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Introducing the Daguerreotype Achromat 2.9/64 Brass Art Lens, Chrome Plated

Exuding character, sophistication and grace, the Daguerreotype Achromat is back in high spirits — with an exclusive, brand new chrome finishing. Inspired by the incredible support the Art Lens received on Kickstarter back in 2016, we designed this sleek silver edition to offer a classic, timeless look — and to protect your lens from wear and tear. Looking stunning both on analogue and digital cameras, its cool elegance makes it the ultimate tool to shoot summer festivals, urban life, glamour, the great outdoors and so much more. Get your Chrome Plated Daguerreotype Achromat online or find a Gallery Store near you!

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Under the Lights - Film Photography by Louis Dazy

Photographer Louis Dazy's double exposures are so much more than just visually enticing.

How to Shoot Like a Pictorialist with the Daguerreotype Achromat 2.9/64 Art Lens

New to your Daguerreotype Achromat 2.9/64 Art Lens and don't know where to begin? Say no more, we introduce you to the old art of Pictorialism -- a photographic movement that pioneered the camera as a medium of art.

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Pictures That Shaped Lomography 1993
written by lomographymagazine on 2017-07-26 #culture

Revisit and reminisce one of Lomography's first years with these time capsule photos from '93!
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Let's Celebrate the Launch of the new Chrome-Plated Daguerreotype Achromat Art Lens
written by dop on 2017-07-26

Come and celebrate with us as we present the new Chrome Plated Edition of our acclaimed Daguerreotype Achromat Art Lens. There will be parties, events, exhibitions, and try-out sessions in selected locations around the globe that you don’t want to miss!
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Add Flavor in Your LomoInstant Wide Shots with this Accessory Kit!

Accessorize your LomoInstant Wide camera and bring your shots in a different level! Pair it with ultra wide angle lens, close up lens or twist your images with the splitzer!
Jürgen Becker's New York of 1972, Rediscovered
written by lomographymagazine on 2017-07-26 #news

Rediscovered by his own son Boris Becker, Jürgen Becker's documented photographs of early 70's New York resurface for public viewing.
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Silver is the New Black: Introducing the Daguerreotype Achromat 2.9/64 Art Lens Brass, Chrome Plated
written by Lomography on 2017-07-26

The revival of the the world's first ever photographic optic lens - redesigned and reimagined for modern-day cameras - is back with an exclusive chrome finish. Welcome the Chrome Plated Daguerreotype Achromat 2.9/64.
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Stunning shots with the New Petzval 58 Bokeh Control Art Lens

We've been blown away by the latest community shots taken with the New Petzval 58 Bokeh Control Art Lens ! If you didn’t get a chance to back us on our Kickstarter Campaign, don't worry - lenses are now available on our Online Shop! And guess what! They're ready to ship! Grab one now!
How to Become Part of Our 25 Years of Lomography Celebrations
written by ellakoppensteiner on 2017-07-26

To celebrate 25 years of Lomography, we’re inviting our Community to join us in creating a worldwide photography exhibition. Submit your shots and build a LomoWall exhibition near you today!
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Behind the Lens with Chris Lowell
written by Sunshine Reyes on 2017-07-25 #people

You may have seen him in TV shows such as Veronica Mars, Private Practice, or most recently as Bash Howard in GLOW. Now, get to know more about Chris Lowell -- behind the lens.
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On Photography, Art & Mexico: Inside the Mind of Pedro Meyer
written by lomographymagazine on 2017-07-25 #people #videos

Pedro Meyer, one of the most significant icons in contemporary photography, takes a seat as he talks about hiss own musings and inklings on art and photography and how the Mexican culture consumes the medium.
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Cry For Me: X-Pro Experiments with Ezekiel Santos
written by lomographysoholondon on 2017-07-25 #news #people

UK based student photographer Ezekiel Santos has been using the Lomography X-Pro 200 film for his project titled 'Cry For Me', which addresses the mental health issues of young men.
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LC-A Instant Back+

Experience instant Lomo LC-A gratification! The LC-A Instant Back+ is specifically designed for LC-A cameras so that you can get your hands on those classic eye-popping, vignetted photos that you can't get enough of! Simply attach it to the back of the camera and load with Fuji Instax Mini film.
How Legendary Music Photographer Mick Rock Iconized Rockstars
written by lomographymagazine on 2017-07-25 #people

Photographer Mick Rock was known as "The Man Who Shot The Seventies", capturing the most arresting walks of life he had encountered as a young British student and photographer in the age of punk and rock.
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Under the Lights - Film Photography by Louis Dazy
written by cheeo on 2017-07-25 #people

Photographer Louis Dazy's double exposures are so much more than just visually enticing.
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New Petzval Lens - Brass - Canon Mount

Photos shot with a New Petzval lens are immediately recognizable for their super-sharp focus areas and wonderful swirly bokeh effect. The lens is readily available and ships right away.
Lomographers Throughout the Years: Superlighter
written by lomographymagazine on 2017-07-25 #people

For Lomography's 25th anniversary, we take a quick trip down memory lane with 25 of the community's most iconic members. Next up: Aurelio Laloni, known to the community as Superlighter.
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Fantasy and History with Nicolette Clara Iles and the Petzval 85
written by lomographysoholondon on 2017-07-25

Nicolette Clara Iles is a UK based photographer. She shoots with film to create soft tones and subtle elements of distress, which give her photos an eerie and beautiful feel. Here's a peek into the images she shot with the Petzval 85 lens.
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Take the perfect portrait with the Petzval 85 Art Lens Brass and Lens adapter bundle!

