An environment where people of any background can learn, share and practice analogue photography.

How can I be a better film photographer?

How can I be a better film photographer?

If you’re feeling disappointed in your photographs when you look at other people’s then there’s some super simple things you can do to help yourself!

Firstly, understand what you’re trying to do. Are you trying to make breathtaking nightscapes on a disposable camera? Or are you trying to shoot a Renaissance-esque portrait on a Holga? If so, you might not have the right tool for the job… which leads us onto the next point.

Ask your peers! If you want to make a photo like someone else, just ask them what their approach is, most people don’t bite and will be flattered that someone is so taken by their photos that they want to know more. Even more than that, film photography isn’t new, it wasn’t invented on Instagram and has been around since the 1800’s, so why not look at photographs from people in the past for inspiration? The Photo Book by Phaidon is a great starting point, it covers most genres and styles and will let you dip your toe into what is possible with photography, and how you can start taking photos that you’re really proud of.

Finally, don’t care what other people think when you’re learning. No one nails it without a lot of practice and wasting a ton of film on crappy shots. The only way you’re going to get better is by practicing and experimenting, so just go out there and shoot until something you like comes along, when it does, figure out how you did it and do it again!

Older Post
Newer Post
Close (esc)

Take It Easy Loyalty Club!

Create an account and start building up points to redeem on film developing!

All you need to do is join our club below, and anytime you get film developed with us your points start building up. You can keep track of your points and redeem them at any time!

Start saving now

Age verification

By clicking enter you are verifying that you are old enough to consume alcohol.

Search

Added to cart