Hola, I’m Mandyleft, a film photographer from the Canary Islands, now based in the UK.
I photograph stories of people and places, usually with a connective thread of heritage and culture. I appreciate craftsmanship and value the importance of keeping traditions alive. There’s a lot of meaning for me in anything handmade. I believe it carries not only a part of the person who created it but also a piece of history.
My style is natural and classic. I like to create intentional and lasting images. Whether I’m photographing a person, a garment, or a space, I pay attention to atmosphere and detail.
I enjoy working with people who are dedicated to what they do. People who put emotion and care into their work. That kind of energy is something I’m drawn to, and it always finds its way into the photographs.
Travel is part of my life, and my photography moves between Spain, the UK, France and Italy.
@bigbadash
@gunpowderjam_
@thatonenico
Community
From my love of connection, I founded OnlyFilms in 2022, a collective for film photographers who share a passion for analog processes. This community has grown organically as a space for film photographers to collaborate, exchange knowledge, and explore the art of film. Together, we support each other’s creative journeys, hosting events, and championing film photography as an art form and cultural heritage.
Why film?
I shoot on film because I find joy in working with a physical, tangible medium. Handling a negative, developing it by hand, and seeing a print come to life in the darkroom provides a satisfaction that’s both deeply personal and timeless. To me, manual work is a fundamental human activity, and film photography allows me to connect fully with the creation process, from the initial shot to the final print.
@cameragocamera
@bigbadash
Influences
My work is influenced by classical art, literature, and my lifelong connection to the sea. Growing up in the Canary Islands, the sea became part of my vision and my inspiration, a vast, mysterious landscape that I continue to explore through photography and poetry. The sea speaks to me of nostalgia, reverence, and endless creative possibilities. I often find myself returning to it as both a subject and a muse.
Self-portrait
Does this resonate with you?
If you feel my style aligns with your project or brand, I’d love to hear from you.
Get in touch at hello@mandyleft.com.