Grab your New Petzval 85 Art Lens Brass edition in the lens mount and mount adapter of your choice and start taking the instantly recognizable bokeh-full portraits!
A Crash Course to German Expressionism
written by lomographymagazine on 2017-07-24 #videos

During the Weimar period of Germany, noted for being a turmoil-filled time for the country, German cinema was the only thing that was way ahead of everyone else's.
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Say 'Hola' to the newest member of the Lomo'Instant Family, the Lomo'Instant Panama!

Welcome the warmth of summer and chronicle your beach-bound adventures with the tropical-island-inspired Lomo'Instant Panama!
Eadweard Muybridge: an Innovator of Motion Photography
written by lomographymagazine on 2017-07-24 #culture

One can say cinema is photography's brother. The relationship between the two mediums are knit closer through the pioneering works of photographer and innovator Eadweard Muybridge.
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The Vancouver Youth of the 1970's
written by lomographymagazine on 2017-07-24 #culture

The 1970's was the decade of the Greenpeace and revolution -- anti-war insurgencies, anti-Vietnam war protests, and pro-environment movements were rampant across the world. But for the youth in Vancouver, 1970's was a turning point.
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Synthesaur is our LomoHome of the Day!

Lomographer synthesaur challenges our perception of reality with his creative use of psychedelic colors and framing. From everyone here in Lomography, congratulations to synthesaur for winning Home of the Day!

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Celebrate the start of summer with up to 60% Savings!

Save up to 60% on selected cameras, bags and accessories with the Lomography Summer Sale!
The LC-A Wardrobe
written by lomographymagazine on 2017-07-24 #gear

Everybody needs a little wardrobe change once in a while. For the LC-A, it comes in the form of different eye-catching editions and designs!
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Lightpainting reinvented - Check out the Pixelstick!

Pixelstick is the most incredible lightpainting tool ever! It consists of 200 full color RGB LEDs inside a lightweight aluminum housing. With pixelstick, you can seamlessly insert any image into your long exposures. Pixelstick can even increment through a series of images over multiple exposures, opening up lightpainting to the world of timelapse, and allowing for animations of a scope and quality never before seen
Monday Moodboard: The Empyrean
written by lomographymagazine on 2017-07-24 #places

For this Monday Moodboard, we take you way up to where the deities reside. It's not so bad to get your head in the clouds on a dull day such as this one.
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Joseph Barrett: Finding the Essence of Man in Portraiture
written by Ciel Hernandez on 2017-07-23 #people

Traditional notions of masculinity have been thrown out of the window. In the photography of English portraitist Joseph Barrett, it is high time for the world to start looking at people without pre-judging eyes.
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Up to 50% off on Lomography Bags!

Need something to keep your gear safe in and share your pride with the world? An amazing selection of Lomography bags are currently on sale! Don't lose the moment and get your favorite one!
This Week on Lomography
written by Lomography on 2017-07-23 #news

Here's your weekly dose of the latest happenings in the Lomography Community.
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The New Jupiter 3+ 1.5/50 L39/M back is on stock!

Revel in the crystal-clear sharpness, natural colors, and dreamy bokeh of the resurrected Russian masterpiece that is the Jupiter 3+ Art Lens! Purchase your very own brass beauty now while our limited supplies last, and get it shipped to you by the end of June 2017!
Newcomer of the Week: Jakub Valovič and Lucia Vnučková (lucia_and_jakub)
written by Lomography on 2017-07-23 #people

Lucia Vnučková and Jakub Valovič (@lucia_and_jakub) may have different reasons for taking up photography but they both share the same burning passion for the craft. Inspired by each other's creativity, they decided to collaborate on a single LomoHome. Get to know our community newcomers from Bratislava, Slovakia in this interview.
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Go Medium Format with LC-A 120

Think fast, shoot faster! Get show stopping square photos on 120 film with the glowing colors, shadowy vignettes & fine contrasts. This season, never miss any adventure with the LC-A 120!
An Interview with Slevin Aaron on Flowers, Portraiture & People
written by Ciel Hernandez on 2017-07-23 #people

Szczecin-born photographer Slevin Aaron's visual poetry draws a metaphor between humans and flowers. Referring himself as an 'emotions' photographer, his semi-surrealistic art photography get in touch with realism. We talk to the photographer in this fascinating interview.
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