Cameras & More Photography

First off, happy new year!!! Here's hoping that 2010 is fantastic.

Now onto the real focus: cameras & other photographic fun. About a year ago, while in a really cool shop, I saw an awesome old camera- clearly not for use, but for decoration. As much as I thought it was cool, I couldn't justify spending money on a nonworking camera. So I didn't think about it much until something sparked my memory not long ago, and my mom mentioned that she had a camera that sounded just like that- and maybe my grandfather still had it. Unfortunately, he didn't have that one, but instead had four other cool cameras that are going to be great decorations once I find room for them. One is a Polaroid, complete with pull-out accordion-style lens (my grandpa even thinks it might still work- too bad Polaroid no longer makes film). Another is the super super tiny version of my SLR and DSLR Pentax (and apparently has/had exchangeable lenses? I'm going to go back and ask if he still has those too.) That one is definitely no longer in working shape, after a mishap at the beach. Oh well- it's very cute. The other two are very similar in appearance, one being a Kodak Pony 135 and one being an Agfa Apotar (German camera). I was keeping my fingers crossed (but not holding my breath) that when he kept talking about the German camera that it might be a Leica.

In other photography news, I decided to go along with Photojojo's Project 365, where you take at least one picture every day. Once I figure out where I will be posting them, I'll be sure to post a link. Today I got some great shots during the magic hour while riding in the car on my way to my grandparents! At least- they look great on the little display screen!

Need a photographer?

So, this weekend, I took pictures for my cousin's engagement portraits. It just reminded me how much I love photography and photography sessions. Plus they pointed out that I could do photography as a side job, especially if I had more experience.
SO...
If anyone is interested/ needs pictures done (portraits/ candids/ whatnot)... give me a call. I'll give you an hour, free of charge, with the understanding that I can use the pictures for a portfolio. Other than that, you have full access to them. I'll post them to Shutterfly, so that way you can order what you want. You will also be able to download full-res from there.
The only catch is that if you've got to live near me or visit me.  
If you want to see examples of my work, let me know and I'll send you to my picture website.