Instant film artistry can offer a variety of therapeutic benefits- in our very non-professional opinion. Join us each month as we discuss thematic emotions while actively creating new emulsion lifts. Each episode will feature an emotion beginning with letters that spell out PASSION, and today's episode is all about (P) procrastination and patience; Alex reflects on the flirtatious overlapping of the two concepts, while Natalie celebrates the lack of patience that can lead to a cleaner lift! Some folks discuss life over a drink at the bar, while we prefer emotions over lifts by the microphone. What's your process?
Editing Note *Natalie jokingly refers to her polaroid taking a "cold plunge," but we advise the use of warm water when performing emulsion lifts*
Alex and Natalie are thrilled to be back interviewing your favorite instant film artists! This month's esteemed artist, Ben Fraternale, is well-known for his YouTube channel "In An Instant", featuring Polaroid product reviews, photo shoots, film breakdowns, and so much more. Your hosts delve into Ben's history in photography, videography, and...astronomy? Let Ben regal you with tales of doo wop neighborhoods and fictional fireplaces, all while we discuss more on his first book "Roadside: Hudson Valley." Instagram accounts referenced in this episode include: @intothepolaroid @jamieswick @upsidewalkdown @brooklynfilmcamera @accidentallywesanderson
Ready for 2021?? Your hosts ring in the New Year with a new monthly format and a Passion Presents lineup, filling 2021 with such potential! Share some laughs as your favorite Polaroid couple discuss festive holiday photo finalists- do you spy the same Santa that Alex spies? Looking for a Polaroid goal to kick off a creative year? Listen in for the month's Technique-To-Try and be sure to tag us to share your experience. Episode recorded 1/3. Instagram accounts and #tags referenced in this episode include: @polaroids_by_matthew_ @sicknelassie @princess_of_manhattan @a_weirdo_guy @intothepolaroid @montebellophoto @the.instantgram #myholidaymoment #mypolaroidnow #passionthrupolaroids
This week is filled with warm little knowledge-biscuits for you, Polaroid fans! Listen in as @elirainpolaroid shares her brave method for using trendy iType film in 600-film model cameras. We'll then delve into the photos by select artists of Analog Forever Magazine's exhibit "In an Instant," followed by a discussion of the latest @the.instantgram YouTube video (all about 8x10 portraits!). Episode recorded 11/15. Research gathered the week of 11/9-11/15/2020. Instagram accounts and #tags referenced in this episode include: #mypolaroidnow @elirainpolaroid @analogforevermagazine @kelterphotography @aglassbrightly @misscafecito @je.studio @andreadefusco @lukaroid @the.instantgram @brooklynfilmcamera @picturemanbob @warmjulysun_polaroidaday
Welcoming the start of the holiday season, your hosts return to discuss how the U.S. Presidential Election inadvertently affected a recent photo challenge. Plus, we've got the details on the latest special edition film release! Concluding with their "Focus On" segment, Alex explores various filming locations around LA for instant film inspiration, while Natalie begins to plan for gift-worthy manipulations this Holiday season. Please let us know your thoughts and how we can improve this community resource to better serve the needs of its members. Episode recorded 11/8. Research gathered the week of 11/1-11/8/2020. Instagram accounts and #tags referenced in this episode include: #filmisnotundead @passion.over.purpose @cromschu @picturemanbob @derailthesnail @polaguts @warmjulysun_polaroidaday
Wrapping up the month of October, Natalie and Alex share the details of their recent visit to MIT Museum's " The Polaroid Project, Part II" exhibit. Your hosts delve into some instant film history in order to provide context regarding several aspects of the museum. Alex, then, explores the idea of a future Polaroid run by Disney- a prediction he hopes to be disproven! Concluding with their "Focus On" segment, Natalie shares how she has begun to use her camera as an excuse to practice bravery, while Alex divulges his latest use of the Polaroid Pocket Printer. Please let us know your thoughts and how we can improve this community resource to better serve the needs of its members. Episode recorded 11/1. Research gathered the week of 10/26-11/1/2020. Instagram accounts and #tags referenced in this episode include: @mitmuseum @anibalcatalanstudio @polaroid #shareyourmagic @picturemanbob @derailthesnail
Trick or Treat! In the spirit of Halloween, we've teamed up with horror movie-reviewer Tyler of the From the Depths Podcast to bring you this sticky-sweet episode. Cozy up and listen in as your hosts discuss Goosebumps' TV episode "Say Cheese and Die," based on the YA book by R.L. Stein. Alex dissects the differences between the book and show, while Tyler terrifies us with tales of his own ghostly photo encounters. Natalie shares the spooky (and not-so-spooky) stories behind the Polaroids submitted in their recent #SayCheeseAndDie photo challenge. If you appreciate instant film and a good scare- this episode is for you!
Welcome back for the second installment of Instant Community News. This week the community focuses on celebrating this autumn's "Polaroid Week". Alex and Natalie share what this occasion entails as well as how to celebrate! After updating us on the latest photo exhibitions and submission opportunities, including their own "Say Cheese and Die" competition, your hosts explain why Polaroid film packs come in eight, rather than ten. Concluding with their weekly "Focus On" segment, Alex discusses his progress with collage manipulations, while Natalie shares the details of her latest DuoChrome project. Please let us know your thoughts and how we can improve this community resource to better serve the needs of its members. Episode recorded 10/18. Research gathered the week of 10/12-10/18/2020. Instagram accounts and #tags referenced in this episode include: @polaroidweek #polaroidweek #roidweek @polaroid #shareyourmagic @analogforeverzine @experimentalphotofestival @kkphoto37 @ic.film.photo @picturemanbob @diaries_of_a_rogue_elefant