Through the viewfinder- or ttv

I found a group on flickr that takes photos through the viewfinder of older cameras like the Kodak duaflex. I love the images, and though some of you can do this with your photoshop, I can't , and I wanted to try the whole thing out. I purchased and old duaflex on ebay, and I love it! It is a beautiful little camera with so much charm, and I promptly put it on my shelf for a few months. This morning, I finally decided to play with it, and build a fast, down and dirty "smokestack" to block light out so that my digital will work with it. This first picture shows what you see with a digital through the duaflex.

The image in the viewfinder is that cabinet I just bought- remember? And no, I do not bite my finger nails! Ever since massage school I can't stand to grow them out.
This next picture I used my cardboard light blocker-

Now despite the blur, due to my wiggle, and the fact that Ian looks absolutely possesed, I am thrilled that I could make it work. I will be playing around with this more.  (Note to self- don't sneek up on Ian anymore.)

Comments

[Paul]

Wow, Tyn. Very cool. I had never heard of these cameras of types of images. I followed your link, and found tons of great images. Thanks for sharing. I'd like a cool portait made of me! Please bring to the next Chunky Book.

[ONE LOVE PHOTO]

Very interesting...I will have to look at the links and figure out how to do this. It is a really wonderful look, love the flower and garden ones. Well done my dear!

[vicki cook]

These pics are very cool, Tyn! Def have to check out the link (and ebay) to learn more! Love what you share here on your blog. very, very inspiring!

- vicki xo

PS your jade plant made me smile, too!