GEAR & REVIEWS, CREATIVE PHOTOGRAPHY Ute Reckhorn GEAR & REVIEWS, CREATIVE PHOTOGRAPHY Ute Reckhorn

How can the Camera Obscura Technique be used in modern photography?

Did you know that Camera Obscura, which is latin for dark chamber, is the term for a photography technique that can be considered the origin of modern photography? I recently discovered this ancient technology again when Lensbaby released their newest product, a pinhole lens, which I got to beta-test over the last few months. It surprised me to learn that modern photography has roots far older than a few centuries. But is any of this still relevant?

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CREATIVE PHOTOGRAPHY, GEAR & REVIEWS Ute Reckhorn CREATIVE PHOTOGRAPHY, GEAR & REVIEWS Ute Reckhorn

Lensbaby Spark 2.0 versus the Composer Pro: Are Both Worth Buying?

Just recently, Lensbaby came out with a new lens, the Spark 2.0. Since its release, I have gotten many questions about it and whether or not it is worth buying over the Composer Pro. I wanted to be able to explain more comprehensively to anyone who has questions, so here are my thoughts on the two lenses!

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