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merisi-vienna.bsky.social
VIENNA IN WINTER
Victoria Water Lily Blooming Once More!
Palm House Conservatory at Schönbrunn
3 February 2026 Image © Merisi Vienna,
#EastCoastKin #Photography
#WaterLily #VictoriaWaterLily #BloomScrolling
#ClassicMono #Monochrome
A giant white Victoria waterlily blossom in black and white. Shot with a vintage lens
February 3, 2026 at 4:22 PM
denterrick.bsky.social
I hope you're all having a decent day. I'm short on time today but here's a photo for Alan's #BirdOfTheDay theme of #openbeak. This is a Little Egret who's shows up now and then at the local park.

#Photography #EastCoastKin #Dublin #Ireland #10MinutesFromHome #Birds
A beautiful white Little Egret fishing around in the lake. I think they were swallowing something when they crane their necks back like this. The orangish tint to this is from a vintage CZJ 135mm. An awkward lens to use, manual and kind of stiff to turn but this one stayed still long enough for me to futz around with it.
February 2, 2026 at 12:13 PM
koldunova.bsky.social
www.youtube.com/watch?v=2qfY... #film #filmphotography #photography #oldcameras #vintage #vintagecamera #lens #photographer #blog #vlog #youtuber #youtube #howitworks #explain #howto
What’s Inside This Old Camera? Agfa Box Synchro – How It Works & How to Use It
YouTube video by Aleksey Koldunov
www.youtube.com
February 1, 2026 at 5:48 PM
behindthebluemotel.com
My first Leica was a IIIf with 50mm f/2 Summitar, you see...
A chrome Leica IIIf vintage rangefinder camera with extended collapsible lens.
January 29, 2026 at 3:16 PM
lorenzduremdes.bsky.social
“Echoes on Display”

Film: Agfacolor 40s

Camera / lens: Fujifilm X-H2 / Tamron 17-70mm f/2.8

#Fujifilm #FujifilmXH2 #VintagePhotography #FineArtPhotography #FineArt #VintagePhoto #vintage #ArtPhotography #art #Tamron #Agfacolor #FilmPhotography #film #photography #photo #photos #APSC #night
January 29, 2026 at 3:00 PM
cameraboerse.bsky.social
Another great Leica R lens on offer in our eBay store is the Summilux-R 80mm f/1.4 portrait light bucket!
www.ebay.de/itm/3581...
#photography #analogphotography #leica #summicron #vintage #vintagelens #slr #35mm #filmnotmegapixels #filmnotdead #cameraboerse #muelheim
January 30, 2026 at 10:28 AM
andyc.com
Is it just me or does anybody else have problems with trying to decide on what they want to take when they go out of town.

It's not a photography trip per se but it's just a tagalong trip and I'll have nothing else to do but entertain myself outside of dinners.

#photography #nikon #decisions
An overhead shot shows a collection of Nikon photography equipment spread across a light wood grain table. Four Nikon camera bodies are featured: a modern mirrorless Nikon Z8 with a prime lens, a vintage-style Nikon Zf, a Nikon D750 DSLR with a 50mm lens, and a Nikon D100 with a DX lens. Several additional lenses are scattered to the left, including a TTArtisan lens and two other Nikon lenses with caps on. Accessories are also visible, including a Nikon-branded yellow and black neck strap, a black battery charger, and a rocket-style air blower for cleaning sensors. The lighting is bright and natural, coming from the side to highlight the textures of the gear.
January 28, 2026 at 9:35 PM
cameraboerse.bsky.social
Another late 1970s SLR top model in our eBay store: this Minolta XD-7 with MD Rokkor 50mm f/1.7 lens is in nice condition!
www.ebay.de/itm/1576...
#photography #analogphotography #camera #minolta #minoltaxd7 #vintage #vintagecamera #slr #35mm #filmnotmegapixels #filmnotdead #cameraboerse #muelheim
January 28, 2026 at 1:28 PM
jochenberger.bsky.social
Ford Pinto, April 2011

