Tea Strainer
Kentmere Pan 100 Macro Photography
If you're a fan of film photography (Kentmere Pan 100 Macro Photography) and love exploring the tiny wonders of the world through macro, Kentmere Pan 100 might just become your new…
Film Photography: The Art of Analogue Photography
The Film Photography category explores the craft of working with analogue cameras, blending technical skill with a slower, more deliberate way of seeing and capturing the world.
Whether you’re shooting 35mm or medium format film, developing your own negatives, or exploring black & white and colour stocks, this section offers practical guidance, creative inspiration, and reflections on why film remains relevant in the digital era.
Start Here: What Is Film Photography?
For a complete guide to the fundamentals and philosophy of film photography, start with our pillar post: What Is Film Photography?.
This post covers the history, aesthetics, and mindset behind film, and serves as the central reference for all other film photography content on the site.
Explore Film Formats
35mm Film Photography – Tips, techniques, and examples from classic 35mm cameras.
Medium Format Film Photography – High-resolution images and unique shooting approaches.
Black & White Film Photography – Understanding tonal range, grain, and mood.
Film Techniques & Mindset
Film photography is more than gear — it’s about patience, intention, and creative exploration. Topics here include:
Camera operation and manual settings
Film stock selection and development choices
Composition, exposure, and the slower process of shooting film
Creative experimentation, including double exposures and long exposures
Why Film Still Matters
Shooting on film offers a tactile, thoughtful experience that digital cannot replicate. Photographers often value:
The tangible nature of negatives and prints
Deliberate decision-making with limited exposures
Unique aesthetics and grain characteristics
The meditative, intentional process of analogue photography
Kentmere 400: A Cheap 35mm Film for Capturing F1 History at Excel Arena
Exploring the F1 Show at Excel Arena The Excel Arena near Victoria Docks hosted an unforgettable daytime event: the F1 Show, focusing on the rich history of Formula 1. As…
Exploring Kentmere 35mm Film: A Festive Night in Borough Market, London
The Warm Glow of Food Stalls Crowds in Motion Illuminated Signage Quiet Corners Sharpness and Detail First Impressions of Kentmere 35mm Film Kentmere Pan 400 has always intrigued me as…
Street Photography with Kentmere Pan 400: Witney and Winchester
When I set out for a day of street photography, I chose Kentmere Pan 400—a versatile, budget-friendly black-and-white film. Its ISO 400 speed seemed ideal for dynamic street scenes, offering…
When Film Fails: Reflecting on Choosing the Right Film for the Right Day
The Challenge of Overcast Days Film photography is often about choosing the right film, preparation, intuition, and adaptability. On a recent walk along the Kennet and Avon Canal, armed with…
The Kennet and Avon Canal on Ilford HP5+ Medium Format Film
Embracing a Slower Pace with Film Photography The Kennet and Avon Canal stretch between Aldermaston Wharf and Thatcham is one of those rare places where time slows. With my Bronica…
Embracing Film texture
How Pushing Tri-X 400 to ISO 800
Shaped My Storytelling
Embracing Film texture: How Pushing Tri-X 400 to ISO 800 Shaped My Storytelling
As a photographer, I've always been drawn to the film texture and emotions that film grain can evoke. There's something inherently nostalgic and raw about grain—especially when it’s deliberate, when…
Pushing Kodak Tri-X 400: A Beautiful Black and White Journey
As an analog photography enthusiast, there's something magical about experimenting with different films and development techniques. One film that has never failed to captivate me is Kodak Tri-X 400. If…
A Summer’s End in Morgaston Wood: Capturing the Season with Ilford HP5+ and My Bronica ETRSi
As the final day of meteorological summer approached, I found myself drawn to the ancient woodlands of Morgaston Wood. The afternoon light was soft, the shadows long, and the air…
Zenza Bronica ETR Lenses
Zenza Bronica ETR Lenses
The Zenza Bronica ETR series was a line of medium format cameras produced by Zenza Bronica, a Japanese camera manufacturer known for high-quality, professional cameras. The Zenza Bronica ETR Lenses…
Potsdam 100 Review: A Mixed Experience with Lomography’s Black & White Film
Potsdam 100 Review Lomography's Potsdam KINO 100 is often lauded as a fine-grain black and white film, drawing inspiration from classic German cinema. However, after using this film during the…
Exploring Blakeney Quay with Ilford FP4+ and Bronica ETRSi
Exploring Blakeney Quay with Ilford FP4 and Bronica ETRSi, Nestled along the serene coast of North Norfolk, stands as a picturesque testament to the region's maritime heritage and natural beauty.…
Shooting Kodak Ultramax 400 on the North Norfolk Coast
Kodak Ultramax 400 is a versatile colour negative film, known for its vibrant colour reproduction and fine grain. I chose this film for my trip to the North Norfolk Coast…
D-Day 80 – Monochrome Photography
Monochrome Photography has a unique allure that transcends time, stripping away the distractions of colour to reveal the essence of the subject. Attending the commemorative event at the Control Tower…
Capturing Nature’s Drama on Ilford FP4 Film
Spring had finally settled in, and the warmth of the day hinted at the summer ahead. On a recent trip to Watership Down, I decided to bring along my trusty…
Lomography Lady Grey 400: Capturing Witney: A Spring Day Through the Lens
Lomography Lady Grey 400 as the vibrant hues of spring began to bloom across Oxfordshire, I embarked on a delightful journey to Witney, a charming town steeped in history and…
Capturing the Charm of Mevagissey, Cornwall: A Photographic Journey with the Zenza Bronica ETRSi and Ilford HP5 Film
Nestled along the rugged coastline of Cornwall, Mevagissey stands as a testament to the timeless allure of coastal villages. Its picturesque harbour, lined with colourful fishing boats bobbing gently in…
Ilford Pan F Plus 50 Long Exposure Photography
Embarking on an experimental afternoon at St. Mary's Church, Silchester with Ilford Pan F Plus 50 film loaded into the cherished Zenza Bronica ETRSi, equipped with a 75mm lens. As…
My Photographic Journey in Looe, Cornwall: Shooting Kodak Max 400 on the Canon EOS 300v
Embarking on a journey to explore Looe, Cornwall, was a venture into the heart of natural beauty and coastal allure. As I prepared for this photographic expedition, I felt a…
Lomography Lady Grey
Lomography Lady Grey Black and White film 400 35mm in Charlestown, Cornwall
Picture this: the salty breeze caresses your skin as you stroll along the cobbled streets of Charlestown, Cornwall. Around you, the harbour glistens under the gentle kiss of the early…