PhotoIndica Blog » Alternate Cameras http://www.photoindica.com/blog Fri, 10 Sep 2010 02:53:32 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.0.1 Kodak Kodet Duaflex II Camera (Through the Viewfinder Attempt) http://www.photoindica.com/blog/2010/07/27/kodak-kodet-duaflex-ii-camera-through-the-viewfinder-attempt/ http://www.photoindica.com/blog/2010/07/27/kodak-kodet-duaflex-ii-camera-through-the-viewfinder-attempt/#comments Tue, 27 Jul 2010 13:21:51 +0000 PK http://www.photoindica.com/blog/?p=997 Kodak Kodet Duaflex II Camera (Pseudo TLR)I stumbled on to this beauty of a camera at the local Goodwill several days ago. Kodak made four different versions of this camera and the one I have is the Duaflex II version. It is medium format camera with an aluminum alloy body and a simple fixed focus 75mm f/15 Kodet lens. It requires [...]]]> Kodak Kodet Duaflex II Camera (Pseudo TLR)
I stumbled on to this beauty of a camera at the local Goodwill several days ago. Kodak made four different versions of this camera and the one I have is the Duaflex II version. It is medium format camera with an aluminum alloy body and a simple fixed focus 75mm f/15 Kodet lens. It requires 620 film which is now obsolete. However one can use 120 film with some modifications and I am planning to do that soon.

Kodak Kodet Duaflex II Camera (Pseudo TLR) Image 2

I saw so many examples of this meme called “Through the Viewfinder” that I wanted to give it a shot. It was very difficult to get my Canon SD500 P&S digital camera to focus but somehow managed to pull it off. I don’t think it is the greatest example of a TTV shot but hey I gave it a try.

Milo Koduri Through the Viewfinder of a Kodak Kodet Duaflex II TLR Camera

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]]> http://www.photoindica.com/blog/2010/07/27/kodak-kodet-duaflex-ii-camera-through-the-viewfinder-attempt/feed/ 2 YOU ARE BEAUTIFUL – A simple yet powerful message! http://www.photoindica.com/blog/2010/06/28/you-are-beautiful-a-simple-yet-powerful-message/ http://www.photoindica.com/blog/2010/06/28/you-are-beautiful-a-simple-yet-powerful-message/#comments Tue, 29 Jun 2010 03:20:10 +0000 PK http://www.photoindica.com/blog/?p=816 YOU ARE BEAUTIFULAlmost missed this one walking down Virginia Ave. this afternoon. Had a lunch meeting with a couple of good friends in the historic Fountain Square Area in Indianapolis. I noticed this from the corner of my eye and just shot it as I was crossing the street. The message is so simple and yet so [...]]]> YOU ARE BEAUTIFUL

Almost missed this one walking down Virginia Ave. this afternoon. Had a lunch meeting with a couple of good friends in the historic Fountain Square Area in Indianapolis. I noticed this from the corner of my eye and just shot it as I was crossing the street. The message is so simple and yet so powerful.

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]]> http://www.photoindica.com/blog/2010/06/28/you-are-beautiful-a-simple-yet-powerful-message/feed/ 2 Veterans Memorial (Indianapolis, IN) through the lens of a Holga 120 http://www.photoindica.com/blog/2010/06/24/veterans-memorial-indianapolis-in/ http://www.photoindica.com/blog/2010/06/24/veterans-memorial-indianapolis-in/#comments Fri, 25 Jun 2010 02:12:05 +0000 PK http://www.photoindica.com/blog/?p=802 Veterans Memorial - Indianapolis INRelated PostsHow to load 35mm film in a Medium Format Holga 120S Toy Camera Sat 02 Jan 2010Winter fun with Holga Tue 29 Dec 2009Butterflies in my stomach - Why I like Street Photography Fri 27 Aug 2010I am turning Japanese..... I think so.... Tue 17 Aug 2010NPR on Toy Camera Photography Tue 27 Jul [...]]]> Veterans Memorial - Indianapolis IN

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]]> http://www.photoindica.com/blog/2010/06/24/veterans-memorial-indianapolis-in/feed/ 0 How to load 35mm film in a Medium Format Holga 120S Toy Camera http://www.photoindica.com/blog/2010/01/02/how-to-load-35mm-film-in-a-medium-format-holga-120s-toy-camera/ http://www.photoindica.com/blog/2010/01/02/how-to-load-35mm-film-in-a-medium-format-holga-120s-toy-camera/#comments Sat, 02 Jan 2010 12:53:35 +0000 PK http://www.photoindica.com/blog/?p=664 How to load 35mm film in a Medium Format Holga 120S Toy CameraRecently I wrote on how I used my favorite 35mm Black and White film, Ilford HP5 Plus, in a modified Holga 120S Medium Format Camera. Many have commented (On Flickr) and I really appreciate that. I did receive some inquiries on how I loaded the film in the camera and kept it in place. Before [...]]]> How to load 35mm film in a Medium Format Holga 120S Toy Camera

Recently I wrote on how I used my favorite 35mm Black and White film, Ilford HP5 Plus, in a modified Holga 120S Medium Format Camera. Many have commented (On Flickr) and I really appreciate that. I did receive some inquiries on how I loaded the film in the camera and kept it in place. Before I show how I did it here is a video on Youtube showing how others have done it:

Unfortunately for me I did not have pieces of foam lying around so I improvised. Instead of foam pieces I used a Bic ballpoint pen. I cut two pieces (you will have to experiment just a little to get the right size) and made notches on one end of each piece to fit into each end of the 35mm film spool. Make sure that the film is centered while you experiment, you will just have to eye ball it.

