I Discovered The Forgotten Art of Instant Polaroid Photography

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  • čas přidán 25. 08. 2024
  • I recently discovered the forgotten art of instant Polaroid photography! It has completely changed me as a photographer and I want to tell you all about it. Something about the look and feel I get from Polaroids is like no other and is so unique compared to when I use my normal digital camera. I will definitely continue to shoot with the polaroid 600 series camera! This is an art form that I have just discovered and personally feel is being forgotten in the ever modernizing world of ours. With a step back you can see the amazing aspects of older technology like this camera.
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    I am a young Bay Area based Photographer and Videographer. My love for photography began very early on in my life when I began feeling emotionally moved by images I saw. My goal is to be able to move people in the same way that I was moved by my photography. My photography ventures began roughly one year ago and I’ve never looked back. I always have a camera in my hand and hope to work with any brands but specifically local businesses in the Bay Area. I am primarily known for my street photography work, however I have begun experimenting with other forms like landscape, portraiture, and lifestyle photography. My primary camera is the Sony A7RIV which I pair with a selection of either a 16-35mm, 24-70mm, or 70-200mm lens. On this channel I aim to inspire young creatives in their journey to become successful with their art!

Komentáře • 86

  • @tobinhaasdehejia
    @tobinhaasdehejia  Před rokem +11

    500 views!!! Thank you all so much for the support! ❤

    • @Coolbanana_
      @Coolbanana_ Před 11 měsíci

      You mean 5.9K Views that's alot

  • @gpocollectorboy3391
    @gpocollectorboy3391 Před rokem +45

    Only modern Polaroids take so long to develop. Original Polaroid film from 2008 and prior developed in 90 seconds, completely developed in 3 minutes. Basically the speed of Instax now.

  • @caytonhopson3200
    @caytonhopson3200 Před rokem +10

    I feel like it’s a growing trend lowkey i don’t ever think it’ll replace digital because of the prices and stuff but it really is refreshing taking shots on instant photo cameras, and i agree it really does open your eyes.

  • @or1ng385
    @or1ng385 Před rokem +20

    How does this guy have 60 subs, his videos are insane and so well edited. If you keep uploading like this consistently you will become huge!

    • @tobinhaasdehejia
      @tobinhaasdehejia  Před rokem +3

      Thank you!!! Recording a new video today as we speak!

    • @jimmyurbals8028
      @jimmyurbals8028 Před 11 měsíci

      ik I just subbed to him when I saw his sub count, I was astonished.

  • @just_walkman8177
    @just_walkman8177 Před rokem +6

    I love this video so freakin much. As a fellow instant photographer, I really admire the fact that you wanted to give it a shot. Everything you said was true, it really improves your ability and photographic eye. I already liked and subscribed. Excellent work 🫰

  • @christopherwelch5568
    @christopherwelch5568 Před 28 dny

    I am glad you've embraced the imperfection of instant photography. Your Polaroid camera design actually comes from the early 80's, not the 90's. May I suggest looking at thrift stores and estate sales for older models? I got a mid-eighties Sun 600 at Goodwill for $5 and it works like new.

  • @Dakota96_
    @Dakota96_ Před měsícem

    Need more of theses Polaroid photos

  • @ahmedkhan5107
    @ahmedkhan5107 Před měsícem

    It was never forgotten, it has always been an active and vibrant community!

  • @irbeej
    @irbeej Před 11 měsíci +3

    Hey great video! The Poloroid photos from the 1980's and '90's developed in just a minute or two, just as fast as the Fujifilm Instax film does today. When the alternative was waiting a week (or even an hour) to get your 35mm film and prints back it was definitely "instant." Granted, modern Poloroid film is NOT "instant" but the developing times have dropped from 30 minutes in the Impossible Project day to "just" 15 minutes. Hopefully Polaroid film chemistry will continue to improve!

  • @doriyancoleman
    @doriyancoleman Před 9 měsíci

    One of the best Photography videos I’ve ever watched. Recently fallen in love with instant photography myself. Looking forward to seeing more!