#AlphabetChallenge #WeekEForEponymous #ColorADay #BlueTue #FebruArty2026 #frugal#FineArt #PhotographersofBluesky #VintageCarPhotography
The image shows a close-up of the front end of a Ford Pinto, focusing on the headlight and grille area. The car’s design features a single round headlight with a clear lens and an amber side marker, framed by a simple chrome bezel. The grille is minimalist, with a horizontal bar and a central "FORD" emblem. The light blue paint shows signs of age, with subtle rust and patina adding to the vintage charm. The composition uses a shallow depth of field, drawing attention to the headlight while softly blurring the background. The lighting is natural, highlighting the textures and details of the car’s front. Das Bild zeigt eine Nahaufnahme der Front eines Ford Pinto, mit Fokus auf Scheinwerfer und Kühlergrill. Das Design umfasst einen einzelnen runden Scheinwerfer mit klarer Linse und einem bernsteinfarbenen Blinker, gerahmt von einem schlichten Chromring. Der Kühlergrill ist minimalistisch, mit einer horizontalen Strebe und einem zentralen „FORD“-Emblem. Der hellblaue Lack zeigt Alterungsspuren, mit dezentem Rost und Patina, die dem Fahrzeug Charme verleihen. Die Komposition nutzt eine geringe Schärfentiefe, um den Scheinwerfer hervorzuheben, während der Hintergrund sanft unscharf bleibt. Die Beleuchtung ist natürlich und betont Texturen und Details. Alt-Text generated by a LLM, supervised by a human!
February 3, 2026 at 6:59 AM
cameraboerse.bsky.social
Our bestseller is back in our eBay store - this Canon AE-1 with FD 50mm f/1.8 lens is in very nice condition!
www.ebay.de/itm/1576...
#photography #analogphotography #camera #canon #canonae1 #vintage #vintagecamera #slr #35mm #filmnotmegapixels #filmnotdead #cameraboerse #muelheim #ruhrgebiet
January 26, 2026 at 8:02 PM
cbpics.bsky.social
Queen Anne Cottage Barn, LA Arboretum, Arcadia, CA

Camera: R6 Mk II
Lens: Canon 85mm f/2

#photography #vintage #old #light #stilllife #barn #Canon #blueskyphotographer #historical
January 26, 2026 at 10:36 PM
sophiama.bsky.social
Looking at #brick #buildings in #chicago thru my #digicam lens :P

#photography #photo #camera #digital #film #analog #architecture #building #city #urban #design #art #historic #house #vintage #midwest
A creamy brick chicago 2- or 3-flat walk-up building, with slightly chipped white cornice/roofwork, seen beside a barren wintry tree with no leaves but instead a billowing plastic bag caught in its branches. looking at a mash-up of different styles, colors, and sizes of brick buildings from the sidewalk beside a strangely-oriented, reddish brick, ≈ expanded workers-cottage style residence in west town chicago.
January 25, 2026 at 5:20 PM
arrdavid.bsky.social
My new Hazel10 (with a REAL-ESRGAN installed) V my Hazel9, plus original resolution B&W image. Hazel10 needs tweaking I think, but I soldier on.
Open the images and zoom in. What do you think?
vertical, close-up portrait of a young woman with a serene and contemplative expression. She leans her head gently against her right hand, which rests atop her left hand on the curved, plush armrest of a vintage chair. ​Key Visual Details ​Subject: A young woman with an oval face, fair skin with a light dusting of freckles across her nose, and striking, clear blue eyes. Her long, wavy brunette hair cascades down her shoulders, disappearing into the dark background. ​Pose: Her head is tilted slightly, resting on her hands. Her fingers are long and elegant, positioned delicately over each other. She looks directly into the lens with a calm, neutral gaze. ​Lighting: The lighting is soft and directional, coming from the upper left. It highlights the contour of her forehead, the bridge of her nose, and the tops of her hands, while casting gentle shadows that add depth to her features. ​Setting & Texture: She is seated on a luxurious, gold-colored satin or silk upholstered chair. The fabric is gathered in pleats around a dark, carved wooden scroll at the front of the armrest. The background is dark and out of focus, creating a "Chiaroscuro" effect that makes the subject pop. ​Mood and Style ​The image has a timeless, painterly quality reminiscent of classic Renaissance portraiture. The color palette is warm, dominated by the rich gold of the chair, the deep browns of her hair, and the soft flesh tones of her skin, all contrasted against her vivid blue eyes. vertical, close-up portrait of a young woman with a serene and contemplative expression. She leans her head gently against her right hand, which rests atop her left hand on the curved, plush armrest of a vintage chair. ​Key Visual Details ​Subject: A young woman with an oval face, fair skin with a light dusting of freckles across her nose, and striking, clear blue eyes. Her long, wavy brunette hair cascades down her shoulders, disappearing into the dark background. ​Pose: Her head is tilted slightly, resting on her hands. Her fingers are long and elegant, positioned delicately over each other. She looks directly into the lens with a calm, neutral gaze. ​Lighting: The lighting is soft and directional, coming from the upper left. It highlights the contour of her forehead, the bridge of her nose, and the tops of her hands, while casting gentle shadows that add depth to her features. ​Setting & Texture: She is seated on a luxurious, gold-colored satin or silk upholstered chair. The fabric is gathered in pleats around a dark, carved wooden scroll at the front of the armrest. The background is dark and out of focus, creating a "Chiaroscuro" effect that makes the subject pop. ​Mood and Style ​The image has a timeless, painterly quality reminiscent of classic Renaissance portraiture. The color palette is warm, dominated by the rich gold of the chair, the deep browns of her hair, and the soft flesh tones of her skin, all contrasted against her vivid blue eyes.
January 29, 2026 at 10:14 PM
jennyemelie.bsky.social
I've started researching a proper macro lens for my Nikon, but used this week's challenge to reconfirm for myself exactly why the two I have do not work. Had to fall back on the phone for now.

