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Little Vintage Photography

Name: Little Vintage Photography
Address: Penny Lane, Liverpool, L18, GB
Telephone: +447969332015
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I use film photography & vintage cameras to make something a bit special. Embrace the unique, imperf We embrace the unique, imperfect and beautiful.
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Little Vintage Photography is all about the lost art, subtle science and magical fun of film photography. The original Instagram if you will...

We are looking to offer a unique photographic experience using vintage and retro film cameras and print processes at workshops, events, weddings, festivals and just about anything else you can think of! If you feel the same please get in touch. We'd be ha

ppy to sit down for a cuppa and a chat about what we can offer you or how we can collaborate with you. We also sell prints of all our work, so if anything takes your fancy, please just get in touch for sizes and prices. :)

Thanks for visiting Little Vintage Photography!

29/10/2024

Packing Day complete! Moving Day tomorrow! Wish me luck 🤞🍀

I didn't quite manage to get everything away into boxes, but fingers crossed I can finish it up in the morning!

Huge thanks to for being so generous today, coming over to lend a hand.

I've loved my time and look forward to seeing what the new tenant creates in this space.

Can't wait to share some more shots as I get set up in the new space in Liverpool city centre!

28/10/2024

Film Photography Workshops! - Learn how to shoot with film, process by hand & print in the darkroom (confidently!) with an educator (me)

A few snaps from the final workshop I'll be running at (where I've LOVED my time with the amazing community here) before the big move this week back over the water to Liverpool city centre.

I'll be at the new from next week, where I'll be continuing to offer these workshops & open up again for Darkroom Hire (& Membership!)

Get in touch if you're interested because dates & spaces are booking up fast!

Kevin treated himself to a 'Shoot & Process' Workshop for his Birthday and brought along a beautiful which was a joy to use!

By the end of the workshop he had:

*Learned how to choose the correct settings & film
*Shot a roll of classic +
*Loaded the Dark Tank like a pro
*Mixed the chemistry himself
*Developed the roll by hand for the first time

Taking home a full sheet of lovely negatives & all the knowledge for a lifetime, he can now process his own at home and save a fortune!

Are you ready to save money on film photography too?!

Check out the link 🔗 in bio or drop me a DM ! Always happy to answer questions.

Magic ✨

23/10/2024

SUPER exciting day today as I sign the contract for a new Darkroom space for and pick up the keys!

Yes, the hard work of moving actually needs to happen now (send calming thoughts!) ... But I can't wait to get the facilities all up and running, ready to welcome new Darkroom members & teach more workshops!

Keep an eye on here as I share more BTS from the move, and if you're interested in becoming a member of the drop me a DM or comment below and I'll send you details!

😎📸🎞️✨

23/10/2024

Look who came to visit?! My AWESOME friend & co-host Graeme

Apologies for being a bit quiet on here over the last week or so, it's actually been super busy behind the scenes and I've loads to update you all on, but for now, here's a few BTS photos from the October edition of the that I run each month with my Darkroom & Patreon members around the world!

🔗 in bio if you'd like to join the next one!

For the first time, I think, EVER, I actually had someone else sitting right next to me, developing their film alongside whilst we all met on the call.

We even all came away with usable negatives (not always guaranteed lol 🤣) and it was a lot of fun (this IS always guaranteed). 🥳😎📸🎞️

15/10/2024

*STUNNING* Studio for Hire at No.1 Hamilton Square CH41 6AU - Long Term Let (from 1st Dec)

All inclusive hire (DM for rates):

*Bills, Service, Tax & Energy
*Fully Furnished (as seen)
*Professional NOVA Darkroom Tent
*Darkroom enlarger & darkroom equipment
*Communal kitchen
*24hr access
*Creative community
*Hamilton Square train station - 30 seconds walk

My current lovely photographer has gained themselves an artist residency in Chester 🥳, so I'm looking for another awesome creative to take over the guardian-ship of my 1st floor studio, who will appreciate the INCREDIBLE light (just look at those windows!)

