A few weeks ago, I entered a competition to take part in 'The LoBlography Challenge'. The prize was to try out a Diana F+ Toy Camera over a period of two weeks - with developing and film all courtesy of Lomography.com! With only 10 places available in the challenge, I didn't think I stood much of a chance, but I was delighted to discover that I was accepted!
The challenge officially started on Tuesday, and it involves competing against the other 9 bloggers to gain the most comments on our Diana F+ based posts - (so I'd love it if you could help me out there, hehe)! The overall winner will win a brand new LC-A+!
So without further ado... introducing my new Diana! Isn't she beautiful?
The camera came in a box with lots of added extras - including this lovely little photo book, filled with immaculate examples of photos taken with the Diana, as well as a little bit about its history, shooting techniques, and a few interviews.
Being a lover of all things from the 1960s, of course, the Diana with its simple yet stylised aesthetics really appeals! Back in the 60s, it was sold as a novelty 'Toy Camera', costing just one dollar per camera - but it was discontinued in the 70s as it didn't take off. It was later revived by analogue photographers, attracted by its unpredictable outcomes, including vignettes, light leaks and random contrast.
I've already taken my Diana for a day out, shooting various sights in the city centre. I'll be sure to post up the results once I get them back from the developing labs!
Have any of you used a Diana before? How did your photos come out?
Sadie xxx
P.S. I'd like to say a big thankyou to one of my readers, Holly, for notifying me about this challenge! You can find her Lomography account here - I particularly love her shots of Brighton sea front!
38 comments:
Must admit, I'm rather jealous. I've been after a Diana F+ for ages now. Really can't wait to see the photos you take with it x
oke, i'm jealous! i really want a diana F+!
It looks amazing, looking forward to seeing what pictures you have taken.
Sophie
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Never seen this kind of cameras before, they look so cool! Well done with the comp, and look forward to seeing pictures!
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Wow, what a great challenge. I would love to try ebfore I buy because I'm not a good photographer and I would like to see if they are easy to use and give good results for a novice. Can't wait to see your photos xx
The camera looks so cool!
Claudia xxx
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Oh so beautiful! I've been longing to try one of those Dianas out :) cant wait for your outcomes, I just put two of my holga films in for developing, they'll be up on my blog when I get them back! lomography is very exciting :) x
Very cool! can't wait to see what you come up with! i have a diana mini i've been neglecting- need to bust that back out!
Good luck girl!! I need a diana so badly. Im always so jealous of everyone elses pictures they take with them!! x
I'm so jealous, I've always wanted a Diana! x
I've ALWAYS wanted one of these...I think its going on my birthday wishlist :) cant wait to see your photos! looby xx
Looking forward to seeing your pictures - I'm so jealous!
Rosie x
What a fab camera!
Good luck with your challenge.
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oh i love/want that camera.
good luck with the challenge.
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I'm so jealous, I love all of the cameras that Lomography sell. I'm just about to buy a Diana F+ lens to put on my SLR - I know I'd never get the film developed!
Looking forward to seeing your pics!
Can't wait to see the pictures you come up with. I've been eying this camera for a while now. Good luck and I'll be sure to comment!
I would be glad to help you get closer to the prize! Goodluck and I will keep my fingers crossed for you.
I don't really think these new Dianas can beat the original old Diana 151 but good luck in the comp!
Gongrats for being chosen. I have a Diana, and I love her. :)
Ahh I bought my own original Diana from a jumble sale for 20p :) Have just bought myself a Diana Mini and I can't wait to use it :) Good luck in the comp! x
I love that camera, but I'm thinking about buying a Diana in a mint green colour, the dreamer version, so so so pretty.
Good luck with the challenge, hope you win!
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that is very exciting!
You lucky duck! Good luck with the contest!
I can't wait to see what pictures you come up with.
How cutteee! It uses film?
i cant wait to see your photos! you are so lucky! :)
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it was sold for a dollar?? How much is it now? If its really expensive now I have to say that's lame.
Oh, I can't wait to see how your pictures turn out! I'm interested in buying the diana f+ with the instant back...
I have a diana mini, but unfortunately after using it on a couple of trips I went to get the film developed and they couldn't do it because I'd wound the film on wrong :( I'm sure you'll have better luck though :D
A dollar? Wow! I can't wait to see some of your photographs.
It looks like a fantastic little camera! Will be interested to see the results (:
I'm looking forward to seeing your shots! x
Wow looks fantastic, I'd be more than willing to carry it around with me even if it WAS a mere toy! Can't wait to see your photos Sadie :) x
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besos!
Wow such a great opportunity! I love those cameras, shame that I'm rubbish at saving up. Hope you visit back :)
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Wow love the camera babes, I am soo getting myself one of those. Looking forward to seeing the results! (I heard that some handsome chap was meant to be starring in them)
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Such a cute looking camera! Good luck with the challenge :)
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wooo this is awesome :)
thanks for the mention :)
stil havent made my blog yet, booo..... one day, one day...
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Lomo cameras are awesome!
I have Diana Mini and I love it! :)
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