Chasing Analog Nostalgia with Digital Post-processing

Experimenting with film-inspired post-processing in digital photography has brought a wave of nostalgia for how I first experienced image-making through analog film. There's something timeless about film’s unique tones and character, and lately I've been testing and tweaking presets that closely replicate those classic looks—like the subtle grain, soft contrast, and depth that originally drew me to the medium.

Combining my journey from film to digital, this comeback feels like reconnecting with long-lost creative roots, but now with tools that offer new flexibility and control. The attached images showcase how these film-like edits are transforming my digital work, capturing the emotions and atmosphere I remember from my earliest photos. Equipment:

Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX85 paired with the Sigma 30mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary Lens