  • @dean_5234
    @dean_5234 Před rokem +3

    wow fire video 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

  • @andreapaolucci7380
    @andreapaolucci7380 Před rokem +3

    Great video! Also fun fact, old Polaroid film used to develop a lot quicker than new film. You’d have a developed picture in 2-5 minutes and the film itself was a lot more durable. Now because of new manufacturing processes and chemicals being used, the film takes longer

    • @tobinhaasdehejia
      @tobinhaasdehejia  Před rokem

      Thanks for the info! Glad u stopped by to watch the vid :)

    • @elk3407
      @elk3407 Před 4 měsíci +1

      I mean, the current Polaroid basically had to make the film from scratch with the old machines and a few notes. Absolutely crazy they even managed results this good

  • @angrylbrylvr612
    @angrylbrylvr612 Před rokem +1

    Very nice! A day at the lake and historic Oakland looks really nice

  • @troliroli
    @troliroli Před 9 měsíci

    i got into analog and instant photography this year and i feel the same way about it. it’s such a fun process and i really like the physical aspect of it. i keep all my polaroids and developed 35mm film in a box and my collection growing fast

    • @photonik-luminescence
      @photonik-luminescence Před 8 měsíci +2

      Yep. I am an hobby chemist and also amateur astrophotographer and i tought of trying to capture the moon on a physical film. This got me into thinking more of the scientifically fascinating process of developing films and that Polaroids give of a nice, warm, comfy feel. Sometimes it's not about the resolution

  • @MarkARhodie
    @MarkARhodie Před rokem

    I'm old enought to remember Polaroid, first time round, tho I never had one. It's cool to see you enjoying it.

  • @jayve2348
    @jayve2348 Před rokem

    the quality and cinematography of this video is insane! just bought the new polaroid now + and am using ur video for composition inspiration. keep it up bro 🤙

    • @tobinhaasdehejia
      @tobinhaasdehejia  Před rokem +1

      Wow that means so much thank you!! Have fun experimenting and enjoy it!

  • @NeuroPOP1
    @NeuroPOP1 Před 4 měsíci

    I have the Sony and Polaroid combo too ❤

  • @itzyoung
    @itzyoung Před rokem +1

    Wow! What a quality video, hope all the new comments will bring more viewers! :)
    I never thought about buying one but i must admit that taking pictures with a Polaroid looks a lot more fun than other professional equipment. Looking forward to new amazing content by you!

    • @tobinhaasdehejia
      @tobinhaasdehejia  Před rokem

      Thanks for all the support and welcome to the community ❤️

  • @Neptunite
    @Neptunite Před 11 měsíci

    what a wonderfully nostalgic video

  • @designthedays
    @designthedays Před rokem +1

    I bought a Polaroid 600 instant camera a few years ago. I love using it!
    Although 600 film costs $20 for a pack of 8 photos, so I only use it every now and then, haha.

  • @pierrezapata90
    @pierrezapata90 Před 11 měsíci

    Hope you have great success on CZcams! Your videos are fantastic and your passion for photography is infectious. Great to see younger people still doing photography.
    I am a photographer and have a channel here on CZcams as well.

  • @DesertPunks
    @DesertPunks Před 8 měsíci

    That's such a sweet camera, great video!

  • @CodyandJillian
    @CodyandJillian Před rokem

    The match cut in the intro was fire!! Keep up the awesome work man! -Cody

  • @jossmounsey4451
    @jossmounsey4451 Před rokem

    This video was excellent and has seriously sold me on giving instant photography a try!

  • @KimEngvoldsen
    @KimEngvoldsen Před 10 měsíci

    Good video. I ordered me a vintage camera to . And Looking forward to talking pictures with it .😊

  • @kumozumo
    @kumozumo Před 9 měsíci

    I did some in 2017-2019 and i’m getting back to it soon! planning on buying an instax sq6

  • @gottanikoncamera
    @gottanikoncamera Před měsícem

    Welcome to film photography. Since you’re in Oakland, you should consider joining us on our bi-monthly Eastbay Photo Collective walks, film and digital welcome. We also have a gallery space on 8th Street in Chinatown, and a new darkroom. Everyone is welcome on our walks, member or not.

