The intent was to print it and set the 2D replica next to his camera.
Alparslan’s digital illustrations are both an homage to times gone by and a meticulous collection of film history.
To get each box exactly right was the biggest challenge of the project.
The fonts also presented a challenge, with Alparslan having to draw some of the characters himself.
But, in the end, all of the time and effort were worth it.
It reminds many of those days they forgot in their photography adventures.
It is also a colorful visual collection that will encourage young people to take up film photography.
To see all of the film boxes Alparslan designed, check out theFilmLab Flickr.
Akil Alparslan spent four years illustrating 1,000 different 35mm film boxes.
The impressive collection spans everything from Kodak and Agfa to more niche brands.
