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07-30-2008
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However, I'm still not crazy about Holgas. Maybe it is the name? Or maybe I just don't like the way they look or the whole concept of the stupid camera? I don't know.....
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Hard to like the way they look! I think sometimes this camera is "liberating" (hope it's the right word) so no controls, no exposure just looking for something cool to photograph. Then no expectations on the results and no frustration if there's anything I like in the contact prints. It's liberating ... and a fun to use ... at least for me ... |
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07-30-2008
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07-30-2008
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yes.
yes, I do. Sometimes, when I feel ...
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07-30-2008
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I'm seeing double!
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Hating a Holga is the same thing as using a Holga. What do you think the black tape thing is all about? It's clearly sado-camera handling technique. By the way, to bet best results, learn to shoot one handed. Like this:
As you can see, it hates me too! |
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07-30-2008
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I'm seeing double!
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07-30-2008
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Originally Posted by Chris101
Hating a Holga is the same thing as using a Holga. What do you think the black tape thing is all about? It's clearly sado-camera handling technique. By the way, to bet best results, learn to shoot one handed. Like this:
As you can see, it hates me too! |
LOL 
a great example about "how to make simple things very difficult"! |
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07-30-2008
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Mister Todd has hosted a thread on this a while ago. The variety of captures just proved these things are very versatile, they urge you to be creative:
http://rangefinderforum.com/forums/s...ad.php?t=54089 |
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07-30-2008
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Chris, there is just something so wrong about seeing that beautiful Nikon flash on that weird, plastic, freaky looking camera.
You should be ashamed...... |
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07-30-2008
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yes, I do. Sometimes, when I feel ...
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Robert, that is such a beautiful shot.
I think I am starting to develop a soft spot for this insidious camera.
Obviously, what I need is a good, stiff drink..... 
Last edited by Rick Waldroup : 07-30-2008 at 15:50.
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07-30-2008
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Chris101, that is grunge genre at its best. I will never hold a candle to you. BUT, Chris, I will keep trying. Maybe you could give a course down in AZ.
Here is one of my grunge tries, not with a Holga but my Holgaoid FirstSix (6x6):
Do you ever wonder how many other grunge genre photographers are on RFF? |
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07-30-2008
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John Stanmeyer of VII, in my opinion one of the best documentary photographers working today bothers.
Have a look at his presentation of excellent images of Bali mystics about 1/2 way down this page.
Some people do think that any picture taken with a Holga is a good picture simply because it's taken with a Holga. But in the hands of a skilled photographer with an eye for composition and timing, great images can be created with a Holga. |
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07-30-2008
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I'm seeing double!
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Rick, what amazes me, is how well my Nikolga works! Seems the flash in A mode exposes perfectly, no matter what. Look:
Rajiyaguru
Lajavardi
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07-30-2008
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I'm seeing double!
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Carter: This grunge's for you, I call it The Cat has Left the Building:
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07-30-2008
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Some people do think that any picture taken with a Holga is a good picture simply because it's taken with a Holga. But in the hands of a skilled photographer with an eye for composition and timing, great images can be created with a Holga.
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I see your point and I agree but I could add that changing the word "Holga" with "Leica"  the concept would remain the same. Quite obvious, at least for me, that any camera in the hands of the talented photographer can create great images; no matter the gear for the good photo, it's the eye of the photographer that matters.
So if someone think that any photo is good just because it's taken with an Holga/Leica/Canon etc etc then again ... who cares?
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07-31-2008
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Chris101, all I can say is WOW.
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from ch |
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08-01-2008
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from ch
a few weeks ago...mountains, typical swiss window and...my wife Simo...
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08-01-2008
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Rob, I agree with Rick's comment above.
You posted two great photos.
No way, it's the eye of the photographer that matters ...
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08-01-2008
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grazie nico and rick, but I think it just a question of luck !
rob
PS My wife would say the "model" makes the picture :-)
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08-01-2008
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here is the dilemma and the strength of photography... it is the easiest medium in which to be competent, but it is the hardest medium in which to have a personal vision that is readily identifiable... Chuck Close
we search for truth, sometimes we find beauty - Lisette Model
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08-01-2008
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Alright, alright, already......
After seeing all of the really cool shots here, especially by Chris and Robert, I am now about ready to take back all of the bad things I said about Holgas.
Actually, I agree with Nico- all of you guys are really good photographers with great vision. The camera really does not matter much.
Still, it is one ugly camera.......  |
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08-01-2008
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excellent!
Todd |
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08-01-2008
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my daughter with papa
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08-01-2008
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I'm seeing double!
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That is an incredible photograph Mono!
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08-02-2008
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Originally Posted by Rick Waldroup
...After seeing all of the really cool shots here, especially by Chris and Robert, I am now about ready to take back all of the bad things I said about Holgas....
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We definitely agree about Holga as a very ugly camera! Anyway I'm now waiting for you to post some Holga photos ...
Ciao |
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08-02-2008
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We definitely agree about Holga as a very ugly camera! Anyway I'm now waiting for you to post some Holga photos ...
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When hell freezes over, Nico. When hell freezes over....
I am just giving you guys a hard time. I love all of the images here and the camera does produce nice, dreamy and even grunge photos, in the right hands.
Do any of you guys subscribe to Shots magazine? Most of the photos published in the mag are shot with toy cameras, Holgas, Dianas, and so on. I have been a subscriber for many years, but oddly, I have never had the urge to try one of these types of cameras.
You guys keep posting, because I really do enjoy checking on the thread to see the new shots. |
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