Please note: Due to the heritage nature of the building, the studio is accessed via steps to front door & 2 flights of internal stairs (no lift).

DM me ASAP for rates info & to arrange viewing

18/09/2024

LOVE 💕 film photography but worried about the cost?

Here's some ideas>>>

1) If you choose a medium format camera which uses a '645 ratio' it will give you 16 frames on a roll of 120 rather than just 12!

2) Save time AND money by taking notes!

I honestly think this is THE No.1 way to save money (and your sanity!) on film & materials.

Get (and use!) a great notebook/workbook so you know what works (and what doesn't) and you don't have to start from scratch every single time.

3) If you want to try out Large Format but the price is *Eeek!* Try using photographic paper rather than film for larger formats and test it out with a homemade pinhole camera first.

4) Invest in good QUALITY workshops / courses where you can ask (and get answers) to your specific questions so you spend LESS time and money on ruined film, cameras that aren't the right fit, and materials you don't need.

This will also save you HOURS and possibly days of time (and therefore a LOT of money in the long run) trawling through online videos that don't give you the right information, at the right level, in the unique way you learn.

5) Utilise FREE sources of advice & networks:

*Film photowalks - Try photowalk.me
*Analogue Podcasts - Try ( also has a big list!)
*Local camera groups, clubs & shops - Try
*Discord support - Try

6) Find local galleries and enter group / collaborative 'Open Calls'. - Try

This is a great low / no-cost way to exhibit & potentially sell your favourite images to raise funds to put back into the pot! (Always remember to take any commission into account when pricing / selling your work so you don't end up out of pocket).

LASTLY... For:

*Workshops
*Workbooks
*Darkroom
*Membership
*Advice & Guidance
*General Film Geekiness

Visit...

littlevintagephotography.co.uk (link in bio) where you can:

*BOOK a place on a remaining workshop
*GRAB a workbook
*JOIN the Darkroom Membership

05/09/2024

Super-sized ! Now in 120 for medium format photography - Incredibly exciting news to break today from !

What would you capture first? Let me know in the comments below.

If you'd like to learn how to shoot with film, whether 35mm, medium format or large format, get in touch for a 1:1 workshop and I can guide you through it all so you never ruin a roll again!*

Phoenix is now available from film retailers, and you can find out more about my workshops via my website (🔗 in bio) or drop me a message!

littlevintagephotography.co.uk

*Unless it's a 'happy accident' - I bloody LOVE those!

04/09/2024

Five Tips for Photographers (a little bit of fun!) 🏫🎒so swipe through to the end 👉

What would you add to the list? Let me know in the comments below!

A few 'Workbooks' still available (to help you with No.4!) so snap them up quick - 🔗 in bio & via website 📸🎞️😎

30/08/2024

It's a cliché but it's true... "The days are long but the years are short"

It's overwhelming to try and find the words to talk about the journey we've been on together over the past 1095+ days.

I would 100% change some of it because DAAAMN parenting is HARD. But I wouldn't change you. Or me. Or us.

I guess all we can do is see where our new adventures take us and keep on learning together. With love. ✨🌿📚💛

03/08/2024

The incredibly powerful statue at in Liverpool (see if you can spot the in the background).

As often says... *Swipe through for the whole deal* 😎📸🎞️

Image taken on using a during with &

Massive thanks for the panoramic photographic tip ! I love this photographic community. Let's see if it works!

P.s What do you think of this more cinematic 'format'? Would you give it a go? Check out some more of my recent posts for other frames and I'll try and share more soon.

03/08/2024

Panoramic baby!! (Well kinda haha) - Any guesses for the camera?! Comment below 🥳📸🎞️✨

It's been a funny ol' week as I've been in for some long -awaited surgery and am trying (and failing) to figure out how to actually rest.