#AlphabetChallenge #WeekCForCloseUp #AlphabetTechPhoto #Macro #SensoryArt #Broken #Photography #AltText
A macro photograph of the neck of a vintage Maling Lustreware vase. The pink ceramic piece is missing a large, triangular chunk and the photograph has been focused through that breakage onto the interior glazing. The glazing is heavily crazed resulting in dark burgundy lines on the exterior and tan lines on the interior. The gold trim from around the rim of the vase is almost entirely worn off. Despite the age and wear, the glaze remains extremely reflective and the characteristic opaline flashes of Lustreware are very apparent in the interior's finish. The vase was draped by a piece of grey velvet both to create a background and in an attempt to block more light. The only lighting was ambient sunlight which was still causing intrusive reflections. I did want to attempt a setup in a photo booth thing I got some time ago, but didn't have time for that experiment unfortunately. This image was made using a Google Pixel 10 Pro and edited with Google Photo tools. I attempted a few shots with my Nikon DSLR, but the two lenses I have for it were absolutely not the right tools for the task. I did pretty much know that, but it was a helpful exercise for understanding *why* those particular lens specs don't work for this kind of shot. I think it's given me a better understanding of what I need in a macro lens, though!
January 25, 2026 at 11:59 PM
bookscraiccake.bsky.social
Few weeks ago bought a vintage lens from a Ukrainian seller on Etsy. Arrived before the delivery date. Don’t know how they’re doing it. The determination & resolve to still make a livelihood, ship to international buyers

Ironically, the lens from ‘78 stamped made in USSR

If we can buy, we support🇺🇦
lionessmom.bsky.social lionessmom.bsky.social @lionessmom.bsky.social · 10d
Words matter but so do actions. I ordered tea from Ukraine a few days ago. The proprietor of the Etsy store lost her home in Kyiv. I got a notification that the tea has been accepted by the Ukrainian postal service today and is en route to me. In the midst of destruction, Ukrainian people are still
strategywoman.bsky.social Yaroslava @strategywoman.bsky.social · 10d
Two hard hours in Kyiv.
russia attacked our critical infrastructure again.
Drones are still snooping around.

My words change nothing, but at least you’ll know.
January 24, 2026 at 1:57 PM
fadedphotos.bsky.social
Beautiful Model on Vintage Infrared
This lovely lady modeled for me for an experimental Kodak infrared shoot in the late 70’s. Those eyes. That smile. Just gorgeous.
#model #portrait #nsfw #nude #topless #eyes #smile #breasts #fineartnude #artisticnudephoto #infrared #vintage #film #boobs #pentax
Back in the 70’s Kodak had Ektachrome and monochrome infrared. The differences were stunning from today’s full spectrum camera. For some reason the monochrome infrared seemed to have a ghostly quality that made for sensual, seductive nude photography. But it was a bear to work with! The film base was transparent so any light hitting the leader would cause exposure to the film in the canister. So the film had to be loaded and unloaded in a dark bag. Straight from camera to processing was best. Focusing without today’s mirrorless technology was a matter of using an IR dot on the lens to shift from visible focus to what the lens would focus IR to. This was shot with a Pentax Spotmatic F and Pentax SMC Takumar 55mm f1.8 - a great lens for this purpose as it did not have hot spots. Another issue is static electricity. The film seemed to always have a static charge. Using a conductive wrist strap when handling helped in winter months. When all is said and done, though, the results were awesome!
January 23, 2026 at 12:26 PM
bookscraiccake.bsky.social
Bokeh balls part II
In the absence of outdoor conditions
I did muck about indoors
Vintage lens on the camera
You can see how sometimes
it enhances or distracts

If I can do something constructive
with bokeh balls outside in good lighting…

I might change my name to Hyacinth Bokeh

📷 December 2025
January 22, 2026 at 2:28 PM
apkeedle.bsky.social
Yay! Found some replacement donor glass for my 355mm G-Claron. It's a bit Triggers broom, but these elements will go in my existing shutter and lens board so not quite! Cheaper this way.

