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Six Incredible Films for Low Light Conditions
2023-10-09 #gear #tutorialsWhen the sun goes down, snapping your memories can get tricky. We've listed six of our favorite high ISO film stocks to help you get the perfect shot on your next evening escapade!
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Around the World in Analogue: Paris in Black & White
2022-06-30 #gear #people #places #around-the-worldCommunity member @jess_spd_ shares some black & white photos and stories from a life-changing trip to Paris, France.
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Thoughts on Film Photography and Analogue Technologies by @matiush
2021-11-19 #gear #peopleBerika Beridze (aka @matiush) may be saving up for a digital camera, but owes his exposure to photography to a film camera that his father gave him. Here, he shares his thoughts on the recent trends in analogue photography, as well as some of his favorite photos.
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Elegance and Roughness: Ncarl's Portraits in Black and White
2021-08-12 #peopleFilm photographer and Lomographer ncarl's silky black and white portraits create a sense of playfulness and drama through the manipulation of light and shadow.
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Time Traveling with Light Leaks and Double Exposures by avriljoy
2021-08-09Lomographer avriljoy used a couple of film techniques to create this ambient series titled “Two Timelines”.
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Chemical Palette on Film: Photos by petitchaton
2021-07-29 #peopleEveryday life looks like an acid wonderland through the brightly colored shots of Lomographer petitchaton.
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Artistic Arrangements with Instants by Deniz Berkin
2021-07-22 #culture #peopleWith his Lomo'Instant Automat and Diana Instant Square, Lomographer Deniz Berkin a.k.a. mrlostsoul puts a twist on everyday scenes and objects through his instant collages.
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Lomography Film Comparisons with the Simple Use Reloadable Film Camera
2021-07-20 #gear #tutorialsWe took the Simple Use Reloadable Film Cameras out on a comparison trip to show you how each different film looks in various situations. Which one will be your favorite?
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Annalisa Gaeta: An Instant Maven with the Lomo'Instant Automat South Beach
2021-07-18 #gear #peopleItalian Lomographer Annalisa Gaeta, a.k.a. annalisa-gaeta87, is in love with the Instax Mini format. To make the most out of the film, she trusts the versatile Lomo'Instant Automat South Beach to meet all her creative demands.
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Our Favorite Film Accidents
2021-07-11 #cultureMishaps and film fiascos during the analogue routine happen sometimes... but even failures and accidents can turn into works of art.
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Cultural Imagery on Film: "Tokyo Debris" by herecomesyourmtng
2021-07-05 #culture #placesLomographer "herecomesyourmtng" digs deep into the streets of Tokyo. Capturing especially meaningful images that have cultural and social nuances that blurs the lines between conceptual and street photography.
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The Street Spectator: Photos by joypenn
2021-07-03 #people #placesEnjoy these photographs from Lomographer joypenn as a result of their observant eye and penchant for people-watching.
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The Art of the Blurry Strokes with hundredyearsgone
2021-07-02 #cultureGoing against the grain is what Lomographer hundredyearsgone does. In their photography, they mimic the strokes of ink and brush.
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Staff Review: Firsts Impressions of the HydroChrome Sutton's Panoramic Belair Camera
2021-07-01 #gear #peopleSee what the HydroChrome Sutton's Panoramic Belair Camera can do as photographer and Lomography Japan staff member Yuya Kumagai experiments with diluted coffee to create his own retro filter using the liquid lens.
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Around the World in Analogue: Training Days at the Gosau Glacier
2021-06-30 #places #around-the-worldLomographer evilpete recalls his trip to the scenic slopes of the Gosau Glacier in the Dachstein Mountains on film.
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Waiting for Summer: Outdoor Portraits by Panda Wong
2021-06-28 #peopleThese set of portraits by Lomographer Panda Wong makes us yearn for the shining sun, wide open skies and flowing dresses.
