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• Shooting Fashion and Beauty with the Art Lenses

  written by shhquiet on 2021-10-14

  

  Building your portfolio? A Lomography Art Lens will come in handy for a more polished and professional look to your photographs.

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• Bokeh for Beginners: Reasons to Incorporate It in Your Photos

  written by shhquiet on 2021-10-14

  

  You've probably seen the word "bokeh" and wondered, what's so special about it? Isn't it the same as background blurring? Here's a primer for those who are new to bokeh!

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• Christian Heidebur: Capturing Enchanted Forests with an Art Lens

  written by shhquiet on 2021-10-14

  

  Soft and painterly, Christian Heidebur's forest and nature photographs taken with the Daguerreotype Achromat Art Lens are reminiscent of scenes from a fairy tale.

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• Cool and Calm — a Photo Gallery by @botty59

  written by shhquiet on 2021-10-09

  

  When natural light, a lovely muse, a cool concept, and good choice of film come together, it results in photographs that are as mesmerizing as these.

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• Waggrad00: Rediscovering Creativity Through the Holga

  written by shhquiet on 2021-10-01

  

  For most photographers, especially in a pandemic-stricken time, photography has been therapeutic, and many have found their way back to film or were convinced to try it. Julia rediscovered the Holga and documented her healing time and progress, light leaks and all.

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• Sunlit in Radio Street—Photos by @raintoday

  written by shhquiet on 2021-09-23

  

  A lovely muse, a bright red dress, and natural lighting make for a laid-back yet eye-catching photo series.

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• Cinzia and Gabriel: Capturing Beauty and Spontaneity in Nature

  written by shhquiet on 2021-09-19

  

  A creative duo from Italy captures effortlessly elegant portraits and postcard-perfect landscapes inspired by nature.

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• A Sprocket Rocket Story by @fisheyemary

  written by shhquiet on 2021-09-14

  

  A Lomographer shares her passion for film photography as well as her first Lomography camera, the Sprocket Rocket.

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• Spinner 360°: Keeping Up With the Times

  written by shhquiet on 2021-09-13

  

  How does a crowd-friendly camera such as the Spinner 360° fare in our current social situation?

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• Intricate Flower Close-Ups Taken With a Dental Camera

  written by shhquiet on 2021-09-11 #culture

  

  Monika Mitterdorfer lures us in with these delicate floral photos, taken with a Yashica Dental Eye II—a camera meant for medical and scientific purposes.

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• Kelly Ferreira: A Color Extravaganza On Film

  written by shhquiet on 2021-09-09 #people

  

  Kelly Ferreira, a fashion photographer in the making, shares her love for color through these analogue photographs.

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• Film Photography As Creative Reboot

  written by shhquiet on 2021-09-06

  

  Computer Science student Danylo Vasylysyn broke the monotony of his tedious studying process through film photography.

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• Kyiv on Film: A Local's Exploration of an Ever-Evolving City

  written by shhquiet on 2021-09-04 #people #places

  

  A photographer rediscovers his changing city and his fondness for film photography.

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• Strange Occurrences In Monochrome, by @solariswhiteball

  written by shhquiet on 2021-08-28

  

  Unapologetically dark and lo-fi, these black & white photos by @solariswhiteball suggest a different kind of cinematic.

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• Youth and Romance—Portraits by @cherniak_am

  written by shhquiet on 2021-08-21

  

  Community member @cherniak_am documents the tenderness of young love through his photographs.

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• Fruits, Fungi, and Film—An Experiment by Clara Rodriguez

  written by shhquiet on 2021-08-14

  

  Using a concoction of fruits, spices, and other organic ingredients, a photographer in Buenos Aires shares the eccentric results of her film soup experiments.

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• Diana Baby 110: Ready to Shoot, From Pocket to Palm

  written by shhquiet on 2021-08-11

  

  The tiniest of the Diana family delivers big lo-fi love to casual photographers who are looking for something pocketable and lightweight!

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• 10 Years In Film: A Zine by Mara Gervais

  written by shhquiet on 2021-08-02

  

  A 25-year-old zinemaker in California self-published a collection of film photographs, taken from the past decade.

