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• Poetry, Photography, and Beyond: A Photo Project by Iosune de Goñi with Lomography Film

  written by cheeo on 2023-05-31 #people

  

  For many, photography has often been a creative outlet during difficult times. Photographer and poet Iosune de Goñi uses the artform as a tool of self-healing and inspiration.

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• Analogue Treasure Trove: 1000+ Cameras and Lenses Found in Storage

  written by cheeo on 2023-05-28 #gear #news #people

  

  Do you remember the time you got excited when you found out where your family's old film camera was kept? Now imagine multiplying that feeling a thousand times as you chance upon a treasure trove of mint-condition photo gear.

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• Etterath: A Feeling of Longing for a Task Completed

  written by cheeo on 2023-05-19 #culture

  

  Longingness and relief combine in our obscure word for the day. We take a look at the meaning of etterath and its connection with photography in our lives.

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• Lomopedia: Mamiya 7 II

  written by cheeo on 2023-05-18 #lomopedia

  

  Is the Mamiya 7 II really a worthy successor to the well-loved Mamiya 7? Let's find out in this installment of Lomopedia.

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• Morii: The Desire to Capture a Fleeting Moment

  written by cheeo on 2023-05-01 #culture

  

  “We live our lives in moments. Those rare experiences we stop to notice and carry with us, in the hopes of stringing them together, trying to tell a story.” – John Koenig

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• London on LomoChrome Metropolis: A Photo Gallery by @cristina_badulescu

  written by cheeo on 2023-04-27 #places

  

  Looking to find inspiration for your next experimental photoshoot? Check out these stylized street scenes captured by @cristina_badulescu using LomoChrome Metropolis film.

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• Lomopedia: Leica C11

  written by cheeo on 2023-04-20 #gear #lomopedia

  

  Are you a fan of hidden gems when it comes to camera collecting? You might be excited to discover the unorthodox and wonderful Leica C11.

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• Lomography Partners: YatGyun of Sai Wan, Hong Kong

  written by cheeo on 2023-04-14 #people #places #partners

  

  Lomography has film partners all over the world and this time we present to you YatGyun from Sai Wan, Hong Kong.

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• Lomopedia: Rolleiflex SL35

  written by cheeo on 2023-04-07 #gear #lomopedia

  

  In this installment of Lomopedia, we'll be looking at the SL35—the very first 35 mm SLR made by Rolleiflex.

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• Lomography Partners: La Peliculera of Madrid, Spain

  written by cheeo on 2023-04-06 #people #places #partners

  

  Lomography has film partners all over the world and this time we present to you La Peliculera from Madrid, Spain.

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• Lomography Partners: monogram of Tokyo, Japan

  written by cheeo on 2023-03-31 #people #places #partners

  

  Lomography has film partners all over the world and this time we present to you monogram from Tokyo, Japan.

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• Lomography Partners: Omoi of Philadelphia, USA

  written by cheeo on 2023-03-27 #people #places #partners

  

  Lomography has film partners all over the world and this time we present to you Omoi from Philadelphia, USA.

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• Lomography Partners: Chez Javotte of Corsica, France

  written by cheeo on 2023-03-24 #people #places #partners

  

  Lomography has film partners all over the world and this time we present to you Chez Javotte from Corsica, France.

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• Lomography Partners: Marfa Film Shop of Texas, USA

  written by cheeo on 2023-03-17 #people #places #partners

  

  Lomography has film partners all over the world and this time we present to you Marfa Film Shop from Texas, USA.

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• Meraki: Labor of Love

  written by cheeo on 2023-03-17 #culture

  

  The world is full of enchanting words that are hiding behind the curtain of languages that are foreign to us. This time we take a look at the Greek word "meraki" and the meaning it holds for us as film photographers.

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• Taiwan in Color: A Photo Gallery by @zhuzhusteve

  written by cheeo on 2023-03-14 #people #places

  

  What can you do with ten frames? As it turns out, you can do a lot. Take a look at what @zhuzhusteve captured in this photo gallery.

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• Lomography Partners: Three Sitting Birds of Larnaca, Cyprus

  written by cheeo on 2023-03-12 #people #places #partners

  

  Lomography has film partners all over the world and this time we present to you Three Sitting Birds, a film shop in Cyprus.

