There are tons of articles out there about the perfect gifts to give to each family member or friend, and how to shop for them. But what about wish list suggestions for your own holiday list?

I don’t know about you, but when my family asks me what I want for Christmas, I freeze up. All year round I can always think of things to buy myself, but once it gets down to gift giving season, I always forget.

Does this happen to you, too? If so, fear not!

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Below, I’ve compiled a list of wish list suggestions — gifts to ask for or take inspiration from, no matter what holiday you celebrate. There are cheaper and more expensive options mixed throughout, so there’s something for everyone. Happy wishlist-ing!

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Film Camera

If you’re tired of taking photos on your phone or a digital camera, a film camera can be a great alternative that allows you to further explore photography.

Film cameras can be complicated and expensive, so if you’re just starting out, I’d recommend a disposable or less sophisticated camera:

This Holga camera, available on Amazon, is a cheap but good quality beginner film camera.

The Holga 120N will give you those old school Instagram filter-style photos, complete with light leaks and vignettes. If you know what you’re buying, this is a really cool camera that’s well worth its $35 price tag.

(Here’s a Flickr group filled with photos taken with a Holga 120N, for an idea of what to expect.)

If you’re looking for something a bit more high end or you want the experience of manually operating the settings, this Canon camera, also on Amazon, is a great alternative.

Film cameras are a fun way to explore photography, or just take cool photos of your friends.