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Analogue Bird Photography
2021-06-24 #cultureHere's a fun divergence for you to incorporate into your analogue routine during the spring and summer seasons -- birdwatching!
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Distressing Expired Negatives: An Album by Spannerino
2021-06-23 #cultureAside from working with pinhole cameras, Lomographer spannerino has a knack for manipulating negatives.
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Reverse Monochrome Film Shots by Sakisaki01234
2021-06-11 #people #tutorials #videosLomographer Saki Saki a.k.a. Sakisaki01234 shares his trip to nearby ruins in Shimonoseki and his method of reverse-developing black and white film in a video.
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Lomo Lookbook: How to Use Lomography Films for Fashion Portraiture
2021-06-01 #tutorialsWhen it comes to fashion portraiture, it's important to add up some zest and edginess to make each photograph stand out, and Lomography films do the job more than well-done. Here are some of our favorite shots and how the films can boost your work process.
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The Film Swappers Society: City Wandering with the LomoChrome Metropolis by klawe and guja
2021-05-27 #peopleCheck out this film swap project with Lomographers klawe and guja and how they took photos of their strolls in their own areas using the cool and chic LomoChrome Metropolis film.
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Still Life Today: Appetizingly Detailed Food Photographs
2021-05-26 #tutorialsWho said you can't play with our food? Analogue and food lovers alike, create some artwork out of your meal before digging in!
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Around the World in Analogue: A Neighborhood in São Paulo
2021-05-21 #places #around-the-worldLomographer Cris Miranda a.k.a. crismiranda contemplates on her neighborhood in São Paulo through her analogue photography as the pandemic persists.
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The Subtle Splendor with Vertical Scenery
2021-05-01 #culture #tutorialsA simple change from the norm can do wonders — such as utilize a portrait orientation for the breathtaking landscapes and panoramas.
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Make This a Double: An International Surprise Film Swap!
2021-04-22Calling lomographers from all over the world! Here's a chance to collaborate with another lomographer (picked at random) for a surprise film swap!
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"Girls are Always Heroes!": A Visual Love Letter by amanachan
2021-03-31Lomographer amanachan gives the Lomography Community a heartfelt, encouraging reminder to embrace and be proud of their womanhood.
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A Day With the Fantôme Kino: Testers' First Impressions
2021-03-31If you've always wanted a cinematic look in your photos, the Fantôme Kino won't disappoint. Here are some first impressions from our testers, so that you'll know what to expect from this film!
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Revisiting Experiences of Young Women in Mary Ellen Mark's Photography
2021-03-01 #culture #newsGet inspired and empowered this International Women's Month with a specially curated show on American photographer Mary Ellen Mark by the National Museum of Women in the Arts!
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Picturing the "New Normal" Romance with Lomography
2021-02-14 #gear #tutorialsHere are some ideas on capturing the look of love in the times of corona with your film camera.
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Markus Hofstaetter Shoots a Portrait With Friend Across 7,000 km
2021-01-26 #videosDistance and quarantine limitations did not deter wet plate artist Markus Hofstaetter from taking a portrait with fellow photographer Shane Balkowitsch.
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Start Off the New Year With These Creative Jumpstarters!
2021-01-01 #tutorialsDo you find creativity to be an even more hard nut to crack in times of isolation? Whether you like to fly solo and explore the surroundings with your camera, or you enjoy working in the company of your other pals – we understand, 2020 was not easy. But we can always fight back, can’t we?
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Gilded: An Experimental Photo Series by @ksreichert
2020-12-27 #culture #news #peopleKathryn Reichert experimented with an alternative photographic process using gel transfers and other materials, resulting in mysteriously dreamy images. Here, she shares some of these photos as well as some tips, if you want to try it yourself.
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Kiel Quismundo: Life in Lockdown
2020-11-15 #culture #news #peopleA film student in Manila, Philippines finds solace in music and photography during the quarantine.
