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The All About Film Guide
Made with love by
Anna Nelson, Stephanie Rosenthal, Rachel Bond, and Valerie Vaughan
Jumping into the world of film photography for the first time can feel daunting and overwhelming - we are here to help
In 2020 during the height of COVID lockdown, the four of us were struggling, feeling isolated and craving community. Valerie started a group chat and we quickly bonded over family, creativity, and a deep, shared love for film photography. Through countless conversations filled with late-night questions, lamenting, rejoicing, and mutual encouragement, we realized the lifeline of the community we had built together. Wanting to extend that same support and connection to others, the four of us created a comprehensive film photography guide, designed not just to teach, but to welcome. The hope is to invite more people to the table, to demystify the beauty of shooting film, and to build a warm, inclusive space where creativity and community thrive side by side.
This course is designed to bring the magic of film photography to anyone curious about picking up a roll for the first time. Born from a shared love of the craft and the community it creates, this course walks you through everything from choosing your first camera to confidently shooting, developing, and understanding the film process A-Z. Packed with real-world tips, personal insights, and troubleshooting advice, it’s more than just a guide, it’s an invitation to join a supportive community of like-minded creators. Whether you're brand new to film or looking to deepen your skills, this course is your gateway to shooting with purpose, creativity, and confidence.
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Photographers you know and love.
What started in our group chat has now come to life – in a comprehensive guide, packed with real-world expertise from four successful business owners.
All About Film Guide is proudly written by: Rachel Bond, Anna Nelson, Stephanie Rosenthal, and Valerie Vaughan
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Pages to inspire you.
We cover everything: gear, metering, film stocks, multiple exposures, client work, scanning, and troubleshooting. This is more than a beginner’s intro – it’s a deep dive designed to support both new and seasoned photographers through every step of shooting life and client work on analog film.
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Kids that call us Mom.
Our inspiration for this guide is deeply rooted in our shared Motherhood experiences. We have found so much joy in photographing our own families on film, and this guide is rich in those moments.
