Vera Kleineke on Double Exposures and Lomography Redscale XR 35 mm

With the Lomography Redscale XR 35 mm and the creative technique of double exposure, Hamburg-based photographer Vera constructs fascinating visual worlds—layered with vibrant hues, striking contrasts, and surprising overlays that blur the lines between memory and imagination.

Welcome to our Magazine, Vera! How did you get into photography, and what fascinates you most about analogue photography compared to digital?

I've always enjoyed taking photos. I also love looking at them—whether they're true works of art or simple snapshots—every picture has a story to tell. Maybe there's also a touch of nostalgia involved: the desire to capture memories and emotions through photography and preserve them for the future. What I especially love about analogue photography is the element of surprise and the little so-called imperfections. Every time a roll of film gets developed, it’s like a small magical surprise you’ve created for yourself!

What do you think of the Lomography vision and how do you incorporate their products into your work?

For me, images need to be visually engaging, but they don’t have to be clean or perfect. That’s why I really connect with the Lomography's philosophy—regardless of the specific products. Just go for it, have fun, experiment. I love it when an image turns out in a way you couldn't have seen with the naked eye. So I occasionally enjoy using films with color shifts or lenses that create a bokeh swirl or that use custom aperture shapes.

What role do experimental techniques, such as multiple exposures or long exposures, play in your photographic style?

Honestly, I hardly ever leave the house without a camera that has a double exposure function—or at least a prism filter—in my bag. For me, the visual effect and the overall vibe of a photo often matter more than a realistic representation. Lomography offers a wide range of film types that provide different visual effects, which fits perfectly with that approach.

Do you have a favorite film from their range and how does it influence your creative vision?

My favorite is definitely the LomoChrome Purple film – best used in combination with wild vegetation, an autumn forest, and a vibrant sky! Or sometimes even at night! But the Redscale film will definitely be appearing more often in my fridge and cameras now. I really want to use it again during the day with stronger exposure, as well as in the evening under strong artificial light.

What advice would you give to photographers who are just starting out in the world of analogue photography?

I would recommend starting with a 35mm film camera. Since you get more exposures per roll, it gives you more opportunities to experiment compared to medium format. And at the beginning, people often underestimate the importance of light :) — so I’d always suggest starting with at least an ISO 400 film and shooting outdoors in good daylight. Additionally, having a camera with a built-in flash can also be really helpful.

Do you have any projects planned in the near future?

I'm intrigued by the "expose both sides" technique sometime. It’s kind of like a Redscale film, but you also expose the original side. You take a color film, expose it, then rewind it "backwards" onto a film reel in the darkroom to expose the reverse side as well.
Of course, Lomography also has a detailed article about this technique.

Thanks so much for sharing your fascinating process with us, Vera! Follow Vera on her Instagram or website to stay updated on her upcoming projects.

written by danielbingler on 2025-06-24 #gear #people Share Article