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2 Things

Posted on April 2, 2014December 5, 2018 by gdotarroyo

Rolleiflex Automat Vivian Maier Style Photofraph 1 — Self portrait with my Rolleiflex Automat.

I am very inspired, the next month is going a very exciting for me especially concerning film photography. Two big things are happening.

The first one is this Friday the 4th. I am heading to see the documentary “Finding Vivian Maier”. It opens in the Chicago area on this day and I’m taking a fellow Maier fan, my 8 year old daughter. I have been patiently waiting for this to come out for a few years. If (and I don’t know why you wouldn’t) follow me on Facebook you know how much I am a fan of Ms. Maier. read more

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When I fail

Posted on March 19, 2014June 9, 2016 by gdotarroyo

IMAG0161 When I fail, I really fail.

Last week I posted about a shot I set up with my Rollieflex and using film (read here). Well when I developed the roll containing the shots I took, the entire roll came out clear. What I think happened is that my chemicals finally wore out and I fixed the roll before it developed. So I have ordered new developing chemicals and will be also replacing my fixer.

I’ve taught myself a few important lessons.
Don’t run your developing chemicals for too long.
Don’t wait to develop your film until a deadline gets close.
Always have a backup plan (I did and re-shot the photo digitally)
Don’t post about your film photos until after you develop the roll! read more

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Creativity

Posted on March 12, 2014September 19, 2016 by gdotarroyo

MeandRollei_Giovanni_Arroyo

The word creativity means a lot of things. I like to think that being creative means more than just a wonderful image. I feel that part of my creative process involves coming up with solutions to problems. The above image is an example of this. I am part of a community on Google Plus called the B&W Project. Each month we are provided a theme and need to shoot a photo for that theme. For the month of March the theme is Minimalist. I developed a concept, and to add to the complexity I have decided to shoot all theme photos on film. As I laid out the shot I had to overcome some logistical problems. Light, background, not having a tripod to fit my pre-1950 Rolleiflex and more. I even had to be creative in order to capture the behind the scenes photos with my cell phone. read more

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Teaching

Posted on February 26, 2014January 25, 2017 by gdotarroyo

I am grateful for each and every time I get to teach. If that is a workshop, presentation or individual training, each and every time I find my passion for photography grows. I enjoy the interaction between people in attendance and myself. I enjoy that I get to learn from attendees just as they are able to learn from me. I enjoy the fact that my art and photography as a improves every time I teach.

I am excited to share that this year I am going to have even more opportunities to share my passion for photography. I have partnered with Nancy Merkling to be part of her Simply Learn workshop team. And will be teaching at the beautiful Starline Gallery and Studios in Harvard, IL. read more

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Film Scanning

Posted on January 15, 2014June 9, 2016 by gdotarroyo

Chicago Bridge

I’m excited to shoot a lot more medium format film this year. I was a little disappointed with some of the results I had last year, but I had a sense it was the scanner I was using. That was exactly right, my scanner was not sharp and was lacking in dynamic range. I now have a capable scanner and can’t wait to really put it to use this year.

The three pictures were taken with my Yashica 635. Developed and scanned by myself. Let me know if you are interested in purchasing any of them, I have them framed prints ready to hang. read more

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Cherishing Film

Posted on December 18, 2013June 10, 2016 by gdotarroyo

Here is a short video about film photography via Buzz Feed on Youtube. I think it really captures one of the aspects of shooting with film that I miss with digital. Photos are just more precious on film. They are not disposable like digital shots. The whole process of getting the photos developed, printed and the surprise of opening the package means they get cherished and kept. I try to make sure I print out photos regularly because they capture a moment in time that will never occur again. I enjoy looking at photos in my hand and not solely flipping through them on a screen. read more

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Another Twin Lens Reflex

Posted on December 4, 2013January 25, 2015 by gdotarroyo

Yashica_124_G

Added another twin lens reflex camera (TLR) to the collection. A great looking and perfectly functioning Yashica Mat 124 G. Now Leyla, Natalia and I can all shoot twin lens cameras together.

I also picked up a 1965 Nikon F Photomic, I’m passing this one along preferring my SLR’s of the Canon variety. This would make a great gift for a photographer in your life. Contact me if you would like to find out more about this camera. Connect | Contact

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Rolleiflex Roll

Posted on November 27, 2013September 19, 2016 by gdotarroyo

Rolleiflex Automat Vivian Maier Style Photofraph 1

Developed the first roll of film I have taken with my Rolleiflex Automat. Of course I had to do a couple of Vivian Maier style self portraits. Both are from a day I spent walking around in Indianapolis. Indy is not a very busy place early on a Saturday morning in the fall. It was a good test of the new camera. Now I just need a new scanner so that I can show the dynamic range that is actually in this photo. Yes I have complained about my scanner before.

Speaking of Vivian Maier, “Finding Vivian Maier” documentary has an official release day. March 28th, 2014. You can find out more on the Finding Vivian Maier website. I’m excited to learn more about this amazing photographer. I have heard great things about the documentary and I will be at a showing the night it comes out. read more

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Polaroid of a Polaroid

Posted on November 6, 2013June 10, 2016 by gdotarroyo

Polaroid Land Camera 450 Photograph by Giovanni Arroyo

Wanted to finish a pack of Fuji FP-100C film I had in my Polaroid Minute Maker so I too a photo of my new Polaroid 450 Land Camera. Converted the scanned photo to BW with Light Room 5.

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Rolleiflex

Posted on October 16, 2013June 10, 2016 by gdotarroyo

Rolleiflex Automat Photograph by Giovanni Arroyo

I really wanted a Rolleiflex.

Now I am the proud owner of a 1940’s Rolleiflex Automat. It is no museum piece, but that just means I won’t treat it like one. Already loaded and ready to shoot!