Learn Film Photography
With Us
We tried digital once.
But it didn’t work out.
We started out as journalists and fell in love with film back when it all started to die off. Since it’s hard to find good information online, we’ve had to learn it all the hard way. Now we’re dedicated to becoming one of the best, fastest-growing film photography blogs on the Internet, so nobody has to learn the magic of film the way we had to!
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We’ve made a thousand mistakes so you don’t have to
Shoot
Learn how to get the best results when taking photos with film. Our favorite film stocks, books, cameras, lenses, and inspiration.
Develop
Tried and true guides to developing film. From using the right chems, to the interesting tools and techniques that make film cool.
Scan & Print
Darkroom setups, tips and tricks, scanning, and alternative processes that’ll make your images stand out on Instagram
9 simple tips for new film photographers
Here are the 9 most important tips for photographers who are learning to take photos on film. This quick guide is the perfect place to start.
The Internet’s Simplest Guide to Developing B&W Film at Home
The perfect guide for anyone getting into film photography. This short and simple guide goes over what you need in every step of the process.
Is Film Photography Difficult?
How hard is it to shoot and develop film? A lot easier than you might imagine. Modern fIlm is designed to be extremely tolerant.
Black Friday 2021 Deals for Film Photographers (updated)
Here’s the 2021 roundup of Black Friday deals available for film photographers! Many of the big manufacturers are offering good discounts for the American holiday.
Lomo 800 vs. Portra 800 — is it just Portra in disguise?
I tested Lomo 800 and Portra 800 side by side, expecting to see a pretty massive difference. But what I found is that these two films are nearly identical. Here’s my test.
Portra 400 Vs. Lomo 400 side-by-side — is Portra worth the money?
A head to head comparison of Lomography CN 400 and Kodak Portra 400. Is Kodak worth the extra money for a premium film stock?
The 10 best film stocks that will still be available in 2022 (with photos)
With film prices going up and discontinuations happening all around us, here’s the top 10 films that I know for a fact will still be available in 2022.
Here’s why you need to try Flic Film’s C41 Color Developing kit
Looking for a non-blix color developing kit? Flic Film has one coming to a market near you! Here’s my first impressions after developing 16 rolls.
Is Lomography about to re-drop Lomochrome Turquoise?
Lomography just tweeted an auspicious tweet, quoting popular YouTube personality Linus and his Camera’s 2019 tweet about the ridiculous price of Lomochrome Turquoise on eBay.
Does the Peak Design travel tripod live up to the hype? 3 month review
The Peak Design travel tripod is a revolution in camera stability, but are all the sleek features worth the hefty price tag? Here’s my take after using this tripod throughout the summer.
How the heck does coffee and Vitamin C develop film? (all about caffenol)
Have you ever wondered how coffee and Vitamin C can develop a roll of HP5? You’re not alone. I searched everywhere to find out how exactly this process works.
Are budget films bad?
Is it worth purchasing cheap or budget film stocks? While they may be of lower objective ‘quality,’ these films have a much more interesting appeal for many photographers.
How do film grains work? (with photos!)
Here is how film grain works (with some cool illustrations) and how to accentuate or reduce it through a variety of exposure and developing techniques.