It has at least meant that today, I've FINALLY got around to uploading some frames from that I hosted, ably assisted by , back at the end of June.

It was part of the awesome event in collaboration with - We started from the amazing and finished at the 'Butterfly Ball' with making

It was a brilliant day meeting lots of new faces in the analogue photography community and I've been meaning to share something for AGES so please feel free to tag yourself in!

As you'll see from the frames, unfortunately technology has defeated me (THIS IS WHY I ANALOGUE) and I haven't been able to work out how to:

a) Turn each of these horizontal frames into a three-piece swipe across so you can see the actual detail properly

Or

b) Get my portrait orientation panoramas to display top & bottom edge, so all you'd see at the moment is a weird crop of a middle part of an image 🤦‍♀️ (hence why I've left these out)

If anyone can help or advise me of what I should do, so that I can share a few more in a less frustrating manner, that would be incredibly kind!

Hope you all have a super weekend and please go out and for me so I can live vicariously through you!

Rachel

P.s. I'll be back at the darkroom from 14th Aug and given this enforced recovery time, I only have VERY limited dates for Aug & Sept left, so if you'd like to book a film photography or darkroom workshop, get in there quick! 🔗 in bio

19/07/2024

I ran my monthly Virtual Film Development Party 📸🎞️ last night with this lovely bunch of people from all over the world!

After a tough few weeks, these parties are honestly one of the best ways I know of lifting my spirits, whilst having a laugh with friends.

I also felt particularly productive last night coming away with not one but TWO 😮 rolls of hand-developed film last night! 📸🎞️ (now I just need to scan them or get into the darkroom to print!)

What's lifted your spirits recently?

P.s. If you'd like to join us for the next or learn the satisfaction of how to process your own film BY HAND AT HOME just drop me a message. I've got a workshop for that 😂

19/07/2024

On shared parenting duty today... I'm on the afternoon shift.

Adam is feeling sick and I have a thumping headache so everyone is struggling.

I'm currently trying to work (and apply for work) whilst holding a migraine at bay, sitting at the dining table (my makeshift office when I'm WFH rather than at the darkroom)...

And then these little notes appeared. Pushed under the door by tiny hands.

They may not say anything at all. But actually they say everything I needed to hear today.

For any other self-employed, non-sick leave, parents of young chaos-bringers who are struggling to pay the bills right now, I hope you can find your little notes too.

BTW in case you couldn't tell what they were... These are some score sheets from my very own travel game I got when I was about 7yrs old (mid 80s!).

I recently found it, along with records of games I'd played (according to the initials I'd marked down) with my own Nana, Mum and friends, none of whom are with us any more.

It was a strangely nostalgic and emotional memory and really made me think about how it's now also a part of my daughter's childhood too.

What was the game you played that holds a special place in your heart?

15/07/2024

There's been a bit of radio silence around here recently because there's been quite a lot happening behind the scenes in the darkroom and on film set!

Over the last month I've been working with a small group of talented video production students who are putting together a documentary about the resurgence of analogue film photography, and now I can finally share a few BTS shots from our filming days!

I can honestly say it's been a real pleasure to work with these students from , they've showed up, done a great job and been professional the whole way through despite several challenges. I can't wait to see how the final film comes together!

What's one piece of work you did as a student, that you'd love to have another crack at as a 'grown up'?

P.s. If you'd love to finally have a go at shooting with film or printing in the darkroom, you can book yourself a workshop with me and I'll take you through it all step by step. No stupid questions here, only magic & fun! 🔗 in bio

06/07/2024

It's time again! Absolutely LOVE being part of the wonderful and meeting familiar, new and recurring faces!

It's a delight to find out what people have made with their kits from previous years, or to find out that they're ready to take that next step into processing their own film or setting foot in the darkroom for the first time!

I'm always so pleased to know I can help them do this, and enjoy sharing these skills with more people.

The magic and alchemy of analogue photography never gets old!

