If you’ve spent much time on Instagram, YouTube and TikTok recently then you’ve probably noticed that the “film look” is hot stuff right now. And if you’re keen to join in the fun then there’s no better way to get a truly authentic analog style than to actually take your photos on real analog film. The meteoric rise of compact digital cameras and having pro-standard cameras built into your phone might have made photography much easier — not to mention cheaper — but there’s something wonderfully nostalgic about shooting film. No Instagram filters, no AI. It’s just you and the camera.
I’ve already written about the best types of film cameras you can buy, where to get them, and what the best film is to use, so here I’ll take you through the key things you need to know to start taking your first images on film. I’ll also walk you through the process of getting
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