Feel Inspired To Take Your Own Beautiful Film Photos
Many people say that “film is not for black people”. These 5 black women that take beautiful film photos are living proof that it is not true.
Film photography looks beautiful with black skin tones and captures our skin in vibrant, vivid colours.
Today, you have many options regarding colour-balancing capabilities on colour film, so do your research before purchasing a film camera.
This post is for your reference in case you don’t know what film photos look like on black skin or if you want new recommendations of black women that use film photography to follow on Instagram.
Let’s get started!
1. Tiana Parker
@tianaparkr
A model who shows you how film can be used creatively.
2. Rayan
@rayan.xasan
My first contact with disposable cameras.
Uses film to photograph her daily life and travels. She makes simple moments look magical.
3. Amirah Strand
@amirahstrand
I call her the Filmfluencer. Uses film photography to capture her outfits and accessories.
It gives a different aesthetic to her feed and makes it more unique compared to other influencers.
4. Rainy Milo
@rainymilo
Film queen. An impeccable feed of film-only photos. Extremely high quality and very creative.
I recommend you go and see it for yourself.
5. Jamilla Strand
@jamilla.strand
A model that shows us that film can be used anywhere as conveniently as your phone.
You can find versatility in her film photos.
Film is an amazing way to immortalize a moment. I encourage you to try.
You can start using a disposable film camera before buying your own camera.
I hope you felt inspired to start using film. Let me know in the comments which profile inspired you the most.
Disclaimer: I do not claim copyright over these photos. All image rights belong to the owners and the creators.
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