P.s. If you want to learn how to shoot, process and/or print in the darkroom, drop me a line and

14/06/2024

Wow, throwback to filming some of the - A behind-the-scenes shot of me with my crutches leaning against the negative drying cabinet whilst I crouch in the corner on the birthing ball between takes🤦‍♀️🤣

The glamorous life of being pregnant and !!

The lengths I'll go to, to teach and printing. 😉📸🎞️

P.S. Let me know if you want to come and do a workshop with me in person, I promise I'll sit on a normal chair this time. 😂

05/06/2024

A little bit of green! 🌿✨ Nature is magical!

Being out and about at the beautiful is always such a treat. I feel so fortunate to have this amazing space 10 minutes down the road.

Make sure you also take some time to slow down and breathe today if you get chance.

I've been really struggling with the pressures of running a small business recently, so am trying to remember to be in more of these moments, more often.

01/06/2024

It's been a super day here at meeting new and familiar faces and introducing more people to the magic of cyanotype and analogue photography!

I'm here at with tonnes of other wonderful makers and creators until 4pm today. Pop down, say hello and make a unique bookmark.

23/05/2024

It's been a busy ol' day in the Darkroom today! *Swipe to see*

has been in printing and it's been lovely to speak to him about his first couple of weeks, using a copy of The Ultimate Film & Darkroom Workbook.

He's been telling me about how it's helping add to, and aid his experience of using analogue processes & printing in the darkroom which is wonderful to hear!

I recorded a quick little bit of audio of our chat sitting in the kitchen which I'm just trying to figure out how best to share...

If it would be helpful to hear from other analogue photographers about how they use the Workbook, I might look to re-record. What do you think?

Would anyone else also like to talk about or share some shots of their pages too?! Drop me a DM and let me know!

If you would also like to Shoot, Process & Print (Better) there's a link 🔗 in bio to grab a copy of The Ultimate Film and Darkroom Workbook 📸🎞️

21/05/2024

A mini-story of moments from 2024! *Swipe to see*

* Met some fabulous people (new & familiar faces inc and even !!)

* Drove hundreds of miles (huge thanks to for saving the day there!) Wales, Liverpool, Birkenhead, London, Birkenhead, Liverpool, Wales, Liverpool 😂

*Talked so much I lost my voice

*Sold some Workbooks (I have some left, so drop a DM if you'd like a copy posting!)

*Gave away all my remaining stickers!

*Met a childhood friend in London from Australia (!) who helped me with a super early event start & set up

*Ate the most delicious takeaway from and spent time with beautiful Archie cat 🐈 (massive thanks to for that!)

*Went home with homemade cake from (it lasted all of 1.5 miles in the car btw)

*Event recovery.... Ummm.. ongoing.

17/05/2024

How do you organise your negatives, prints, settings & ideas?

Update from my lovely & talented darkroom member today who's busy using their brand new copy of The Ultimate Film and Darkroom Workbook!

Here's their 'Before & After' 🥳✨

(Slide 1) "I’m at Storyhouse in Chester today enjoying a coffee or three and organising my photography using the Ultimate Film & Darkroom Workbook"

(Slide 2) All done! 😄

Time for another celebratory cuppa (or beer in the sunshine perhaps!)

Want to grab your own copy? I'll be at in London on Sunday if you want to pick one up in person (limited copies available get there early!), or check out the 🔗 in bio for orders online & further afield!

16/05/2024

My first co-working day today and it's been a real treat to try something new!

Have you ever tried an event like this?

Sometimes being self-employed can mean that we miss out on the simple things such as sitting in a room working alongside other human beings!

It's been lovely to connect and have some new conversations with people I wouldn't usually have met.

Added bonuses include:
*Amazing food from the cafe
*A chance to try some
*Helpful ideas around how to incorporate social media networks in a meaningful way.

Thanks so much to - despite the tricky weather it's been a breath of fresh air (quite literally!) being based here in the beautiful park for the day.

