Lovely lost in the land of pinhole photography

For most of my life I struggled with my always be good endeavor. To be good enough, perform, deliver, and so on ….

Diana Multi Pinhole Operator
Fuji Velvia RVP 50
E6 process

Unfortunately, it has also made its mark in my photography, until very recently when I returned to photograph with film, discovered Lomography and at the same time discovered this wonderful world of inspiration on the Internet.

Diana Multi Pinhole Operator
Lomography CN 400
Home developed C41 process

Then my desire to try new things awakened, to explore areas of photography, of which I had never earlier actively approached.

Diana Multi Pinhole Operator
Fuji Velvia RVP 50
E6 process

So a few months ago I bought this little lovely yellow and black plastic box with no lens, but with three pin holes. The only setting that is possible with this small joy spreader is if I want to use one, two or three pin holes simultaneously.

There is no shutter, only a small plate which cover or uncover the pin hole.

Diana Multi Pinhole Operator
Fuji Provia RDP III 100F
E6 process

The exposure is a challenge….
One thousand one, one thousand two, one thousand three ….. Yes, you get the picture …..

Diana Multi Pinhole Operator
Fuji Velvia RVP 50
E6 process

If I use multiple pin holes at the same time, the result is slightly psychedelic, which of course can be used in a very creative way.

IF I am learning to manage it properly, ie …..

Diana Multi Pinhole Operator
Fuji Provia RDP III 100F
E6 process

Until that happens, I will only embrace the pleasure of loading beautiful film in this exquisite little plastic container ….

Diana Multi Pinhole Operator
Fuji Velvia RVP 50
E6 process

For purely tangible, I realized what wise saying “Only those who goes astray, find new paths to wander” means.

Diana Multi Pinhole Operator
Fuji Provia RDP III 100F
E6 process

Life is good!!! =)

Diana Multi Pinhole Operator
Fuji Velvia RVP 50
E6 process

Tags: 120film, analog photography, analogue photography, art, C41 DIY, C41 Home developed, film, film photography, Lomography, photography, pinhole

18 thoughts on “Lovely lost in the land of pinhole photography”

cindyswainson on July 11, 2012 at 14:54 said:

WOW! I’m loving what you’re doing…heaven help me if I “discover” film photography. I will have you to thank/blame. I’ve been experimenting with Lensbaby, and one of the more challenging “toys” is the Pinhole/Zone Plate optic. I’m a real novice at all this but it intrigues me.

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- Shimmering Grains on July 11, 2012 at 15:26 said:
  
  Thank you Cindy!
  I can definitely accept to be blamed for that, that would be a true honor indeed! =D
  And yes, it is so very fun and rewarding. Just the feeling of being right here right now is kinda awesome.
  I burnt myself out earlier, and this is my best therapy ever!
  
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  - etiennedezutter on February 5, 2020 at 16:11 said:
    
    Hi Marie, does this numbers 1000,1001,1002 means seconds?So is time 15 minutes ?
    
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    - Marie on February 5, 2020 at 19:21 said:
      
      No, it’s just a way to count (very analogue) seconds. It takes about one second to say “one thousand one”. Just guesstimate, but it works enough.
      
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Naomi Wittlin on July 11, 2012 at 17:51 said:

I am hugely impressed. You are so patient to do this! Lovely shots.

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Sue McB on July 11, 2012 at 23:23 said:

Love the effects you are getting with your little plastic camera…..I shot with film for years, but very traditionally. This is great.

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Roxi on July 12, 2012 at 21:29 said:

Oh my! This is sooooo incredible. I absolutely love these. (BTS)
Roxi

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Beth on July 13, 2012 at 07:08 said:

Marie, I am so impressed with both your new blog and your photography! I too have been recently tugged back into the world of film; it’s so much fun! Keep up the good work!

P.S. ~so jealous of the Hassey :O)

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- Shimmering Grains on July 13, 2012 at 09:38 said:
  
  Thank you so much Beth!
  That is great, it is so rewarding with film.
  Yeah, she is my absolute fave ;-)) if you want some argument for buying one, well, the prices are still quite humble, and you don’t EVER have to upgrade anything again!! =D
  
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Viv on July 15, 2012 at 20:12 said:

lovely, lovely, I love the effect of Lomo photography, I wish i had somewhere to develop my own….

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karenpants on July 17, 2012 at 13:17 said:

These shots are so beautiful!! I absolutely love film photography myself and have been so tempted to buy a pinhole camera… This may push me to do so! 😉 Thank you!!

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- LightHouseBlues on July 17, 2012 at 13:42 said:
  
  Ohh, thank you very very much! And that is fantastic, please let me know if you do!
  I’m really honoured by your kind words! Being able to inspire others is my dearest wish with this blog.
  
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Mistlab on July 25, 2012 at 21:36 said:

wow!!!! I love your photos!!!

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- LightHouseBlues on July 25, 2012 at 21:42 said:
  
  Thank you very much for your visit and kind words!
  
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  - Mistlab on July 26, 2012 at 08:30 said:
    
    This pinhole set is amazing!!
    
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orchid on July 30, 2012 at 03:31 said:

really love, love, love these pinhole set! great shots 🙂

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emilyjphotos on January 26, 2020 at 15:19 said:

It’s refreshing to see colour film used in a pinhole camera! I know a lot of photographers only use Black and white because it’s more forgiving. 😛

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- Marie on January 26, 2020 at 20:02 said:
  
  Thank you very much!
  I also use mostly bw, but it’s for the genuine feeling, and it’s also easier to develop. Have you seen my pinhole images from Isle of Harris in Velvia? I’m actually quite proud of those…☺️
  
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