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A Summer Retreat In Purple
2020-11-09 #people #placesBefore the colder months come rushing in, let's revisit summer with this LomoChrome Purple photo set by @dudizm.
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Shoot Hauntingly Beautiful Photos in Black & White
2020-10-29 #tutorialsThis Halloween, give color a break – shoot bizarre but beautiful photos by shooting in black & white.
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Babylon Kino First Impressions: Cool, Calm, Contrasty
2020-10-25 #gear #news #peopleThree photographers with distinctive styles tested our Babylon Kino! Check out the photos and pick up some tips on how to achieve head-turning photos with this film.
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A Camera Made of Talking Doll Parts, by Alireza Rostami
2020-10-13 #gear #news #people #videosUsing "electronic waste" from toy shops, photographer and researcher Alireza Rostami shares his latest invention – a talking camera called The Golden Calf.
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Dina Isam: Photography as Creative Therapy
2020-10-11 #culture #peopleDina Isam had a unique upbringing that shaped her artistry. As a child, photography was a way to collect memories; presently, it is a form of therapy and expression.
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Color and Chemistry by Detavius and Sarah
2020-10-08 #culture #news #peopleDetavius Niblack turns his camera on fellow photographer, Sarah, for a conceptual photo shoot using the Lomography Color Negative 100.
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Simple Use Reloadable Cameras: Creative Choices
2020-10-01If you're curious about the LomoChrome Purple and LomoChrome Metropolis, the Simple Use Reloadable Film Camera is an easy introduction to these unique emulsions.
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Simple Use Reloadable Cameras: The Classic Picks
2020-09-26 #gearDocument your new routines in color or black & white with these fuss-free snapshot cameras!
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Photo Stories: Lockdown Loneliness by @heliossstardeath
2020-09-22 #culture #news #peopleIn this series, lomographer Wayne Fowler (@heliossstardeath) depicts a somber and gritty look into life in quarantine.
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Fantôme Kino B&W ISO 8 – Shadowy Blacks and Stark Contrasts
2020-09-20 #gear #news #peopleHow does the Fantôme Kino B&W film fare in street photography, portraiture, and landscapes? Our three testers share their astounding photos and first impressions about this show-stopper.
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When Creativity Hits the Pandemic Wall
2020-09-15 #news #peopleOver the past few months, we talked to some Lomographers in the community about how they’re coping with the lockdown. Now that some countries are easing into the New Normal, we asked some community members for advice regarding a creative block.
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A Lockdown Filmswap: Hodachrome (JP) x Fotobes (UK)
2020-08-27 #culture #news #peopleTwo long-time friends from different parts of the world collaborated on a film swap during quarantine.
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Lockdown Diaries by Julija Svetlova (@neja)
2020-08-24 #news #peopleOne of our long-time Lomographers, @neja, shares her thoughts and experiences during lockdown in London.
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Impressions of the LomoChrome Purple by Marcus Smith
2020-08-20 #culture #news #peopleDesigner and film photographer Marcus Smith shares his lockdown photos taken with the LomoChrome Purple film.
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Around the World in Analogue: Graffiti Ruins in Vargön
2020-08-07 #culture #places #around-the-worldA mere factory ruin for the commoner, a creative landmark for artists — join Lomographer Magnus Kesselmark a.k.a. soundbrigade on uncovering street art and graffiti found on an old paper mill ruin in Vargön.
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Raw Clarity: Cucheriava's Naturally Soft-Lit Portraits
2020-08-05 #peopleLomographer zlatex a.k.a. Cucheriava makes a sublime statement of her portraits under the natural glares of the sun.
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The Black Lives Matter Movement in Zurich — A Visual Film Story by Stéphane Heinz
2020-07-30 #news #people #placesThe fight for racial prejudice against Black lives continues in the memory of George Floyd. Lomographer Stéphane Heinz captures how the Black Lives Matter movement takes shape in his own hometown through powerful tones of black and white.
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