The Ritter 7x17" should be back up and running in the near future. Will be able to tray dev in the Uni darkroom.
A close-up, high-angle shot of a vintage Schneider-Kreuznach G-Claron 9/355 lens. The black, cylindrical lens rests diagonally on a piece of white, crumpled protective foam, which sits on a textured, light-brown wooden surface. The lens features a prominent front element with white engraved text reading "G-Claron 9/355" around the rim. A ridged focus or aperture ring wraps around the middle of the barrel. Bright light glints off the polished black metal and glass surfaces, creating sharp highlights and soft shadows, emphasizing the lens's solid, precision-engineered construction.
January 21, 2026 at 4:52 PM
cprotz.bsky.social
Emma Helena in a more vintage set 8n my studio. The glow comes from an almost 100 year old Leica Thambar lens...

#blueskyartshow #photography #Leica #thambar
January 17, 2026 at 7:48 PM
renne.millipede.stream
that's called stealing they hid it so you wouldn't take it
Youtube video: The Secret Lens Inside Vintage Photobooths. The thumbnail text shows a man with a miner's light holding a screwdriver and a lens
January 16, 2026 at 11:27 PM
cameraboerse.bsky.social
This classic M42 SLR, the Praktica MTL 5 B with Pentacon 50mm f/1.8 lens, is almost like new - now in our eBay store!
www.ebay.de/itm/3580...
#photography #analogphotography #camera #pentacon #praktica #vintage #vintagecamera #slr #35mm #filmnotmegapixels #filmnotdead #cameraboerse #muelheim
January 16, 2026 at 10:51 AM
cameraboerse.bsky.social
The Minolta X-370s is the perfect analog beginner's camera - now in our eBay store with the 50mm f/1.7 lens and original camera case!
www.ebay.de/itm/3581...
#photography #analogphotography #camera #minolta #minoltax370s #vintage #vintagecamera #slr #35mm #filmnotmegapixels #cameraboerse #muelheim
January 15, 2026 at 11:53 AM
jbeck3d.bsky.social
Can say the primary shaping of the hero for my crime scene environment is in a solid place
#plasticity #gameart #3d
A angled above-shot of a vintage-looking camera with flash lamp attachment modeled in Plasticity (thus it looks like clay blocks and forms that makeup the model) A angled rear-shot of a vintage-looking camera with flash lamp attachment modeled in Plasticity (thus it looks like clay blocks and forms that makeup the model) - this shot provides a closer look at the fold-out back door that provides cover for the user to peek into the camera's lens A angled side shot with closeup of a vintage-looking camera with flash lamp attachment modeled in Plasticity (thus it looks like clay blocks and forms that makeup the model) - this shot provides a closer look at the flash lamp base and side adjustor piece with knobs and plugs as well as the viewfinder ontop the camera body A angled front shot with closeup of a vintage-looking camera with flash lamp attachment modeled in Plasticity (thus it looks like clay blocks and forms that makeup the model) - this shot provides a closer look at the lens itself with a number of small details cut to makeup the "tracks" that the lens glides along for adjustments
January 15, 2026 at 12:42 PM
stroejummer.bsky.social
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Last time I was by here, I didn't have a wide enough lens with me. Almost went off without a hitch today. 🙄

Tall grain elevators on a very narrow road in Amsterdam, #Montana.

#EastCoastKin #ClassicMono #photography #monochrome #blackandwhitephotography
Historic grain elevators, a silo and a vintage truck in a rural landscape, captured in black and white under a cloudy sky.
January 15, 2026 at 12:14 AM
gerrysimons.bsky.social
Result from my ’field test’ with the Canon R100 and vintage Industar 50-2 3.5/50 lens using the M42-RF adapter by Urth. No post-processing. I think the old soviet lens based on the Ziess Tessar design performed well. The serial number dates the lens from 1970. #photography #nature #Canon #Camellia
A colour photograph of a Camellia flower and leaves in a patch of sunlight.
January 13, 2026 at 4:12 PM