I hope to be back again!

03/05/2024

Something a little different from me today....

It's been an intense start to the year and as amazing and challenging and magical as it's been, I can feel myself getting close to the edge of 'burn out'

I'm sure a lot of other owners will identify with the feeling, so I've taken half a day off to try and give myself a little mini-break.

I've gone to one of my all time favourite coffee shops (the wonderful gem that is .onion.liverpool ) for a cup of tea, a cheese toastie and a chance to finally try out my 'Christmas Gift to Me' that I bought in December! (Better late than never right?)

It's the most amazing earth pigments kit from that I bought from .co and which I absolutely LOVE.

I bought some watercolour postcards from and some brushes (probably completely the wrong type, having never done this before!) and have spent a very happy hour this afternoon, messing around with some water and the paints and trying to make a small postcard of graduated colours to send to my friend Helen at The Metaphorical Toolbox.

If you swipe through, you can see what I'm going to try next... Attempting a quick drawing of one of my own 'Tools of the Trade' my beautiful

I know I probably won't do it justice, but that's not really the point. I'm super excited to try!

Sometimes it's worth just taking a step back to

p.s. For anyone else feeling close to that burn out... I feel you. Sending big hugs!

01/05/2024

Do you know of, or run any clubs or groups with people who want to go 'beyond smartphone' photography?

Here I am running a workshop session in partnership with the amazing last week.

If you can think of anyone who would like to experience how to bring culture, heritage, science and creativity together, to support wellbeing and mindfulness, let me know and/or tag them in the comments below!

I'd love to share the value of these hands-on, magical photographic processes with as many people as possible.

It's definitely not something you see, or get to experience everyday.

26/04/2024

Can't believe we're now in the last ever hour of the collective community exhibition!

I finally managed to bring my own small human along to see it this morning which meant so much to me.

As hard as it is, I think it's so important for her to see and be part of what I do, even if that's messy and chaotic and often a bit unusual.

When she tells people I work in a dark room with red lights and chemicals and have strange boxes that take magical pictures, it always lights me up 😂

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Penny Lane
Liverpool
L18

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

Telephone

+447969332015

Website

http://www.littlevintagephotography.co.uk/

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Picture the scene. You've wanted to learn how to get started with film photography for AGES ✨📸🎞️ but you're nervous because you're a beginner and keep putting it off. 🤔 Or, you've got frustrated when you've tried in the past, because the images that came back were disappointing.😭 So you chucked the camera in a drawer in a grump and it's been gathering dust ever since (or making you feel guilty every time you catch sight of it). You love the look and feel of film 😍 and you've realised you don't want to waste loads (more) money and time, trying to grapple with it on your own, or scrolling through hours of YouTube videos. Don't worry. Now you know me! (Rachel) *waves hello* 👩‍🏫 I'm an ILFORD film & darkroom educator and this is precisely what I specialise in! 😎 There are absolutely no 'stupid questions' and I'm pretty sure I've seen, heard, or made all of the mistakes by now 🤦‍♀️ so that you don't have to. 🥳 So... what happens during a full day (6hr) 'Shoot and Process' Workshop with me? Here's what you'll learn: How to: 📸 Decide what kind of camera & film to use (and why) 📸 Physically load, set and properly USE a film camera 📸 Mix your own chemistry and choose the right recipes 📸 Use a daylight tank and dark bag to process by hand 📸 Put these lifelong skills into practice so you can ALSO improve your digital photography skills as a result Sounds good right? Click the 🔗 in bio NOW to choose the workshop & date that works for you and stop struggling on your own! Any questions, reach out and let me know 😎 My darkroom is based in Liverpool, UK and I work with people all over the world so get in touch!

Ever wondered what kind of cameras you might learn how to use on a workshop with me? Or what I use to capture events & weddings on film? Here's a little chance to meet a couple of them!

