The basics of street photography on film
With the best and newest camera technology dominating the market, choosing to shoot in film could be a total artistic decision. Although, in this day and age, it makes complete sense to shoot street photography on film. As everything in the world is digital, a little analog reminder could do one’s soul good.
For Montreal-based street and nature photographer Frank Enrico Andreoli, street photography on film transforms the fast-paced discipline into slow art. One doesn’t have to save a ton of money from getting their first analog camera. Most secondhand film cameras cost around $50 and still work better than a used digital camera at its price range. It is important to consider that batteries and memory are different when it comes to analog photography, so street photographers better bring extra batteries and film rolls when shooting all day.
The sharpest images captured using digital cameras are quiet and have little to no grain. When using film, especially in street photography, grain is good. The natural grain or noise that film offers is much better and more organic than a miscalculated meter when using digital cameras. Be more detailed before clicking the shutter. Unlike with a digital camera, there’s no way to know how the shot went without having the film developed, says Frank Enrico Andreoli.
Use wide-angle lenses for better space in frames. For portraits and action shots on the street, it’s better to get a full view of what’s happening. Shooting from the hip is a common technique in street photography. Partnering the technique with a faster film may result in better-looking images.