# Retro Camera

Shoot Film. Wait for Magic.

## The Challenge

Film photography apps just slap filters on digital photos. They miss the entire experience — the intentionality of limited exposures, the anticipation of development time, the tactile feel of different cameras and film stocks.

## The Approach

Designed a complete film photography simulation, not a filter app. 9 authentic film stocks spanning 1975 Kodachrome to 1990s disposables, each with distinct color profiles and grain. Period-accurate camera UIs from different eras. 24-hour photo "development" mimicking real darkroom timing. Authentic imperfections — light leaks, dust, scratches, date stamps. Limited exposures per roll with no deletion. Contact sheets for viewing developed rolls.

## The Result

Available on iOS and Android. Every design decision reinforces intentionality — no instant gratification, no undo, no filters. The constraints are the product.

## Tech Stack

Native Mobile iOS Android