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• Multi-lens Memories: Lomography Actionsampler Photos by @cxy

  written by shhquiet on 2021-07-25

  

  Community member @cxy shows us that the multi-lensed Actionsampler is great for still subjects, too!

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• Insiders' Guide to Copenhagen with Lomography Films

  written by shhquiet on 2021-07-24

  

  Niklas Ramon Fürstelin Jørgensen runs a photography shop and processing lab in Vesterbro, Copenhagen. He shared some photos taken in his local neighborhood using a selection of Lomography films.

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• Saved by the Instants — A Quick Chat with Lydia Lutz

  written by shhquiet on 2021-07-19

  

  Instant photography is a big part of artist Lydia Lutz's personal life and creative process. She's taken the Lomo'Instant Wide during her travels, and recently, it saved her from a photo shoot mishap.

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• Rockin' the Sprockets In Citrus Tones

  written by shhquiet on 2021-07-17

  

  Here's a pairing that's truly classic: Sprocket Rocket and the discontinued Lomography X-Pro 200 film.

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• Tips For Newbies: Cool Pool Photos

  written by shhquiet on 2021-07-16 #tutorials

  

  The days are heating up, signaling the start of summer. Here's a pool of photos and tips to get inspired by on your next water adventure!

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• Photo Stories: A Photographic Dialogue Between Two Cities

  written by shhquiet on 2021-07-11

  

  Separated by the pandemic, two cousins used photography to communicate, creating a visual dialogue between each of their cities.

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• Escaping to Sunkissed Days in Mallorca by @halbert

  written by shhquiet on 2021-07-08 #places

  

  A graphic designer and music producer in one of Spain's Balearic Islands used film photography to escape lackluster days, post-winter and lockdown.

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• The Unlikely Rise of the Disposable Camera

  written by shhquiet on 2021-07-07

  

  Often touted as a last-minute choice for trips, a back-up camera for photographers, and a low-cost giveaway, the disposable camera sheds its lowly image and becomes a trendy staple among young memory-makers.

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• A Psychedelic Escape — Interview with KALI of Evertender Studios

  written by shhquiet on 2021-07-03

  

  For KALI of Evertender Studios, nothing can stop her from pursuing her passions—even her disability. She has compromised interests and dreams due to her health issues but is still determined to make the most out of her life, which includes creating as much art as possible.

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• A Chat With a Family of Lomographers: Gérard, Margot, and Martin Heinz

  written by shhquiet on 2021-06-28 #culture #people

  

  Influenced by Stéphane Heinz (@vicuna), his brother Gérard Heinz (@ketchfoto), and children, Margot and Martin, set foot in the world of Lomography and never looked back.

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• Wide and Endless – Lomo LC-Wide Panorama by @gaz

  written by shhquiet on 2021-06-26

  

  You've shot classic landscapes and squares, how about endless panoramic photos? Community member @gaz shares his sweeping shots with the Lomo LC-Wide and a few tips.

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• Imperfections Make It Better – An Interview with @pinelich

  written by shhquiet on 2021-06-23 #people

  

  As a camera operator for television, Pine turns to film photography as an escape from the polished perfection that her job requires.

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• Multi-lens Memories: Lomography Oktomat Photos by @oukrid

  written by shhquiet on 2021-06-15 #gear #people

  

  What is small, red, and has eight eyes? It's the multi-lensed Oktomat! We're revisiting this fun camera through community member @oukrid's photos.

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• Vanessa Gonzalez: Expressing Gratitude Through Instant Photography

  written by shhquiet on 2021-06-13

  

  Disheartened by the repercussions of the pandemic, Vanessa Gonzalez readjusted her focus into photography, taking instant snapshots of moments she's thankful for.

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• Mastering the Art of Intentional Blurs

  written by shhquiet on 2021-06-08 #tutorials

  

  As analogue photographers, we’ve learned to embrace, and even love, the imperfections of film. But sometimes, when we come across a blurry shot from our roll, we dismiss it as a reject.

