Yesterday came through with perfect weather, blue skies and balmy breezes, it was fantastic. We shed our winter coats and wandered about out-of-doors. Candace came to Lowell and we drove over to the renovated Lawrence Mfg Mills on the Merrimack which are now residential and called Renaissance on the River.
Lots of good photography shots to be had there. Candace brought her macro lens and I brought my Brownie Reflex for some Through The Viewfinder (TTV) pictures. I did not come up with the concept of TTV (search it on Flickr and see, ignore the fakers!). But I absolutely love the effect I get when I literally take a picture with my digital camera of the viewfinder on the Brownie camera.
The Brownie viewfinder has a fisheye effect, an old mirror and dirt for distortion and atmosphere. Because of the mirror, the pictures come out flipped backwards. Sometimes I flip them right so you can read any writing, sometimes I leave them be.
I am so excited about making these into prints and cards!
Amazing photos. I love your technique with the Brownie Viewfinder. Do not care whether it is original or not, you get some great pics.
ReplyDeleteThis is an interesting blog post to be sure.
Love, Mom
Great technique to know of - also just lovely photography behind the technique :]
ReplyDeleteUnusual photo concept. They really look great!
ReplyDeleteNice to see some warm temps up your way. Enjoy!!
Thanks very much all! I can't wait to try it at other locations...
ReplyDeleteIncredible photos! I just love visiting historical sites such as these :)
ReplyDeleteI love the way your photos come out! it makes me want to track down an old brownie for myself.
ReplyDeleteLiz I didn't know you were a photographer, let alone into TTVF. I've been wanting to try it myself with an old Kodak Duaflex and connect it to my digital camera with a big pasta box and some good ol' gaffer's tape. :)
ReplyDeleteYes! Everyone should try TTV, having historical buildings in the backyard is very helpful too :)
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