There’s something undeniably special about film photography—the grain, the tones, the imperfections that lend soul to every frame. In a digital age dominated by instant gratification and endless editing, these 30 inspiring photos stand as a powerful tribute to the timeless magic of film photography.
Each image captures more than just a moment; it embodies an emotion, a mood, and a mindful approach to the craft. Whether shot on 35mm, medium format, or instant film, these photographs reflect the unique patience, intention, and artistry that analog photography demands.
From quiet street scenes drenched in nostalgic light to intimate portraits rich with texture, the selected works span genres and styles, but all share a deep reverence for the film medium. These photographers—both emerging and seasoned—show us that film is far from a relic of the past; it’s a living, breathing form of artistic expression. With each frame, they remind us that beauty often lies in the deliberate, the tactile, and the imperfect. For lovers of analog or anyone drawn to photography’s roots, this collection is a heartfelt celebration of film’s enduring charm.
“Only Analogue Photography” is a Instagram page with around 35K followers. Here we are presenting 24 most inspiring photographs from the page. You can check more photos from the link.
Scroll down and enjoy yourself. All photos are linked and lead to the sources from which they were taken. Please feel free to explore further works of these photographers on their collections or their personal sites.
#1. Monsoon Rains, Bihar, India, 1967
Photo by: Raghubir Singh
#2. Michaela Bercu, Vogue Italia, 1988
Photo by: Albert Watson
#3. Umbria, Italy, 1954
Photo by: Fulvio Roiter
#4. Dody Weston Thompson
Photo by: Clarence John Laughlin
#5. Huguette Sabouret au Château de Veyvialle, France, 1942
Photo by: Jacques-Henri Lartigue
#6. Lee Miller, 1927
Photo by: Arnold Genthe
#7. Self Portrait, Paris, 1927
Photo by: Andre Kertesz
#8. Blooming, 1976
Photo by: Romualdas Rakauskas
#9. Hands of Paul Arma
Photo by: Cami and Sasha Stone
#10. Waves
Photo by: @balazssomorjai
#11. Marlon Brando, 1948
Photo by: Ronny Jaques
#12. Shadows
Photo by: Ferdinando Scianna
#13. Fenêtre du Midi, c.1950
Photo by: Brassaï
#14. Irises, 1986
Photo by: Robert Mapplethorpe
#15. Beryl Cazneaux, 1931
Photo by: Harold Pierce Cazneaux
#16. Step
Photo by: Willy Ronis
#17. Rising Dove, 1934
Photo by: Harold Eugene Edgerton
#18. Rome, 1968
Photo by: Lasse Persson
#19. 1970’s
Photo by: David Chalk
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Photo by: @loonamoonphotos
#21. Budapest, 1950
Photo by: Ernő Vadas
#22. Donyale Luna, the first Black supermodel, 1966
Photo by: Charlotte March
#23. France, 1950
Photo by: Jean Dieuzaide
#24. Italia, año 1954
