obv 😅) and her first EVER half-frame camera (the Pentax 17!) Let's find out how she got on in the glorious Lake District in Spring... over to you Masha!
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.