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p.1 #1 · Faux_Polaroids

Faux_Polaroids

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Apr 05, 2009 at 12:09 AM

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p.1 #2 · Faux_Polaroids

I like the shapes in the first and the colors are interesting, but I can't recall having a polaroid that vignetted as badly or had such crisp and clean images borders.

Apr 05, 2009 at 12:34 AM

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p.1 #3 · Faux_Polaroids

Thanks Auntipode. Here the real thing from the " Catch 22" & "Tikkun O." project:

http://www.pbase.com/dehl/catch_22

http://www.pbase.com/dehl/tikkun_o

Here are some more faux_polaroids:

2012 © Kaden K.

Apr 05, 2009 at 04:38 AM

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p.1 #4 · Faux_Polaroids

I like the second image of this pair, although I think a signature might be less distracting than a fingerprint, if less unique.

Apr 05, 2009 at 05:45 AM

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p.1 #5 · Faux_Polaroids

Kaden,

Given I don't really recall the exact look of Polaroids, other than what they look like today, I like the images - especially the first of your second post.

The thumb prints are touchstones: I remember being warned more than several times "Don't touch!" when my grandfather pulled the top paper from a BW, film pack version that preceded the color models that ejected the print from the bottom. Pull the tab (dragged packet through rollers that applied developer and stop bath, wait for a minute(?), and then remove the perforated backing to reveal sheer magic.

Ah, it's coming back - the fixer was in a squeegee in a black plastic cylindrical case - now carefully, very carefully, evenly apply the fixer to the print and allow to dry. Uneven application resulted in areas streaked with faded image. Then - always holding only by the edges- pass among the assembled subjects for moments of admiration and awe.

Thanks for the memories

Bob

Apr 05, 2009 at 02:23 PM

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p.1 #6 · Faux_Polaroids

I like 2 and 3 for composition and interest and although I am old, I missed the polaroid era because I lived beyond the roads in the north when I was young, so can't provide feedback on polaroid look. However, I like the softer edges and finger prints and feel they make it more authentic. Although for me the 4th goes too far with the finger print on the image.

You have an impressive amount of creativity and energy in pursuing the art of photography. Good job. Scott

Apr 05, 2009 at 03:35 PM

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p.1 #7 · Faux_Polaroids

Really like that third image, Kaden. The only polaroid stuff I really remember was out of The Swinger (was that the name?). What I recall were some streakiness to the development squeegeed on after the image popped out of the camera. So, if you are looking for low end Polaroid, I'd say the images appear a bit too "clean" and even in the processing.

Scott

Apr 05, 2009 at 07:12 PM

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p.1 #8 · Faux_Polaroids

Thanks for the feedback folks. I actually get most of the time, with the real
thing, consistent edge to edge development. I put it inside my shirt for heat
or on sunlight during day light while developing. Maybe that's the explanation.
Still it has a very unique look.

I will later on post some of those for you to see what I mean.

Apr 05, 2009 at 07:52 PM

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p.1 #9 · Faux_Polaroids

Faux Lomo would be more accurate, or faux Holga. Polaroid's took much more accurate pics, but this nothing but symantics.

The fotos are cool.

Apr 05, 2009 at 10:12 PM

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p.1 #10 · Faux_Polaroids

Back in the day I had a polaroid back for my view camera, one for my 'blads and three different polaroid cameras. I admit I never had one of the series that started with the SX-70 and used a different type of instant media. Despite the tacky chemicals, I was always careful enough, with images I wanted to save, to never leave fingerprints. OTOH, I mostly used polaroid shots to check lighting for for quick snapshots. I didn't consider it for serious images. Maybe I was too serious.

Apr 05, 2009 at 10:20 PM

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p.1 #11 · Faux_Polaroids

...I am with you AuntiPode when it comes to gear. I still own the following
Polaroid gear: A polaroid 1 step camera, a polaroid spectra system camera,
polaroid backs for the Hasselblad, polaroid back for the 4x5 camera and the
fujifilm back for 4x5 as well. Too much crappola and not enough time.

Anyways, these images are faux polaroids done via software and so are the
fake prints.

Edited on Apr 05, 2009 at 11:47 PM · View previous versions

Apr 05, 2009 at 11:45 PM

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p.1 #12 · Faux_Polaroids

Kaden,
Which camera is it, again, that you dont own or havent owned?

Scott

Apr 05, 2009 at 11:46 PM

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p.1 #13 · Faux_Polaroids

A whole bunch...lol...don't get me started!

(btw, I stopped updating my camera gallery sometime ago out of embarrassment)

Admitedly I am a camera frekazoid but nothing compared to my other buddies. Let
me give you an idea of what I mean:

http://www.pbase.com/cendres/collection
(André is from Switzerland)
http://www.pbase.com/agripix/cameras
(Colin is an Aussy in NC)

then again Scott you can access this polaroid software for free here:
(just in case you don't own it YET.)

http://www.poladroid.net/

Apr 05, 2009 at 11:48 PM

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p.1 #14 · Faux_Polaroids

Kaden, I don't know who's collection, yours or Anré's, makes me more jealous, but you've got a Pacemaker and a Hassy Flexi. Hard call!

Apr 06, 2009 at 12:56 AM

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p.1 #15 · Faux_Polaroids

André's collection is simply superb. We have different emphasis though.
I can only dream... I am nowhere near his level.

Apr 06, 2009 at 01:47 AM


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