The Analog Way: Film for Digital Photographers
A heartfelt course for digital photographers ready to slow down, trust their instincts, and create work that feels alive.
There was a time when photography felt soulful, when every frame mattered, and each click of the shutter meant something.
If you’ve been feeling the pull back to that place, you’re not alone.
The Analog Way was created from twenty years of experience behind film and digital cameras, and from one simple belief: that artistry and intention still matter.
You’ll learn how to shoot film confidently, even if you’ve never loaded a roll before, and begin to see light, shadow, and storytelling in a completely new way.
Doors open November 28 (Black Friday Presale)
Course begins January 5, 2026
Live Calls: January 16th & 30th
I started my career on film, long before digital previews and histograms.
Back then, every frame mattered. You had to trust your meter, your instincts, and your eye for light.
When digital photography took over, I adapted like everyone else. It was efficient. Predictable. Profitable. But somewhere along the way, I started to feel disconnected from the work that once moved me.
I missed the quiet moments of slowing down before pressing the shutter.
The anticipation of waiting for scans.
The way film made me feel something again, both as an artist and as a human.
So I went back. Not out of nostalgia, but in search of the soul I felt was missing.
Film reminded me that photography isn’t just about control, it’s about trust, connection, and intuition.
The Analog Way was born from that search.
It’s everything I’ve learned over two decades of being a photographer, a course built to help digital photographers rediscover their artistry.
If you’ve been craving more meaning, more presence, and more soul in your photography, this is for you.
You’ve probably thought about trying film, but:
You’re intimidated by all the technical talk (ISO, latitude, metering, pushing, pulling).
You’ve watched tutorials that left you more confused than confident.
You’re afraid of “messing it up” and wasting money.
You’re not alone, and you don’t need to figure it out on your own.
The Analog Way takes you from guessing to grounded, guiding you step-by-step through exposure, metering, film stocks, labs, and editing, so you can finally shoot film with ease.
Because film isn’t complicated. It’s just different. And once you understand it, everything about how you shoot changes.
What This Course Gives You
The Analog Way gives you both, the heart of film and the technical foundation to back it up.
Here’s what you’ll gain:
A clear understanding of how exposure, aperture, and ISO work on film (and why they behave differently than digital).
How to meter light, with your camera’s internal meter and a handheld one, so you can expose intentionally instead of guessing.
How to choose the right film stock for your style, lighting, and subject.
How to work with labs to get the look you love.
How to edit film scans and match your digitals to your film.
And the confidence to shoot film professionally or personally knowing you understand every step of the process..
You’ll leave knowing exactly how to shoot film, and why it changes everything about the way you create.
See What’s Inside the Course
What’s Inside the course
Module 1: Why Film?
Module 2: Film vs. Digital
Module 3: The Exposure Triangle for Film
Module 4: Metering for Film
Module 5: Getting to Know Film Stocks
Module 6: Choosing a Film Camera
Module 7: Hybrid Shooting
Module 8: Flash with Film
Module 9: Working with a Film Lab
Module 10: Editing Film Scans and Matching Digital
Module 11: Putting it All Together
Plus, you’ll get:
Two Live Calls (January 16 & 30) for Q&A, connection, and mentorship
Access to future updates as the course evolves
Entry into the Custom Shooting Plan Raffle
A mailed Analog Way Sticker Pack (because we love film flair)
Who It’s For (and Who It’s Not For)
Film isn’t for everyone and that’s exactly what makes it special.
The Analog Way was created for photographers who want to feel something deeper when they shoot. It’s for artists who crave a slower rhythm, honest storytelling, and the satisfaction of creating something that can’t be instantly replicated.
This course is for you if:
You’re a digital photographer who’s ready to finally understand film — without the confusion or intimidation.
You want to slow down and create intentionally, instead of rapid-firing through a thousand frames.
You’re craving a spark in your creativity and want your work to feel alive again.
You want to learn both the artistry and the technical side — metering, exposure, and film stocks — in a way that’s easy to grasp.
