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New Generation of Film Camera Appeal: Unveiling Their Worth and Market
May 17, 2023

When I first got into film photography I would often get questions from photographers who only shot digital, such as: "Is my 35mm camera worth anything?" or "How much is my old camera worth?" The digital revolution has drastically transformed the photography landscape, making these inquiries particularly intriguing. They draw attention to an unexpected trend - the renewed interest in film cameras. This piece delves into the worth of these...

Why Is Polaroid Film So Expensive? Instant Photos Costs
Apr 2, 2023

The nostalgia of instant film holds a special place in the hearts of many photographers and hobbyists alike. The immediacy and tactile nature of the medium makes it a unique experience that can't be replicated with digital photography. One of the most popular instant film brands, Polaroid has a long history in the industry with the largest price tag.  Despite its popularity, many photographers are left wondering why Polaroid film is so...

Best Vintage Polaroid Cameras: 2023 Buying Guide
Apr 2, 2023

Shooting with a vintage Polaroid camera brings the best of two worlds together; shooting with film and the instant gratification we’ve grown to love with digital. Being able to review your photos instantly. After years of shooting with vintage film cameras, the most frustrating part of the experience has been the wait. I would shoot incredible photos and get the film scanned weeks later. By the time I would get my scans I lost all the excitement...

8 Best 35mm Film Stocks for Photographers: A Complete Guide
Mar 24, 2023

Whether you are new to film photography and just picked up your first vintage film camera, or an experienced shooter, selecting the right 35mm film stock for your next project doesn’t have to be complicated. This is why I created this comprehensive guide to cover everything you need to know about the types of camera film available and the characteristics of different 35mm film stock to help you choose the perfect roll for your specific...

10 Best Leica R Lenses You Must Try In 2022
Nov 15, 2022

What does it truly mean to be a professional photographer It means to be constantly adaptable to shoot anything, anywhere in many styles. As we evolve in our art, and technology improves, one thing stays constant. Good glass.  This is where Leica R lenses come in.  Known as some of the most legendary lenses ever produced, the lenses in the Leica R system are great tools for photographers and videographers to produce high-quality results...

How to do Vintage Portrait Photography with Examples
Nov 3, 2022

Adding vintage portraits to your portfolio is a wonderful way to diversify as a portrait photographer and stand out from your competition. Capturing vintage portraits is not much different from the kind of portraiture photography you’re used to taking, but rather a new medium or extension of your existing workflow and skills. Before diving into vintage portrait photography, it would be great to identify and decide what kind of vintage aesthetic...

7 Vintage Photo Editing Apps For the Perfect Retro Pictures
Oct 23, 2022

With new trends constantly taking over social media, one that doesn't seem to go is vintage photography. The rise in the use of vintage film cameras over the past few years has created what feels like an everlasting trend. While not everyone wants to or has the means to buy a film camera, they are interested in creating a vintage aesthetic in their photos. One way in achieving this is by using vintage photo editing apps. Lomograph 4.7⭐ and...

A Beginners Guide to Vintage Photography
Oct 23, 2022

The art form of photography has been around for almost 200 years. During this time, you could summarize the advancement of photography technology into 3 broad eras; vintage plate photography, vintage film photography and modern-day digital photography.  What is vintage photography? Vintage photography can be defined as any type of photography captured on film by an analog vintage camera that is at least 20 years old. A common characteristic of...

How to Capture a Vintage Aesthetic to your Photography
Oct 21, 2022

The rise in popularity of film photography has brought forth a new era of vintage film camera usage. Photographers and content creators alike have been chasing this trend of the vintage aesthetic in their photography. What is the vintage aesthetic in photography? The vintage retro aesthetic is a look that evokes a feeling of the past, where the fashion, styles and beauty of the last decades are embraced. Images are often shot on film to bring...

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