A little #behindthescenes as I get set up for creating some Vintage Portraits with my hand built Instant Box Camera / Darkroom! I'll be shooting on photographic paper to create large format paper negatives and teaching people a little about how chemistry and light tell a story and produce a photograph. History in action! P.s. Let me know if you'd like to have your own vintage portrait taken on paper!

Take a look around the Little Vintage Photography Darkroom with me! 📸🎞️✨INFO BELOW 👇 Did you know YOU can hire and use it too?! Whether you're visiting Merseyside for the day from further afield... Or would like to take up a 6 month membership (£10 p/m)... (extra bonuses included in membership! - see below👇) There's everything here you'll need to get printing in the darkroom so you can save MASSES of time, money and space! Simply go to my website & click on 'Darkroom' 🔗 in bio Current Rates: 📸One-off (Non-member) Day Hire = £16.50 p/h (10-4pm) 📸Darkroom (with Membership) Hire = £11.60 p/h (10-4pm) Darkroom Membership is just £10 per month and includes: ✨Discounted hire of full multi-format B&W Darkroom ✨Virtual Film Development Parties ✨Priority access to community exhibitions and events ✨Additional tech support / guidance available ✨A dedicated Discord community support group ✨All paper chemistry needed Accessibility notes: 🌈Safe & welcoming space for all persons (female-owned) 🚂Public Transport 30 seconds away (Hamilton Square) 📶Due to the historical nature of the building, sadly there is no step-free access 👂Training in use of BSL (beginner level) to open up analogue photography to more of the d/Deaf community 🚸DBS checked (Under 18's must be accompanied due to use of chemistry etc)

So often I forget to just slow down, stop & listen. 🌦️☔🌧️ Ironically, my intention to do this, was a huge factor behind why I started Little Vintage Photography in the first place. I needed to create a way of living that helped me slow down my whirlwind brain, and this is why I think analogue photography has ALWAYS appealed to me. 📸🎞️ It can't be any other way. It has to be slow. ✨🌿 And I have to catch myself now and then, because I'm up against an internal battle to do it all, when mostly what I actually need to do, is the opposite. Any suggestions on what's worked for you, gratefully received!

Happy Sunday! Show us your prints!! Here's a little #bts clip from the end of @bengorman78 darkroom printing session this week. Ben's been busy trying to perfect a specific dodge and burn technique on a beautiful handmade black & white print ready for the Through The Lens exhibition and sale @hamiltonvaultstudios coming up soon. Do you have a favourite photo, old negatives or a print you'd love to spend time perfecting? Did you know you can hire the Little Vintage Photography Darkroom for a one-off day? Or join the membership for just £10 p/m?! Membership gives you: *A BIG discount on any darkroom booking *Access a monthly seat at a Virtual Film Development Party *A dedicated Discord community / support group *Exhibit at collective exhibitions / Take part in events All the info to join on the website: littlevintagephotography.co.uk / link 🔗 in bio

"I don't have to start from scratch every time, it's saved me hours of work and it's more than paid for itself!" Darkroom ambush! Ben is in printing today and told me a little bit about how his copy of The Ultimate Film and Darkroom Workbook is helping him save hours of work (and money from not wasting that spenny film & photographic paper!) What tool has helped you save the most time, money and energy in film photography? Let me know in the comments! P.s. If you want to pick up your own copy of the Workbook just click the 🔗 in bio! And yes, I ship UK & internationally ☺️

Happy (belated!) World Photography Day for yesterday (19th August) Hope you all had a wonderful time looking at, taking or processing photos! Whatever you got up to, or perhaps if you wanted to use this week to set some photographic intentions for the year, let me know in the comments! Would love to hear your plans and / or questions!

Did you know it's #WorldPhotographyDay on 19th August? Have you ever shot film? What was your first camera? What are your burning questions about analogue photography?! Let me know in the comments and I'll do a Q&A ! #shootfilmbenice #believeinfilm #sheheartsfilm #filmisnotdead P.s. Do you ever get stuck in a photographic rut? You can pick up your own copy of The Ultimate Film and Darkroom Workbook from the 🔗 in bio and get planning your next adventure!

