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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 the best, fastest-growing film photography blog 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 shooting film. Our favorite film stocks, books, cameras, lenses, and inspiration.
Develop
Tried and true guides to developing film. From using the right developing chems to the tools and techniques that make film unique.
Scan & Print
Darkroom setups, tips and tricks, scanning, and alternative processes that’ll make your images stand out on Instagram
11 Gifts a Film Photographer will Actually Use in 2023 (with photos)
Here are 11 useable gift ideas that every film photographer would love to receive for their birthday or during the holidays.
Film scan shootout: DSLR scans with extension tubes vs macro lens
Do you need to scan film with a macro lens? Or is a cheaper set of extension tubes good enough? Here’s a real, scientific comparison.
DSLR film scanning light sources: 3rd gen iPad VS Amazon tracing tablet
How much does the DSLR film scanning light source matter? Here’s a simple test using an old iPad versus a cheap tracing tablet from Amazon.
The Complete Guide to Shooting Film at Night (with photos)
Shooting film at night requires a different thought process than in daylight. Here is how I choose the right films, meter, and take photos at night.
13 DSLR film scanning tips from Negative Lab Pro’s creator Nate
Negative Lab Pro has many features that make the plugin such an incredible resource for the film photography community. Here’s what I learned from talking to Nate.
How to push and pull film at home
Film is remarkably flexible. Here’s a quick guide on how to develop film that’s been over or underexposed when the light changes.
Are liquid or powder film developers better?
There is a large variety of available film developers. One of the big questions is whether to choose a liquid or powder film developer. Here’s why I usually stick with liquid concentrates.
How do I load a 35mm film camera? And 12 common questions answered
A list of the most common questions new film photographers have when loading and unloading their first rolls of film, with helpful gifs!
5 problems with the Epson V550/V600: why I’m selling this film scanner
The Epson V550 and V600 flatbed film scanners have been on my shelves since I started shooting film. But I’ve recently outgrown them. Here’s why.