Shooting Film - The Original Photography

Curious about using film in 2026? Come join us at Roberts Camera in Indianapolis to hear about the major formats, popular cameras, and what it takes to develop and digitize negatives at home - and why they unlock looks unachievable in digital-only workflows.

Lifelong Hoosier artist and Sales Manager at Roberts Camera, Nick Henry, will break down the still vibrant film formats and the cameras which use them from the ubiquitous to the esoteric. He'll cover contemporary chemistry and equipment for the kitchen sink developer as well as the equipment for digitizing those negatives at home. Examples of lensing and traditional frame sizes will show the unique effects the savvy photographer can use to set their work apart.

Handouts to include breakdowns of cost per roll when bulk-loading vs buying pro packs and developing at home vs dropping off at the lab. With up-to-date costs per roll and current lab turnaround times you'll be ready to practice and improve your craft under the unique constraints of burning silver. 

Working with traditional formats doesn't mean leaving behind advanced technology - previewing the frame using a digital camera, syncing contemporary lights, and otherwise using the advantages of digital for a hybrid workflow.