What would you capture?! I had the absolute pleasure of teaching Beth how to process her first roll of B&W film last week, and it was magical (as always!) to see the roll coming out of the tank and on to the light pad! She'd somehow managed to capture a little snapshot of her own history in those 36 frames, with scenes from meaningful places and everyday life. Now she knows how to do it, I can't wait to see what she develops next! Let's get into the darkroom and make some prints soon Beth! P.s. If you've got an old film camera sitting in a drawer and want to know how to use it or process a roll of film, get in touch! I can save you HOURS of time watching YouTube videos. 😎📸🎞️✨ Workshops 🔗 in bio

Absolutely loved teaching this Darkroom workshop today. It was a real delight to meet @joenoseph @richardccbrady and @laurielozmo Just look at the stunning prints they made! Want to learn how to print your own? Just check out the EDUCATION page of my website or drop me a DM. I've got a workshop for that. 😎🥳✨📸🎞️

What a day! Yesterday was the first (of many we hope!) #BigFilmPhotowalk organised by @analoguewonderland ! It took place around the country with 40+ photowalks happening simultaneously and this is just a little snippet of our Liverpool edition! An absolutely LOVELY group of people, many miles were walked, many rolls of @kodak film were shot! Extra special thanks to @beattyfoto from @northwestfilmphoto and @aitchclarke for absolutely saving the day and enabling me to run two different analogue photography events at the same time in different parts of the city! For everyone who took part in the Liverpool walk, please tag yourselves in and keep in touch! Can't wait to see the photos when they come back and just let me know when you want to come along and see the Little Vintage Photography Darkroom & Studio!

What's the cheapest 💲💵🪙🤑 camera you use to shoot with?! 📸🎞️ Back in the mists of time, we decided to start something called the #CheapShotsChallenge at @sunny16podcast where you take your cheapest / best value camera (under £30-£50) and shoot a roll of film around a set theme (this round is 'History'). The idea is that it removes the barriers to entry, and helps us all focus more on the fun aspects of film photography, rather than aiming for perfection. Then you send us your favourite two frames via [email protected] along with an 'artist's statement' 😂 (or just the basic info and how much of a faff you found it all to be!) Keep the camera for subsequent rounds with different themes (this can work out to be a blessing sometimes and a curse at others!) and all part of the fun! p.s. I'll be processing my roll of film tonight at the monthly 'Virtual Film Development Party' #VFDP 🥳 which I host each month for my Analogue Academy Patreon & Darkroom Membership! If you'd like to join in with a future Dev Party 🥳 just let me know and I'll send you details of how to join.

Watch me set up for #worldwidepinholephotographyday with my @ondu_cameras 35mm MKII and a roll of @harmanphoto #phoenix for the FIRST TIME! As the film itself only came out in December, this was the first opportunity to use it during #WPPD @pinhole_day_team Yes, it was a bit chaotic, (and I'm using one of my toddler's toys and a couple of boxes of film as a makeshift tripod! 😂) but I did manage to load the film and shoot a few frames whilst away from home, so I class that as a WIN! Whatever you did today for #worldwidepinholephotographyday I hope you had fun. After all, that's really what it's all about. Let me know how you got on in the comments or send me a DM!

And... that's it! The TAKE/MAKE/CREATE collective @littlevintagephotography community exhibition is now CLOSED! HUGE thanks to everyone who took part, submitted their work, helped out, laminated (@aitchclarke sooo much lamination! 😂) provided food (@nettle_wirral ) came to view (@hamiltonvaultstudios ), supported the show and bought a beautiful handmade photograph! I'll post some more highlights soon! #TAKEMAKECREATE #shootfilmbenice #believeinfilm #filmisnotdead #inthedarkroom #sheshootsfilm #sheheartsfilm