Hello everyone,
Happy Friday to you! So, last week before my clients Nick & Morgan's wedding, I bought an old school Polaroid Impossible Red Stripe camera (probably from the 80's or 90's, not sure when they came out) and a few packs of black & white film to add a little dash of nostalgic touch for the day. I hadn't used a Polaroid in AGES but the goofy little squared instant prints were a hit with both my clients, and their guests. For a few weddings in the past, we used an Instax camera in sort of the same manner, to give guests something physical to look at and hold at the reception.
The Polaroid was a bit different though, because just about everyone in attendance, young and old, identified with it and the sub par quality prints they produce. This wasn't about the quality of print though, this was about the MOMENT of their day.
Having the Polaroid present allowed me to switch rapidly from my normal DSLR to making a print right then and there of the scene. No digital images that will never make it to print, no smart phone/tablet/or computer screen viewing necessary, no uploads to social media and then forgotten forever. These were straight physical prints that they can cherish forever along with other wedding day items. Some say "print is dead" and I say bring print back!
Since last week I've become a little obsessed with the Polaroid and have been snapping a few photos with it of various things, people, and significant moments. I'm not sure how often I'll use it in the future but there's just something about catching that special moment in time, with a print that is there to hold.
Thanks for reading. As always, comments, suggestions, questions, and critiques are encouraged.
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