Well written article, but lemmie tell you something, kid: obscurity is not superiority. That something is common or popular does not always mean that it's crap.
Digital rocks and so do the toys, even if they are played out. Film is expensive, developing is messy, and mechanical cameras are fussy. I shoot antique range finders, myself.
Here's the deal: a great tool in the hands of an artist is a great tool. The same tool in the hands of the unwashed masses *is still a great tool*.
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Well written article, but lemmie tell you something, kid: obscurity is not superiority. That something is common or popular does not always mean that it's crap.
Digital rocks and so do the toys, even if they are played out. Film is expensive, developing is messy, and mechanical cameras are fussy. I shoot antique range finders, myself.
Here's the deal: a great tool in the hands of an artist is a great tool. The same tool in the hands of the unwashed masses *is still a great tool*.
Cheers. Great article!