These days, people can conveniently capture precious moments with digital photography. DSLRs, point-and-shoot cameras, and smartphone cameras have made the art of picture-taking accessible for almost everyone. But even with all these gadgets, some people have rediscovered the film photography. How can one enjoy this reemerging art form?

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A hobbyist’s guide to enjoying
film photography
Written by janiquegoff1 December 12, 2019
These days, people can conveniently capture precious moments with digital
photography. DSLRs, point-and-shoot cameras, and smartphone cameras
have made the art of picture-taking accessible for almost everyone. But
even with all these gadgets, some people have rediscovered the film
photography. How can one enjoy this reemerging art form? Janique Goff
Madison.

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Image source: Pixabay.com
For beginners, what’s most important is to get a fully functioning film
camera. Most hobbyists suggest getting a 35mm camera from top brands
like Pentax, Olympus, Canon, Nikon, or Minolta. Those who want to try can
opt for disposable cameras. When going for a photo walk or when traveling,
it’s good to have extra rolls of film. It’s also good to find a film development
lab that can provide prints. Or for those who want to take the artistry to
another level, they can learn how to develop their own prints by setting up
their own darkroom. Janique Goff Madison.
Image source: Pixabay.com

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When using film, people are challenged by the limit of the shots they can
take. This allows them to wait for a moment worth capturing. Spontaneous
shots become more precious, especially if it comes out fantastic on print.
Those who are used to relying on filters and apps will find shooting on film a
creative challenge. Janique Goff Madison.
Budding film photography hobbyists must remember that more than the
technicalities, the goal is to rediscover beauty even in the typical. As they
learn more about the form from the capturing to the developing, they will
find new ways to hone their perspective and experiment with film. Janique
Goff Madison.