Holga 120 GCFN Review & How-To with Sample Images | The Best Camera in the World!

 

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If you know me, you know I’m obsessed with the Holga camera. It goes everywhere I go and it’s a huge reason why I became a photographer in the first place. It takes the dreamiest images AND it’s super easy to use! For being considered a “toy camera”, it truly has unlimited potential. In my latest Cameras & Cats youtube video, I share all of my favorite things about the camera as well as tips and tricks for how to get the best photos possible. If you want to see the camera in action, make sure to check out my adventure video from last month, where I took the camera to Las Vegas with me!

Below, I’ve included all of the images featured in the video so you can take a closer look at them. These are some of my favorite images I’ve taken over the years. A few of them have actually won awards and have been featured in gallery shows across the US!

If you have any questions, please feel free to ask! You should definitely pick up a Holga (purchase your own here) if you get the chance. They are super affordable as well, ranging from $40-100 depending on which version and color you are interested in. I prefer the Holga 120 GCFN model, which features a glass lens and a built-in flash. This helps me get even sharper images than the traditional plastic lens Holga and allows me to photograph in lower light situations. The Holga, in general, requires a lot of light to perform well, so that built-in flash can really make a difference on those cloudy days or when you’re shooting indoors.

CAMERA:

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FILM RECOMMENDATIONS:

Lomography 400 120 film

Kodak Portra 160 120 film

Kodak Portra 400 120 film

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Myles Katherine Photography at Steven Francis Fine Art Gallery in Lynchburg, Va

 

I’m super excited to be a part of the opening group show at Steven Francis Fine Art Gallery in Lynchburg, Virginia. My work is being shown alongside a ton of talented artists such as Jurgen Ziesmann, Kristen Feighery and of course, Steve Coates and Lucia Coates (the gallery owner and his wife). Steve Coates was my photography professor at Lynchburg College from 2008-2011 and I continued to work for him after graduation as his second shooter and film photography archivist. Steve Coates has always encouraged me along my photographic journey and it’s an honor to be one of his featured artists for his new gallery. He also owns the incredibly successful Montana Plains Bakery in Wyndhurst (they even made my wedding cake)! Steven Francis Fine Art Gallery can be found inside and upstairs at Montana Plains Bakery. Grab a coffee and a (delicious) pastry and head upstairs Tuesday-Saturday 10:30 am - 5:30 pm to see all of the amazing art!

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Happy Holidays!

-Myles Katherine