Our Mission
We believe analog photography is more than a medium — it’s a way of seeing. Our mission is to support and inspire anyone practicing film photography by sharing clear, practical guidance and thoughtful context: gear and film recommendations, hands‑on darkroom techniques, compositional ideas, and historical perspective. One roll at a time, always curious.
What We Offer
- Practical guides: step‑by‑step tutorials for shooting, loading, and exposing film; developing and scanning; and printing in the darkroom.
- Gear and film recommendations: honest reviews and comparative guides for cameras, lenses, light meters, and film stocks — from budget starters to specialist tools.
- Technique deep dives: composition, light reading, metering, reciprocity, and troubleshooting common issues (light leaks, cropping, uneven development).
- Darkroom & processing: developer recipes, temperature control, timing, and printing workflows to help you make the most of your negatives.
- Essays & history: profiles of photographers who shaped the craft, contextual stories about film formats and processes, and reflective pieces on building a photographic style.
- Community features: guest posts, photo essays, and interviews with makers and teachers in the analog scene.
Who This Is For
Estou curioso is for photographers at every stage:
- Newcomers learning how to load a roll or choose their first 35mm camera.
- Intermediate shooters refining their process and style.
- Experienced darkroom users looking for fresh inspiration or technique refinement.
- Anyone drawn to deliberate, observational photography — whether you shoot for art, memory, or the joy of practicing a craft.
Our Approach
We value slowness, intention, and curiosity. That means:
- Practicality first: clear instructions you can actually use on a shoot or in the darkroom.
- Context matters: technical how‑tos paired with historical and creative perspectives so you learn not just how, but why.
- Experimentation: film invites play — try different stocks, push/pull processing, or hybrid workflows and share what you discover.
- Respect for craft: analog photography requires patience and attention. We celebrate the process as much as the finished frame.
Community & Learning
Learning is better together. Estou curioso fosters a welcoming space for questions, experimentation, and constructive feedback. On the site you’ll find opportunities to:
- Read and submit photo essays and process notes.
- Follow step‑by‑step project guides you can do at home.
- Find resources for local labs, workshops, and collectives (where available).
- Connect with other film photographers who share tips, scans, and inspiration.
Why “One Roll at a Time”
Film invites a different cadence than digital: limited frames, careful decisions, and the anticipation between shoot and result. “One roll at a time” is both practical and philosophical — a reminder to slow down, learn from each shot, and enjoy the craft of building a coherent eye over time.
Behind the Site
Estou curioso is created and maintained by a small, curious group of photographers, writers, and makers who love teaching and learning from the wider analog community. We test gear, shoot multiple formats, and spend time in the darkroom so the advice we share is grounded in practice.
If you’d like to share work, suggest a topic, or ask a technical question, we’d love to hear from you. Contact Page