  • @SelVanaShow
    @SelVanaShow Před 11 měsíci

    great video! hope to see more from you! you should look into polaroid sx-70 cameras...they're manual focus and come out amazing

  • @matthewpierrelys6155
    @matthewpierrelys6155 Před 11 měsíci

    Just got into instant photofraphy after wanting to do so for a long time
    So glad i was able to buy a pack of 16 shots for 30 pretty wild prices but, we do it for the love for the art

  • @King_Dragon_13
    @King_Dragon_13 Před 10 měsíci

    I have a r5 that sits… I use my Polaroid and carry it everyday. I love it

  • @Mr.Rayxne
    @Mr.Rayxne Před rokem

    WHATT I TOUGHT HE WAS FAMOUSS- HE DESERVES MORE IM SHARING THIS RN

  • @devinccimarquez788
    @devinccimarquez788 Před 11 měsíci

    I would love to see more Polaroid videos just subscribed

  • @BobbyGogios
    @BobbyGogios Před rokem

    Well made video 👍🏼 Liked your take on Instant photography as well. I'm a photographer/ filmmaker and I just ordered an Instax mini evo. Can't wait to started 😂

  • @DariaHupov
    @DariaHupov Před rokem

    Welcome to the instant photography/analog community! You'll enjoy it here. 😊📸

  • @artur-jg9bx
    @artur-jg9bx Před 2 měsíci

    you should put in more of your photos in the video

  • @devinccimarquez788
    @devinccimarquez788 Před 11 měsíci

    Yo loved this video !

  • @polatronic8139
    @polatronic8139 Před rokem +1

    That camera design is from the 1980's, not from the 1990's.
    The original Polaroid corporation had two types of film speed. SX-70( ISO 100), and 600, Spectra( ISO 600). The SX-70 Time-Zero film took only 1 minute, the 600, Spectra took around 5 minutes to fully develope. After Polaroid went bankrupt in 2008, the film producion was stopped, the factories were closed. The original chemical formula was gone. They have the recipe, but they don't have tha names of the chemicals, only some secret codes. The suppliers would know what are those chemicals are, but they are gone after Polaroid's bankrupcy. After 2008 a team wanted to save the instant film. The team called ,,The Impossible Project". They bought the basic film technology from the leftover Polaroid company and they started to develope the technology again. At the begining it took 45 minutes to fully develope. Now it's 10-15 minutes. I hope that they will found the perfect formula to a new Time-Zero film.

    • @tobinhaasdehejia
      @tobinhaasdehejia  Před rokem +1

      Super interesting history on Polaroids! Thanks for the date correction and for watching the vid!

    • @polatronic8139
      @polatronic8139 Před rokem

      @@tobinhaasdehejia I know how exciting is to try Polaroid. My first camera was Polaroid Close Up 636. If you want to dig in more in to instant photography, I suggest to buy SLR cameras like SX-70 folding cameras, or SLR-680, SLR-690. The 680-690 is better becouse of the faster film speed and the built in AF and flash.
      I don't recomend to buy new Polaroid cameras. Sadly they not the best quality...

    • @SchroderPhotography
      @SchroderPhotography Před 10 měsíci

      I would say even 1970s really give or take some design elemnets. Andy Warhol made the Polaroid fampus in the early 70s with the beautiful sx-70

  • @QuirijnVerheul
    @QuirijnVerheul Před rokem

    U deserve more subs men..❤😮

  • @aeish
    @aeish Před 6 měsíci

    i love this video so much you don't understand

    • @aeish
      @aeish Před 6 měsíci

      honestly i'd love to be more consistent with polaroids if the film were cheaper 😔😔

  • @87visuals49
    @87visuals49 Před 11 měsíci

    How do you create your photo book ? Is it a program ?

  • @ryanbabbit
    @ryanbabbit Před rokem

    Really cool video, I'm subscribing. Keep it up! #keepfilmalive

  • @zooeyou7907
    @zooeyou7907 Před 9 měsíci

    Hi. Do you recommend Fujifilm instax or Polaroid ?

    • @tobinhaasdehejia
      @tobinhaasdehejia  Před 9 měsíci

      I haven’t tried Fujifilm or Instax yet so I’m not sure!

