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What is CRI?

CRI (Color Rendering Index) tracks the measurement and reading of how natural colors register under an artificial white light source.

Most Popular Courses

• Our Curriculum

  • All about fashion photography
  • Lens filters
  • Introduction to photography history
  • All about landscape photography
  • All about portrait photography
  • All about studio photography
  • Multiple exposures
  • Flash photography
  • Film camera maintenance
  • Analogue photography basics
  • Shooting low ISO
  • Expired film
  • Alternative Analogue Processes
  • How photographic film is made
  • All about street photography
  • Basic Photographic Principles
  • Motion Picture & Cine film
  • 110 Pocket Film Format
  • Light painting and long exposures
  • Instant photography
  • Film photography in low light
  • What is Lomography?
  • Introduction to film types
  • Darkroom techniques
  • Self-developing film
  • Pinhole photography
  • Film scanning
  • All about film soup

• What are some tips for creating LomoWalls?

  

  Planning to create your own physical LomoWall soon? Here are some tips to consider while making your version of a classic Lomography mosaic!

• Should I shake Instant film?

  No, you should not shake instant film while it is developing, as this can cause colors within the image to run and the picture to blur.

• Will X-ray machines at airports ruin my film?

  Traditional x-ray machines are unlikely to affect film of ISO 800 and lower. However, the new and more powerful CT scanners can damage any and all film. We recommend always asking to have your film inspected manually.

• How to focus the camera when taking self portraits on film?

  

  To focus when taking self-portraits on film you can use several techniques, such as choosing a high aperture setting, using a tripod, and putting another object in frame that you can focus on before taking your own self-portrait.

• How can I get started in fashion photography?

  

  You don’t need high-end equipment or a degree in photography to begin shooting for fashion. Here are some tips on how to develop your skills and gain the confidence to get started!

• How do I clean my instant camera rollers?

  Gently wipe the rollers with a soft cloth, tissue paper or cotton swab saturated with alcohol or ionized water. Once done with that area, press the shutter to make the rollers move, then so the same on the newly accessible parts. Repeat the process until there are is no visible dirt or black streaks left.

• How do I creatively alter my instant photos?

  Revamp your old instants or experiment with your fresh ones by trying out these five alteration ideas.

• How do I create a transparency with instant photos?

  Create transparencies from your Instax photos to elevate their uniqueness! Just follow these five easy steps.

• Can I change a 110 film cartridge while shooting?

  Yes, 110 is the only film format that allows you to easily and safely change the cartridge mid-roll!

• Where can I get 110 film developed?

  

  Contact your local labs to find out if they develop 110 film, or send it to us at our LomoLab.

• What type of film camera is best for street photography?

  

  Any film camera can be used for street photography and can give you excellent results. However the most popular are automatic point-and-shoots cameras.

• How do I start street photography?

  

  All you need is a film camera loaded with your film of choice, a suitable place to photograph, and some free time to do so. If you’re still unsure of where to begin, here are a few additional tips:

• What are some easy alternative analogue processes for beginners?

  Some of the easiest, most common and beginner-friendly alternative analogue processes to try out are lumen printing, chemigrams, and cyanotypes.

• What is a chemigram?

  A chemigram is a camera-less printing technique that produces an image using chemicals and light-sensitive paper.

• What is a cyanotype?

  Cyanotype is an alternative analogue process that produces a distinct cyan print. It is one of the most accessible and fun types of alternative image-making techniques to try out at home.

• Can you soup black and white film?

  

  Yes, black and white film can be souped. As with color negative and slide film, Black and White films have layers that can be manipulated through the use of chemicals and various substances to produce weird and wonderful images.

• How to make a darkroom at home?

  

  When setting up a darkroom, it is crucial to find an adequate space and purchase a good enlarger. Every other tool can be easily found online.

• What is the maximum distance to be from my subject when using a flash?

  

  For most basic camera flashes a maximum of three meters should allow you to still get a good exposure.

• What is the minimum distance to be from my subject when using a flash?

  

  For most basic camera flashes a minimum distance of one meter, or approximately your arm’s length, should be enough to get a good exposure.

• How to use a flash creatively?

  Besides using a flash to brighten up dark scenes, you can also use it in more creative ways by trying it in day time, changing the direction of the light, using slower shutter speeds, or even adding color with the colorsplashing technique.

• What is a test strip?

  

  A test strip is a piece of paper with which the correct exposure time for an image can be determined by dividing it into sections of different exposures.

• How do I know if my film camera is in good condition?

  Whether you’re buying secondhand film cameras or inheriting old cameras from family or friends, you can conduct a quick check to find out if they are working and in good condition.

• What is a contact sheet?

  

  A contact sheet is a printed photographic paper that includes on a single page all the photos taken on the roll.

• Who first invented photography?

  

  It was Joseph Nicéphore Niépce who successfully captured the first photographic image using the Camera Obscura, by taking a view from the window of his house.

• What are the best ingredients for film soup?

  

  There are no strict rules when it comes to creating a film soup recipe. However, there are key liquid ingredients that most experienced film soup enthusiasts gravitate towards. Think of water, cola, juice, wine, beer, coffee, contact lens solution, vinegar, soy sauce, to name a few.

• Should you do film soup before or after shooting?

  

  Film soup can be done either before and after shooting a roll of film. Allowing drying time for the film is necessary in both cases.

• Is it cheaper to develop my own film at home?

  Yes, if you shoot a lot of film it can often be cheaper to develop it yourself at home.

• What are some tips for shooting film in low light?

  

  From using film stocks with higher ISO, using prime lens, tripod and lightmeter, here are a few tips for shooting in low light situations such as overcast days, night shoots and indoor set ups.

• For how long is expired film still ok to use?

  

  There’s no hard rule about how long a film will still be usable for past its expiry date. It all depends how the film has been stored before you shoot it. Film that has been kept in high temperatures, sunlight, or humidity will have degraded much faster than film that has been kept in cool, dark and dry conditions.

• Should you push film in low light?

  

  Pushing the film in low light conditions depends on a few variables including how dark the environment is, and if you think it will be necessary to let in more light to achieve the image you’re going for.