Showing posts with label 52 weeks. Show all posts
Showing posts with label 52 weeks. Show all posts

52 Weeks of Instax // Week 35

    Oh, where to start with this photo...  I bought an instax 50s a while back and immediately had some problems with it, but it allowed me to finish off a pack of film with minimal problems so when I loaded up the second pack I didn't think anything would go wrong but boy was I incorrect!

    The camera was slow to respond, I would press the button to turn it on and it wouldn't until about 30 seconds later. When it finally did turn on pressing the shutter wouldn't do a thing no matter how many times I tried. So I tried to take the film pack out so I could use it in my instax mini 7s and return the camera but the pack wouldn't come out even though I had it installed correctly, yellow lines lined up. It wouldn't budge.

    I contacted the seller I bought it from - no response. After waiting and waiting I filed a case with amazon. Another 15 days later they finally got back to me and said nothing could be done for me, the seller wouldn't accept a return and wouldn't help me out.  So mad I was nearly in tears, I decided to just rip out the pack of film. I found the "this is not a film" piece was jammed for who knows what reason! I took it out and put the film back in and it started working just fine (other than the issues I had with it in the first place which includes the fact the film is SUPER hard to get out once it starts to eject from the camera)

    All in all, despite getting a lemon, this pictures did turn out pretty neat. The one I chose for my week 35 photo is my favorite of the bunch.
    I'm not sure how I feel about putting more film in the camera. Good thing I didn't sell my trusty instax mini 7s when I bought the new and improved one!
    xoxo

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52 Weeks of Instax // Week 35


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52 Weeks of Instax / Week 34

    52 weeks of instax is a year long project with a super simple goal - one instax photo for each week of the year.
    That's Z-Dog or "Zebra dog". I'm pretty sure I tried naming her "Zelda" when we first got her but it didn't stick with my dad so he began calling her Z-Dog instead. My dad and I went and picked her out for my mom years and years ago after our beloved family dog, Baron, passed away.

    Z is normally pretty hyper which is no fun since she's a big ole' Great Dane (who can accidentally knock you down with ease), but yesterday we had a little get together for my dad's birthday and she was being so sweet and calm. I had a lot of fun laying in the grass with her even if she did rub slobber all over my clothes and camera bag. I love her, a lot.
    xoxo

    Remember it's never too late to join in on 52 weeks of instax! You can find an instax camera here, and more posts about 52 weeks here. Also, be sure to post your photos to the 52 weeks flickr group!!

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52 Weeks of Instax / Week 34


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52 Weeks of Instax // Week 33

    I'm posting my week 33 photo a day late because I was camping all weekend. (This may or may not happen at least two more times before winter! Yay!!)

    This weekend we went camping in Cook Forest State Park, which is seriously one of the most beautiful places I have ever visited. There were so many views that just left me in awe. If I could move anywhere (and take my family along because I can't be far from them!!) it would be somewhere near here. I would really love to visit again and do some more exploring.

    I took this instax when we pulled over to take photos of these really neat rock formations that we found earlier in the day while canoeing (we even took a little break to build one!). The road followed along side a beautiful river that was full of canoes, kayaks and tubes. On the other side of the road were cute little cabins to rent, it was incredibly charming. I would have loved to just drive around for hours taking in all the sights.

    You can't really tell from the photo but my nail polish is all chipped and cracked from the weekend. I was a little hesitant to take a photo showing that (some ladies don't like to be seen with no make-up, but I don't like to be seen with chipped nail polish) but then I realized it went hand in hand with the story of the photo. My chipped nails were a result of a fun, and that's what I want that photo to remind me of.

    I took a ton of photos during the camping trip most of which were film so as soon as I get them developed I'll be sure to share them! I can't wait to tell you more about my trip!
    xoxo

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52 Weeks of Instax // Week 33


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52 Weeks of Instax // Week 32

    This is from Thursday, Kevin and I headed over to the park to take a walk, and enjoy the beautiful day. I was just about to set the time on my camera (the Instax Mini 50S has a ten second time and tripod mount!) and run over to the tree where Kevin was when I hear "Do you want me to press the button for you?" I look over and there he is... the park ranger, the wonderful man who gave us a hard time about picking mushrooms a month or so back and the same guy who I'm about 99.99% sure was spying (through binoculars!) on Elycia, Ivan, Kevin and I while we were at the park. After I politely responded "No thank you, it has a timer on it." he stood there for what seemed like forever but in reality was at least 5 minutes. He didn't say a word, just watched. He's kind of creepy and I'm pretty sure he's trying to intimidate us out of coming to the park, but it's not going to work! Although I will admit he's great at making us feel awkward! ;)

    You know, after re-reading this multiple times deciding on whether or not to post it since I don't like to post negative things on the blog I came to two conclusions.
    1. I said I wanted to share a short story about each photo in the project and that really is the story of the picture, good or bad.
    2. My writing and what I've briefly described doesn't really make the ranger seem as creepy and rude as the whole vibe he gives off in person does.

