Heungju Moon's Daguerreotype Achromat 2.9/64 Art Lens First Impression

In this article, we delve into the world of photographer Heungju Moon, who shares his first impressions of the Daguerreotype Acromat 2.9/64 Art Lens . Discover how his photographic journey began, his focus on the importance of light, and his experiences playing with the soft bokeh effects of this unique lens.

Hello, and welcome to the online magazine! Please introduce yourself.

Hello. I am Heungju Moon, a photographer specializing in commercial photography with a focus on portraiture.

When did you start taking photos?

I started right after graduating from high school, at the age of 20. At that time, when I didn't know what I wanted to do or what I liked, I became interested in photography, which was my father's hobby.

My interest gradually shifted to a desire to take better photos, and through photography, I began to enjoy everyday life. After that, I pursued a degree in photography to learn it professionally and worked in a studio after graduating to gain more expertise. Thankfully, I continue to enjoy a fulfilling life through photography now.

What do you consider the most important aspect when taking a photograph?

Light! Just as the origin of the word photography means drawing with light, I believe light is the most crucial element when photographing. Initially, I didn't understand this well, but my interest in light grew as I took more photos. I found capturing light through various natural and artificial sources illuminating our daily lives fascinating.

What did you like the most about this lens?

What I liked the most was the soft 'bokeh' effect. Unlike the sharp images produced by digital camera lenses, this lens allows for a subtle bokeh effect, making it easy to achieve the look of analogue photography through a digital camera.

What aspects do you focus on when taking a photograph?

I mainly looked for scenes where light was clearly visible in nature. By using the lens’s bokeh effect to subtly express areas where light enters vividly, I was able to make the contrasting parts of the photograph more interesting.

How would you describe your experience using the Daguerreotype Achromat 2.9/64 Art Lens ?

If you want to express a soft, analogue look with a digital camera, try using the Daguerreotype lens.

What features of the Daguerreotype stood out to you?

Despite its vintage-inspired design, I appreciated that it can be used with modern digital cameras.

Could you tell us about your favorite photo from the shoot?

You may wonder about seeing a bike photo, but the reason it's my favorite is that it was taken during my first bike trip. It was a trip I had wanted to take for a long time, and I was thrilled to fulfill this small dream. The Daguerreotype lens helped capture the dreamlike reality I experienced during that trip with its ethereal effect.

If you were to describe the Daguerreotype Acromat Art Lens in three words, what would it be?

Softness, Dreamy, Ethereal.

Do you have any planned projects or exhibitions for this year?

This year, I plan to focus on wedding photography. I usually take portraits, and capturing people’s happiness is truly meaningful to me—it even makes me feel happier when I see their joyful moments. So, this year, I aim to capture even more of people’s happy moments through wedding photos. Please also check out @_alwaysju and show some love!

If you’re interested in keeping up with Heungju Moon and his work, you can check out his LomoHome and Instagram.

written by hey_springtime on 2024-08-23 #gear #culture #people #korea #bokeh #art-lens #daguerrotype-achromat