Looking around the photography world, you can see many photographers enjoying a dip back into film. I suppose there's many reasons; nostalgia, getting "back to basics", or even trying something new for photographers who entered the craft in the last 15 years or so.
I think the advancements in AI have also left some photographers questioning their role in imagery. If anyone can take a picture and use automation to have that image looking like a professional shot it, what's the point of a photographer? Perhaps a question for another day!
Portrait of Ben Hurdman. April 2023. Non branded colour film from photo store chain that expired in 2002.
Tate Gallery, St Ives. April 2023. Non branded colour film from photo store chain that expired in 2002.
I'm one of those photographers.
I've set a darkroom up, I've pulled out some old film gear and I'm shooting film. This is the place I've decided to share that journey.
So if you have an interest in film photography, join me on the ride.
