If you use a 4×5 or any bellows camera, knowing when and how to apply bellows extension compensation is key. This guide covers simple, effective methods.
Bellows Extension Compensation Made Simple: Methods, Tools & Tips
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Why Pet Portraits Matter: Rusty Rocket
A timeless pet portrait captured on Polaroid Type 55 film—a story of trust, resilience, and the unbreakable bond between a photographer and her rescue dog.
SINAR CAMERAS
Discover the Sinar Norma, a legendary modular view camera born in 1947. Simple, precise, and elegant—still my top choice for studio work in the digital age.
Pinhole Photography: Perfect Exposure Without Gadgets
A pinhole camera, often called a “camera obscura,” is a lensless camera used for centuries to study light and optics. Today, it is popular in education and art. Photographers craft pinhole cameras from everyday items like cigar boxes and paint cans, or through CNC machining and woodworking. Others opt for ready-made pinholes compatible with existing cameras or those manufactured by others. This timeless device continues to inspire creativity and exploration in the photography world.