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• Multi-lens Memories: Lomography Actionsampler Photos by @hanibale

  written by shhquiet on 2021-06-08 #gear

  

  When was the last time you saw (or used) an Actionsampler? Community member @hanibale actively uses this multi-lens camera for taking fun and charming snapshots.

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• Everyday Analogue Architects: Malvarrosa Film Lab

  written by shhquiet on 2021-06-02 #culture #news #people

  

  Five best friends bonded over the love for analogue photography and created a film lab in sunny Valencia (in Spain). Say hola to Malvarrosa Film Lab!

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• Photo Stories: Hiking Instant Series by @z-borsos

  written by shhquiet on 2021-05-29 #people

  

  Community member @z-borsos takes us on a nature walk in his hometown through these instant snapshots.

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• A Guide For Newbies: Using Lomography Films Effectively, Pt. II

  written by shhquiet on 2021-05-25

  

  If you're new to film photography and feeling overwhelmed with the film choices, here's a rundown of Lomography's color films, plus some tips on how to use them well.

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• Redscale: One Technique, Different Looks

  written by shhquiet on 2021-05-24

  

  When it comes to redscale, there is no standard look. You get different effects from flaming hot reds to mellowed out tones, depending on your film, subject, and lighting conditions.

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• The Charm of An Instant Photo

  written by shhquiet on 2021-05-23

  

  Sometimes we forget that there is so much to love about instant photography.

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• Pets on Film – Different Pet Photo Ideas

  written by shhquiet on 2021-05-19 #tutorials

  

  Here are some tips on how to elevate your casual pet snapshots to the next tail-wagging level.

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• Inspiracles – Take Better Pictures With This Deck of Cards

  written by shhquiet on 2021-05-18 #gear #news

  

  Every once in a while, we run out of photography ideas. Inspiracles Creative Card Decks aim to inspire when you're stuck in a creative rut.

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• A Guide For Newbies: Using Lomography Films Effectively, Pt. I

  written by shhquiet on 2021-05-18 #gear #tutorials

  

  If you're new to photography and picked up or just discovered Lomography film, here's a rundown of what to expect from each film and how you can take advantage of its full potential.

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• Jacopo Bellelli: Sci-Fi, Nostalgia, and Everyday Life

  written by shhquiet on 2021-05-12 #people

  

  A communications manager in Belgium channels his love for cinema and literature through his neon-lit nostalgic photographs.

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• 'Siggie' – A Record of Youth From a Mother's Perspective

  written by shhquiet on 2021-05-09 #culture #news #people

  

  Danish photographer Lisbet Nielsen pays tender tribute to her daughter's coming-of-age in this touching collection of photographs.

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• Mirror Self-Portraits I Wish I Took (Plus Some Tips)

  written by shhquiet on 2021-05-04 #tutorials

  

  In the past year–with the whole world staying in–self-portraits have become even more prevalent. And people like you have become even more creative with it. Here are some of the most interesting ones taken by lomographers, plus some tips on how to achieve similar results.

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• Christopher Schüette: Living In The Moment

  written by shhquiet on 2021-05-02

  

  Christopher Schütte enjoys being laid-back when it comes to photography—capturing everyday moments while having fun.

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• Shifting Your Colors With Lomography Film

  written by shhquiet on 2021-04-23 #gear #news

  

  A look into two of Lomography's color-shifters, the LomoChrome Metropolis and the LomoChrome Purple film.

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• NOTICE by Wesley Verhoeve – A Photo Book About Slowing Down For Creativity

  written by shhquiet on 2021-04-23

  

  123 consecutive days of daily photo walks. 307 hours of walking. 1230 kilometers. 34,194 images made - all documented in a photo book by photographer Wesley Verhoeve.

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• Chasing Light With Nico Pérez

  written by shhquiet on 2021-04-21 #people

  

  From his pale, pastel-toned portraits to glowing, sun-soaked snapshots, it's easy to tell that Nico Pérez is well-versed in creating images that dreams are made of.

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• Isamu Yamamoto: A Passion Realized

  written by shhquiet on 2021-04-20

  

  A Japanese photographer left the corporate world to pursue his passion in photography.

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