Intro: How I Found These Stereographs Just yesterday, I was digging through an antique/consignment shop in San Diego when I found a stack of stereograph cards. At first, I thought they’d be the usual Keystone or Underwood & Underwood mass-market cards I always come across, but these were different! No publisher stamps. No world landmarks. Just handwritten notes. When I read the captions, I realized they were from Silver Lake, Los Angeles, and dated around […]
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Introduction There’s something magical about stumbling upon a camera you’ve never seen before, especially one that feels like it holds a story. That’s exactly how I felt when I found my Stereo Realist camera. I had never heard of the Stereo Realist before then, but holding it felt like holding a piece of photographic history. It represented a milestone in the evolution of 3D imaging technology — a bridge between the past and what would […]
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Introduction: Why I’m Falling in Love with Super 8 You know that feeling when you stumble across something at just the right time? That’s exactly how I felt when I found the Argus Cosina Model 706 Super 8. It was a spontaneous consignment shop discovery in San Diego—unassuming, a little dusty, and totally irresistible. I didn’t have a Super 8 camera in my collection yet, and this one looked like a fun fixer-upper with some […]
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Introduction Hello shutterbugs! Very excited to introduce my newest addition to my vintage camera collection, the Polaroid Land Camera Model 95. I found this particular gem at an antique shop near my house, one that I frequent for cameras and record albums. Read on for an overview of this camera, its significance in history, and what I’ve learned from tinkering around with it so far! The Polaroid Land Camera Model 95 About the Camera The […]
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Introduction Welcome to a journey through time with the 1916 Vest Pocket Kodak Autographic Camera! In this blog post, I’ll be chatting about this vintage gem, not just for its age and old-timey charm but for the remarkable history it represents. Join me as we delve into the history, features, and sample photos captured with this fascinating piece of photographic heritage. The Vest Pocket Kodak Camera – A Snapshot of History Significance in the Early […]
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Hey there, shutterbugs! I’m excited to share my latest adventures in the world of film photography with you. For years, I’ve been a dedicated Sony Alpha A7riii user, reveling in the convenience of automatic settings and instant digital feedback. But recently, I leaped medium format film photography with the incredible Mamiya RZ67. Today, I’m excited to share my experiences, tips, and tricks for those of you who are considering or just starting to explore the […]
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Hey there fellow film enthusiasts! I just had a blast shooting with the Lomography LomoChrome Turquoise 35mm film! I’m here to share this exciting experience, and I hope you find the turnout as entertaining as I did. LomoChrome Turquoise isn’t your ordinary film; it’s like a ticket to a wild, color-crazy adventure! I’ve used other types of LomoChrome film before, so I knew to expect a high quality photo with a cool cascade of hues, […]
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