Frames

Frames is a modern digital platform designed for analog film photographers who want to enhance and preserve their creative process with the support of carefully crafted software. Built for those who shoot on film but seek the organizational power of digital tools, Frames helps users log detailed shooting information and embed that data into their scanned images. With dedicated apps for both iOS and macOS, the system works in two clear stages: record in the field, then organize and export once development is complete.

The iOS app acts as a digital notebook, allowing photographers to log essential settings like shutter speed, aperture, film stock, camera model, lens, location, and personal notes—all per frame. A large catalog of preloaded film types and autofill tools make documentation fast and accurate, even during fast-paced or long sessions. Frames was designed to feel lightweight in the moment, but powerful in its long-term benefit, helping users create a meaningful archive of their work.

The macOS companion app provides the second half of the workflow. After scanning, photographers can import their images, pair them with previously recorded data, and export JPEGs with embedded metadata. This EXIF data remains attached to each file and mirrors the original shooting conditions, making it useful for cataloging, editing, sharing, and preserving photographic intent. Frames turns a once-fragmented process into something fluid and consistent.

Frames operates on a subscription model, providing ongoing updates, improvements, and support. This approach allows the platform to evolve continuously while delivering high value to its users. There are no ads, no tracking, and no unnecessary complexity—just clear tools built with care for a creative audience.

Headquartered in Paris, France, Frames is developed by an independent studio that values simplicity, privacy, and craft. The team behind Frames has a deep respect for analog processes and aims to build focused, high-quality tools that empower photographers rather than distract them. By connecting the timeless experience of film photography with thoughtful digital structure, Frames helps creatives stay organized, focused, and ready for the future.
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