I then inserted the pieces of Bic pen on either side of the film spool and loaded it into the camera.

Make sure you absolutely remember to do this: I made sure that the film counter window is tapped up on the outside and inside with black electrical tape. You will have to do this because unlike 120 film which has a paper backing 35mm film does not have one. If you do not cover the counter window the film will be exposed to outside light – which could be very bad.

Once you have the lid closed tape up areas (Like in the photo above) to make sure that there are no more light leaks or eliminate any accidents.


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Well before your mind wanders in the wrong direction, Holga is a cheaply built plastic camera with a crummy plastic lens – and the primary reason why many like it. No two cameras are the same which is a testament to the absolutely horrible quality control procedures if there are any to begin with. Despite its short comings the Holga has endeared itself to many artists and serious photographers with its quirky and sometimes other worldly results.

I purchased my Holga in 2004 for some $20.00. Unlike other cameras that might quit working in freezing cold winters of midwest, Holgas are remarkably reliable. With just one shutter speed and aperture setting there is nothing to worry about other than getting the photograph. Just the other day I took it out, loaded it with my favorite 35mm Black and White film and went for a walk at the Indianapolis Museum of Art.

Using a film smaller than the recommended format gives you some interesting results. In this case you will notice, assuming that you still remember what a developed 35mm film looks like, the area with sprocket holes is also exposed giving it a cool border effect. Many spend ungodly amounts of money to get the same effect in Photoshop – oh the irony.

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I was at Target the other day shopping for some baby stuff and came across this toy. It is a replica of cash register with replicas of the various food items sold at McDonald’s stores. I understand that for many teens across the world a job at McDonald’s is a good deal and a nice training ground for future careers. But a toy for 3 year olds may be going a bit too far, what do you think?

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]]> http://www.photoindica.com/blog/2009/10/13/never-too-young-to-start-training-for-mcdonalds-job/feed/ 1 More experiments with Hasselblad Lenses on a Nikon D70 DSLR http://www.photoindica.com/blog/2009/08/29/more-experiments-with-hasselblad-lenses-on-a-nikon-d70-dslr/ http://www.photoindica.com/blog/2009/08/29/more-experiments-with-hasselblad-lenses-on-a-nikon-d70-dslr/#comments Sat, 29 Aug 2009 17:39:16 +0000 PK http://www.photoindica.com/blog/?p=222 20090829-20090829-6Took some more photos today but this time with a Hasselblad 120mm S-Planar lens on a Nikon D70 DSLR. Check out the slide show. Please upgrade your browser Related PostsPhoto shoot starring a theater student, storm clouds, and capricious light Mon 24 Aug 2009[Video] How to use Hasselblad lenses with a Nikon DSLR Fri 28 [...]]]> 20090829-20090829-6Took some more photos today but this time with a Hasselblad 120mm S-Planar lens on a Nikon D70 DSLR. Check out the slide show.

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]]> http://www.photoindica.com/blog/2009/08/29/more-experiments-with-hasselblad-lenses-on-a-nikon-d70-dslr/feed/ 0 [Video] How to use Hasselblad lenses with a Nikon DSLR http://www.photoindica.com/blog/2009/08/28/video-how-to-use-hasselblad-lenses-with-a-nikon-dslr/ http://www.photoindica.com/blog/2009/08/28/video-how-to-use-hasselblad-lenses-with-a-nikon-dslr/#comments Fri, 28 Aug 2009 23:25:40 +0000 PK http://www.photoindica.com/blog/?p=218 youtube-logoPhotos shot using Nikon D70 + Hasselblad 60mm Distagon Lens Related PostsSeeing what others miss and making it your own Sun 03 Jan 2010Photo No. 9 of 10: IMA Gardens (Back to the Hassy) Mon 09 Nov 2009Sinews of the Earth - IMA Gardens (Back to the Hassy Series 8 of 10) Fri 06 Nov [...]]]>

youtube-logoPhotos shot using Nikon D70 + Hasselblad 60mm Distagon Lens

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]]> http://www.photoindica.com/blog/2009/08/28/video-how-to-use-hasselblad-lenses-with-a-nikon-dslr/feed/ 1 My First Juried Exhibit Selection http://www.photoindica.com/blog/2009/08/10/my-first-juried-exhibit-selection/ http://www.photoindica.com/blog/2009/08/10/my-first-juried-exhibit-selection/#comments Mon, 10 Aug 2009 21:35:14 +0000 PK http://www.photoindica.com/blog/?p=97 Come on - letI just received word from the Berea Arts Council that one of my entries has been selected for the “Photo-Alternative: The Past as Future” exhibit. Berea, Kentucky is home to the prestigious Berea College which is known for its unique approach to education while charging no tuition from any of its students. Exhibition Details: Photo-Alternative: [...]]]> Come on - let's play fetch

I just received word from the Berea Arts Council that one of my entries has been selected for the “Photo-Alternative: The Past as Future” exhibit. Berea, Kentucky is home to the prestigious Berea College which is known for its unique approach to education while charging no tuition from any of its students.

Exhibition Details:
Photo-Alternative: the Past as Future
Berea Arts Council
116 N Main Street
Berea, KY 40403
859-985-9317
Friday, September 11 Show Opens – Berea Arts Council, Berea, KY Opening Reception 5:30 to 7:30
Friday, October 30 Show Closes with Artists Potluck, 6 to 7:30

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