When you think about film, Kodak always comes to mind, but one film in particular that has reigned for quite some time is the 200 ISO Gold series film in the Kodacolor family – Kodak Gold 200. This incredible film stock provides perfect, natural colors and also has a subtle grain that gives your photos […]
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Articles about film photography. Learn how to load 35mm film, how to fix common camera errors, how to develop film, and much more.
In the film category we cover 35mm film, 120mm film, black and white negative film, and color negative film along with a variety of cameras including: Nikon F Series Cameras, Mamiya and Medium Format Cameras, Polaroid, Pentax, and others.
We also have film comparisons and reviews to help you learn about various analog film stocks that you might like to work with.
A Review of Myles Little’s “1% Privilege in a Time of Global Inequality”
In a constantly changing world, life seems to move by in a flash and people are beginning to miss certain things going on in their societies because of the surplus of people, data, and things to consume. We are in a state of evolution with millions in poverty and 1% of the population holding more […]
Continue readingMy Favorite 35mm Film Stock
Although film photography is seen as a dying field, it is quite the opposite and there are still tons of film stocks available for the photographers and hobbyists still looking for the best 35mm film out there. As a photographer and film enthusiast myself, I’m always trying to find new film stocks, old film stocks, […]
Continue readingScanning Analog Film with the Epson Perfection V550 Photo Scanner
Shooting film is always fun and seeing your work actually come out is even more of an amazing feeling, but breaking down the steps to get to your final product can be tedious and time consuming. Whether it be developing, fixing, scanning, or conceiving a shot, there are no easy steps, and to have a […]
Continue readingUsing Light to Create Emotion in your Photography
Shooting film for a project, for work, or really for any matter where you need accurate photos is tough if you don’t have tons of experience. You won’t be able to see your mistakes right away if you are making any and once you realize that the lighting was off or your settings weren’t perfect, […]
Continue readingHow to Load 120mm Film into the Mamiya M645
Loading and unloading your camera is never the part that people look forward to, yet everyone that shoots with film still has to know how to load and unload their film. This is especially true if you’re shooting anything larger than 35mm film because everything has started to get more expensive and you don’t want […]
Continue readingIlford HP5 Plus Film Stock Review
While shooting any black and white film, Ilford HP5 Plus included, you have to think from a alternative perspective, something different than if you were shooting in color. You’re forced to know where your lighting is coming from and it how it will affect your image at all times. Granted you must do the same […]
Continue readingFree Film Strips PNG Overlays
Are you looking for some film strips to help with your designs/media for a new project? We have you covered. Check out these FREE film strips png overlays we scanned for you! Film rebates, film strips, and film borders work great for a wide variety of projects including: editorials, campaigns, projects, or artworks! They’re perfect […]
Continue readingFilm Stock Review: Fuji Superia 800 vs. Kodak Portra 800
Comparing films can be hard and time consuming because of developing and scanning, but you still need to see the differences and similarities. Seeing these difference and similarities is critical when you begin shooting film as it will help you to narrow down on your favorites, specific benefits of each film, and key negative aspects […]
Continue readingFilm Stock Review: Kodak Portra 400 vs. Kodak Portra 800
While shooting film, you have many variables that can change the outcome of your photos. For example, your film photos could come out differently depending on the type of camera, the process you use to develop your film, how you scan film, and the film stock. Today we’ll be covering the differences between film stocks. […]
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