The Film Experience: Soho - A 35mm Film Photography Workshop

This workshop dives into the magic of real 35mm film. Forget digital perfection, we are all about the unique grain, those subtle imperfections, and the undeniable mood only film delivers. You'll learn to shoot with intention, embracing film's limits to create photos that feel authentic, textured, and truly lived-in. It's about slowing down, really seeing, and trusting your gut, focusing on genuine presence over flawless shots.

• You’ve shot some digital or film but want to go deeper into intentional, atmospheric photography
• You are drawn to the look of real 35mm film
• You want to learn by doing, not sitting through a lecture
• You're looking to slow down and rediscover the joy of a more thoughtful, analogue creative process

• Intimate group size, limited to 2 participants.
• A roll of 35mm film (choose from black & white or cinematic colour)
• Film camera provided (typically with a 50mm f/1.8 lens or bring your own)
• Guided photowalk through Soho’s gritty, character-filled streets
• Real-time support on gear, exposure, and composition
• Creative exercises tailored to the film stocks our location
• A guide to the film stocks and their look
• Your film developed and scanned by a trusted lab
• Digital scans delivered in 14 days (no physical prints are provided)

• Comfortable shoes and clothes for shooting outdoors
• Curiosity, patience, and a willingness to embrace the unpredictable
• A 35mm film camera (optional)

• Confidence in shooting film, from loading a roll to mastering metering and composition.
• A mindset shift: learning to slow down, see more deeply, and shoot with real intention.
• A personal set of film photos that capture your unique perspective and pace in Soho.
• A deeper understanding of how film interprets light, mood, and atmosphere.

Please note: Film can be unpredictable, and while I'll do everything I can to help you get good results I can't guarantee every image will come out. What I can promise is to guide you to fantastic locations, support your creative process, and ensure you have a brilliant time doing it.

Host or Publisher Nathan McLune