  • @adrianprado5819
    @adrianprado5819 Před rokem

    should put “dying trend” in the empty spaces

  • @JIducttapewallets
    @JIducttapewallets Před rokem

    Yoooo, pls post more !!!!

    • @tobinhaasdehejia
      @tobinhaasdehejia  Před rokem

      Working on a new vid now! Hopefully will be out in a couple weeks

  • @skade245
    @skade245 Před 2 měsíci

    Not sure why you'd pay 200 bucks for a refurbished basic 600 camera when you can get the original ones for 20 bucks online, and even if it doesn't work the next one you buy certainly will, these things are hard to break unlike camcorders.

  • @myperspectiveisimnotblind
    @myperspectiveisimnotblind Před 2 měsíci

    More Polaroids please ❤❤❤

  • @ZahidHussain-rt3gj
    @ZahidHussain-rt3gj Před 7 měsíci

    You (Sony camera) VS The guy she tells you not to worry about (Polaroid)

  • @eyhtwozed2606
    @eyhtwozed2606 Před 11 měsíci

    The new polaroid film is a rebrand of impossible project. I was an early adopter of their experimental film and i thought i give them my support since i love film and instant film so much. I didnt last 3 batch and thought i gave em 2 years before picking up the film again hoping they could improve them like how it used to be. Sadly, i see no hope at all in this company since the stability of their film and number of exposure remains the same through the years. I also quit film altogether when fuji film peel apart film stops their production and that shooting film now is more expensive

    • @gabvideo
      @gabvideo Před 4 měsíci

      From the sx70 pictures I’ve seen lately the quality is very much acceptable and nearly on par with the original pre bankrupt Polaroid film. Back in the day of film photography SX70 film was never cheap compared to say 35mm film but the experience of shooting instant print was worth the extra cost. Incidentally some of the original chemicals used in Sx70 are no longer available or legal so Impossible had to create new formulas which are thicker so only 8 films could fit in the constrains of the film cartridge. I think though that with the i type film (no battery in cartridge) they could make with 10 shots?? So I agree with you there.

  • @BobbyBrady2000
    @BobbyBrady2000 Před 11 měsíci

    I had one back in the 80's but the film is way too expensive.

  • @gagasgrande
    @gagasgrande Před 10 měsíci

    great video, love the enthusiasm. makes me really proud to work for this company !

  • @nednelp9051
    @nednelp9051 Před 21 dnem

    Forgotten?

  • @okwhatever_
    @okwhatever_ Před 3 měsíci

    i have autism and this is really beautiful do you hjave autims too like me
    ?

  • @johnkelly-pd3vq
    @johnkelly-pd3vq Před 11 měsíci

    I don't understand, nobody forces you to take hundreds or thousands on a photo shoot, you can walk in to any shop and get 6x4 prints or order online and wait to have them delivered creating that sense of anticipation, just baffled by all this mixed up thinking

    • @tobinhaasdehejia
      @tobinhaasdehejia  Před 11 měsíci

      That’s true. I think part of it is having the capabilities of a fast camera at your fingertips is very enticing to use

    • @gabvideo
      @gabvideo Před 4 měsíci

      I sort of agree that one can get actual prints via online/home printer/photo machines in shops etc. but taking instant pictures via Polaroid or Instax is a different emotional experience. Using a digital camera/smartphone is not the same even though pictures are instantly visable and cost virtually nothing per shot apart from hardware/software/internet etc.

  • @simonedeiana2696
    @simonedeiana2696 Před 11 měsíci +1

    You discovered the "forgotten" art of a company that still makes new products, has ads all over the place and is currently the obsession of instagrammers?
    Glad to have adblock enabled to protect myself from these stupid titles

    • @kumozumo
      @kumozumo Před 9 měsíci

      i’m sorry your life must be sad to leave comments like this on people enjoying stuff

  • @guidomista
    @guidomista Před 11 měsíci

    "forgotten" by whom? maybe you meant unknown to you

  • @mr_deyvson
    @mr_deyvson Před 10 měsíci

    karai legel seu video