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• Lomography Partners: HobbyFoto of Perugia, Italy

  written by cheeo on 2023-03-06 #people #places #partners

  

  Lomography has film partners all over the world and this time we present to you HobbyFoto from Perugia, Italy.

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• It's All in the Eyes – a Photo Gallery

  written by cheeo on 2023-03-03 #culture

  

  There's a famous saying that describes eyes as the windows to the soul. Let's dive deeper into its meaning and see how it applies to film photography with this gallery of photos from Lomographers.

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• Lomopedia: Agfa Optima Sensor Flash

  written by cheeo on 2023-02-23 #gear #lomopedia

  

  Looking to add another point-and-shoot to your collection? Up for your consideration is the unassuming little gem that is the Agfa Optima Sensor Flash.

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• Harold Feinstein: The Photography Master You've Probably Never Heard Of

  written by cheeo on 2023-02-12 #people #videos #in-depth

  

  “You learn to be a photographer by being a photographer.” Today we’re drawing attention to an overlooked master of photography. Discover the extraordinary work of Harold Feinstein.

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• Sonder: Everyone Has a Story

  written by cheeo on 2023-02-09 #culture

  

  Everyone is the main character in their own story, you are living yours just like the next person. Sonder is the realisation of this phenomenon. Let's take a look at some photos that remind us of this wonderful word.

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• The Diana F+ — A Quick History of the Analogue Icon

  written by cheeo on 2023-02-02 #gear

  

  Let’s take a quick look at the Diana’s rich and colorful history from its humble beginnings in 1960s Hong Kong to becoming a worldwide phenomenon.

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• It's a Dog's World — Photo Gallery by @arostova

  written by cheeo on 2023-01-28 #culture #people

  

  Sometimes, your best friend has four paws, a wet nose, and a wagging tail. Peer into an adorable canine world with community member @arostova.

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• Inside the Analogue Mind of Camera Repairer Pierro Pozella

  written by cheeo on 2023-01-25 #gear #people

  

  Curious about what make a camera tinkerer tick? Join us as we learn more about Pierro Pozella, the young and brilliant specialist behind PPP Cameras.

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• Vistas and Vibrant Colors — A Photo Gallery by @cmtuckerly

  written by cheeo on 2023-01-22 #places

  

  You don't need to go to the movies to visit magical places. Sometimes, all you need to change your perspective is to go off the beaten path once in a while.

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• When Everything Just Clicks — An Interview with Film Photographer Molly Fletcher

  written by cheeo on 2023-01-21 #people #places

  

  The right moment will always present itself for the patient photographer. For Molly Fletcher, she collects those moments in an effort to portray what she feels in the best way she knows how.

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• Lomopedia: Voigtlander Vito C/Balda C35

  written by cheeo on 2023-01-13 #gear #lomopedia

  

  Two cameras, one name. We go double in this installment of Lomopedia as we look into the Voigtlander Vito C.

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• Sprezzatura: The Art of Nonchalance

  written by cheeo on 2023-01-05 #culture

  

  Sprezzatura is an Italian word that describes an impressive feat that looks effortless. We take a look at some photographers from our community who embody this beautiful word.

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• Lomopedia: Praktina FX

  written by cheeo on 2022-12-30 #gear #lomopedia

  

  The Praktina FX was a 35 mm SLR that was way ahead of its time and yet it was discontinued only after six years in the market. Learn more about it in this installment of Lomopedia.

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• Interview with a Film Camera Mechanic: Toni Mattila of Kamerastore and Camera Rescue

  written by cheeo on 2022-12-28 #gear #people

  

  Proper training and apprenticeship are at the core of Toni Mattila's identity as a camera technician. Learn more about his craft in this interview.

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• Experiments and Beyond — a Photo Gallery by @fidannazimqizi

  written by cheeo on 2022-12-25 #people

  

  See the latest experiments from alternative film photography enthusiast Fidan Nazim Qizi in this photo gallery.

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• FilmNeverDie Releases the New CP800 Film Processor

  written by cheeo on 2022-12-19 #gear #news #videos

  

  Darkroom lovers, rejoice. FilmNeverDie brings a new home film processing system to the table.

