Cross-Processing Expired Slide Film: A Photo Essay by Taylor Blanchard
There is something liberating about having zero expectations when shooting a roll of film. I shot a roll of expired slide film...
Rome on Experimental Film by Courtney Cardini
Having lived in Rome while I was attending Graduate School, I make it a point to return at least once a year until I can move back...
5 More Ways to Experiment with the Holga 120N by Jennifer Stamps
Simply shooting with a plastic camera is an experiment. But what if you want to take that experimentation to the next level...
I Count Only the Bright Hours Photo Series by Dominic Whiten
In the spring of 2021, I moved home to Aldeburgh, a small town on the east coast of England. Aldeburgh is a place which exudes genteel charm...
Five Tips for Shooting Film at Night by Sara Johansen
Shooting film at night can be incredibly intimidating, and to be honest, I didn't even think it was possible to do without a tripod. But with these five tips...
Cyanotype Photo Series by Sophia Jenny
Cyanotype is a photographic process that has been around for over 150 years. It uses a light-sensitive solution and ultra violet light to create vibrant blue prints...
7 Film Soup Tips to Get Better Results! by Amy Elizabeth
It’s no secret that I love film soup. I love it so much that I even opened up a lab (over a year and a half ago now!) dedicated to...
Los Angeles Travel Story by Mallory Brooks
I'm coming upon 3 years shooting film and have really leaned into experimenting with the medium. Thanks to SIWF Insiders, I discovered my latest favorite technique...
Using Shutter Drag, Strobes, and Gels for Creative Effect by Amy Elizabeth
Today, I’m going to walk you through a creative process I use with shutter drag, artificial lights, and gels to create the images you see in this post...
A Multiple Exposure Experiment: 20+ Exposures in a Single Film Image by James Baturin
I’ve been really drawn to more abstract and experimental forms of photography lately. I’ve experimented a lot with long exposures and intentional camera movement...