You believe photography is more than perfect focus and perfect edits — it’s connection, light, and presence.
It’s not for you if:
You’re looking for quick results, shortcuts, or instant gratification.
You’re uninterested in learning the technical foundations of film.
You prefer to shoot in auto and want to keep your workflow as fast as possible.
You see photography purely as a business, not a craft or art form.
If you read this and thought “That’s me” then it probably is.
You’re not here to collect another course. You’re here to learn something that will stay with you for life a way of seeing and shooting that changes how you approach your art forever.
When you learn film, everything about how you see changes.
You stop chasing perfection and start noticing presence.
You trust your instincts, your choices, your light.
You slow down, not because you have to, but because you want to.
You walk into a session with a few rolls, not a thousand frames.
You notice the subtle shifts of light, the stillness before a smile.
Every frame feels intentional, every image, like art.
Film brings you back to why you started:
to create with feeling, to make something timeless, to fall in love with the process again.
This course isn’t just about learning film, it’s about remembering what photography means to you.
Once you shoot with intention, you’ll never see light the same way.
Bonuses — Thoughtful Extras to Support Your Journey
Black Friday Presale Bonus
For those who enroll between November 28–December 1
You’ll receive a free roll of my favorite 35mm film shipped to your door, a small token of inspiration to start your journey with intention.
Because sometimes, all it takes is one roll to change how you see.
Custom Film Shooting Plan Raffle
When you enroll during the live launch (Nov 28–Dec 15), you’ll automatically be entered to win one of five personalized shooting plans.
These plans are tailored to your goals, lighting environment, and creative style, so you can step into your next session knowing exactly how to approach it.
Sticker Pack & Welcome Mailer
You’ll receive an exclusive Analog Way sticker pack, designed for your gear case, journal, or Shooting notebook, as a tangible reminder of your creative journey.
It’s a little analog joy delivered to your mailbox.
Downloadable Tools + Resources
Throughout the course, you’ll unlock beautifully designed, printable guides that simplify film fundamentals:
Exposure Triangle Cheat Sheet
Metering for Beginners Guide
5 Best 35mm Films to Start With
5 Tips for Using Flash with Film
Key Lightroom Tools for Matching Film to Digital
These bonuses are designed to give you confidence, direction, and a spark of joy every time you pick up your camera.
FAQ
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Absolutely.
You don’t need to have any prior experience with film. Every module walks you through the process step-by-step, from loading your camera to sending your film to the lab, using simple, visual examples. You’ll never be left guessing. -
Nope.
You can start with a basic 35mm SLR camera (the kind you can find on eBay or at a thrift store) or a higher-end system if you already have one. -
Not at all.
You don’t need to develop film yourself (unless you want to). We’ll walk through how to choose a great lab and what to ask for when sending in your rolls. You can get started with minimal gear, just your camera, film, and curiosity. -
Every call will be recorded and uploaded to your course dashboard within 48 hours. You can watch the replays anytime, and still submit questions beforehand if you can’t attend live.
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You’ll have lifetime access to all materials and any future updates.
That means you can come back anytime, refresh your knowledge, and continue growing in your film journey at your own pace. -
Yes — you’ll have two live calls to ask all your questions, plus direct email support from me.
And you can upgrade to voxer support for instant access to me Monday - Friday. -
The live round of The Analog Way begins January 5, 2026, with live calls on January 16 & 30.
Enrollment opens November 28 during the Black Friday Presale and closes December 15 at midnight.
If your heart is saying yes, trust that pull.
Film might be the thing that reconnects you with the artist you’ve always been.
JOIN THE ANALOG WAY
There’s something sacred about slowing down.
About trusting yourself, one frame at a time.
That’s what film gives you, and what The Analog Way teaches you to find again.
Whether you’re picking up your first film camera or returning after years away, this is your space to learn with confidence, create with heart, and reconnect to the reason you ever started photographing in the first place.
You don’t need to be perfect. You just need to be curious.
Because once you see what happens when you slow down, you’ll never want to rush again.