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• A Film Diary by @pixerina

  written by cheeo on 2022-12-10 #people #places

  

  If your life was a photo album, what photos would you see? We take a look at @pixerina's film diary in this photo gallery.

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• Solivagant: To Wander Alone

  written by cheeo on 2022-12-08 #culture #places

  

  J.R.R. Tolkien was right. Not all those who wander are lost. Find the joy of taking your own path in this gallery of travel photos from our community members!

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• Darkroom Tips With Quinn Balazs

  written by cheeo on 2022-12-06 #people #places

  

  Eager to learn a thing or two about darkroom processes? Then check out this new interview with @qbalazs where he talks about his latest high-contrast black-and-white film album using Harman Direct Positive Prints.

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• Cezary Bartczak and His Hand-Crafted Wooden Film Cameras

  written by cheeo on 2022-12-05 #gear #people

  

  If you love pinhole photography and custom-made cameras then you definitely need to check out Vermeer Cameras. Let Cezary Bartczak show you what his works are all about in this insightful interview.

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• Waist-level Cameras and Why You Should Try Them

  written by cheeo on 2022-11-28 #gear #culture

  

  Ever wondered why some people have a lot of waist-level cameras in their collection? They can literally change your approach to photography, that's why!

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• The Bell Ringer of Hvalsneskirkja: A Portrait Project by Tim Henshaw

  written by cheeo on 2022-11-26 #culture #people #places #around-the-world

  

  Today we're taking a look at the work of photographer Tim Henshaw that puts the spotlight on one of Iceland's oldest bell ringers.

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• Lomopedia: Kiev III/IIIa

  written by cheeo on 2022-11-25 #gear #lomopedia

  

  In this Lomopedia installment, we check out the Kiev III/IIIa also known as the "Soviet Contax".

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• Collecting Colors — @solguillot Shoots with Lomography Color Negative ISO 800

  written by cheeo on 2022-11-21 #people

  

  Feeling a little gloomy? Invite some color into your life with these vibrant shots by @solguillot shot on Lomography Color Negative ISO 800.

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• The Mellow and Moody Side of Film Photography with Staci Lee Kennelly

  written by cheeo on 2022-11-16 #people

  

  Take a break and slow down a little. The world can wait. Check out the calming work of photographer Staci Lee Kennelly in this Lomography interview.

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• Get Closer... And Closer! Candid Close-ups with the LomoApparat

  written by cheeo on 2022-11-13 #gear

  

  Craving for a camera that can do just about anything? Then check out Lomography's newest creative camera—the LomoApparat!

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• The Photography/Lomography Paradox by @corktiles

  written by cheeo on 2022-11-06 #culture #places

  

  Community member @corktiles reminisces about their early photographic experiences and tells us why they will always remain devoted to Lomography.

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• Komorebi: A Dance of Light And Shadows

  written by cheeo on 2022-11-05 #culture

  

  Who knew the playful dance of sunlight peering through the leaves and branches of trees had a name? It's called 'komorebi' and chances are, you've taken some film photos of it.

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• The Conceptual Fine Art Photography of @sylvestre_le_chat

  written by cheeo on 2022-10-31 #culture #people

  

  Blurring the line between conceptual and the surreal, @sylvestre_le_chat wows with these dreamy, artistic images.

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• Lomopedia: Wirgin Edixa Reflex

  written by cheeo on 2022-10-24 #gear #videos #lomopedia

  

  Compact, alluring, and affordable – the Edixa Reflex cameras continue to attract collectors and film photography enthusiasts to this day. Learn more about this line of German-made 35 mm SLRs in this instalment of Lomopedia.

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• Fernweh: A Longing for Far Away and Unseen Places

  written by cheeo on 2022-10-20 #culture

  

  Now that global travel restrictions have mostly been lifted, what place are you planning to cross off your bucket list?

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• The Fun and Flashy Side of the LomoApparat

  written by cheeo on 2022-10-18 #gear

  

  Be the life of the party wherever, whenever. Check out Lomography's new fun and flashy camera—the LomoApparat!

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• Shades and Contrast — @shoao Shoots With the Babylon and Fantôme Kino

  written by cheeo on 2022-10-10 #people

  

  Deep dive into a tone-rich black-and-white world with @shoao as he takes us on a tour of Buenos Aires with the low ISO Babylon and Fantôme Kino films.

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