    Here are two silly outtakes from when I was trying to take a photo for this week's post. The kitties were determined to help, but ended up doing just the opposite. (as with all photos - you can click to make it larger!)
    Well, I'm off to enjoy the rest of my evening. It's been a fabulous day full of thrifting, good food, and amazing weather. Hope you all are having a great weekend!
    xoxo

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52 Weeks of Instax // Week 32


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52 Weeks // Week 31


    52 Weeks of Instax is a year long project celebrating the awesomeness that is the instax mini!
    Find more info on joining in (remember it's never too late in the year to do so!) here. When you get started be sure to share your photos in the flickr group.

    Week 31 // My little Beep Beep (that kitty has sooo many nicknames). This is the first photo taken with my new Instax Mini 50S. I just got it in the mail on Wednesday, but I must say I'm not 100% impressed yet. (I will most definitely give a thorough review of it, including photos comparing the 7S and the 50S, when I get a little more time with it.)

     Well, I hope you're all having a perfect weekend!
    xoxo

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52 Weeks // Week 31


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52 weeks of instax // week 28, 29 & 30

    Week 28 // Doctor Octopus lounging on the couch. This is probably the most common place and position you'll find him sleeping. He knows he's precious.
     Week 29 // Jumping with Elycia at the beach.
    Week 30 // I had a really awesome mail day on Tuesday and got three pairs of shoes. Two pretty floral ones from Forever 21 and some fancy new ones from Blowfish.
    It feels great to be completely caught up on this project! I'm excited to share my weekly photo with you each Sunday!!
    Hope you're having a great day! I'm on day two of my birthday weekend extravaganza (aka antiquing/thrifting/good food). Make sure to stop back tomorrow. There's a little bit of a blog party going on all this week (August 1st - 5th) but I'll tell you some more about that in the morning.
    xoxo

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52 weeks of instax // week 28, 29 & 30


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52 Weeks of Instax!

    It's been a while since I've blogged about the project I started back in January, 52 weeks of instax: one instax photo for each week of the year 2011. But that doesn't mean I haven't been keeping up. A few weeks ago I finally got around to photographing weeks 1-27.

    I even made a little gif to show them all off...
    From now on Sunday is my designated day to blog about the 52 weeks of instax project! Each week I'll share my photo from the week, maybe a little story about it, maybe even share some of my favorite photos from other people participating, just things related to the project.

    Remember it's never too late to join in! You can find an instax camera here, and more posts about 52 weeks here. Also, be sure to post your photos to the 52 weeks flickr group!!

    I'll be back later with weeks 28, 29 and 30's photos!
    xoxo

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52 Weeks of Instax!


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52 weeks!

    Sunday started week 7 in my 52 weeks of instax project! I've been staying caught up despite the fact I always forget to post them to my flickr page. I have yet to take this week's photo but I thought it was definitely past due for another post on the 52 weeks project.
    Week 1-6's photos.

    Here are some of my favorites from the flickr group! I love looking at everyone's photos!
    (via: nulka)
    (via: lauren)
    (via: baaarooke)
    (via: esmee)
    It's still not too late to start a 52 week project! If you'd like to join in you can read more here, and add your pictures to the flickr group. (Remember it doesn't have to be an instax project for you to add your photos to the group! We like any 52 weeks project! ;))
    xoxo.

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52 weeks!


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52 weeks of Instax!

    Yesterday started week two of 52 weeks of instax, and I took my picture already! I'm still really excited about this project. I have a new love for my instax, and feel super inspired. I have a hefty list of things I'd like to photograph for the project too.

    I started a flickr group for 52 week projects. It's called "52 weeks (of instax)". Why is "of instax" in parenthesis? Because the group is for any 52 week project you may have started, instax or not! So please, feel free to join and submit your pictures! I'll share a few of my favorites every few weeks on the blog!

    I also made some buttons for anyone participating in a 52 weeks project to post on their blog, website, tumblr, etc. Spread the word!



    52 weeks resources:
    Buy an instax mini.
    Flickr Group.
    52 weeks of instax original blog post with project ideas.


    PS. Don't forget, it's never too late to start a 52 weeks project! Feel free to start now, in a month, or even start in July!
    xoxo

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52 weeks of Instax!


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52 weeks!

    On our way home from a hike yesterday I thought of something I'd like to do; my 365 project except with instax photos instead of with my regular camera but I don't want the pressure of taking an instax photo everyday (taking instant pictures is so stressful to me, I always worried they won't come out as I hoped!) so I opted to do an instax photo every week instead.

    A 52 week photo project is just what it sounds like, one picture a week for the whole year. It would be perfect if you're not ready to commit to taking a photo everyday. Or your could even do it along side your 365 project like I'm going to do.

    Some fun 52 week project ideas:
    • weekly self portraits.
    • a weekly photo of your pet.
    • a weekly photo of your kid(s).
    • a weekly instax or polaroid photo.
    • a weekly peek into your craft space.
    • a weekly peek into your hometown.
    • a picture a week of what you're wearing.
    • a weekly photo that sums up your last seven days.
    • a weekly photo update of something growing (a plant, your hair, etc)

    Good luck if you're starting a 365 or 52 week project!
    (PS. It's never too late to start a 365 project, it doesn't have to be on the first of the year.)
    xoxo

    Psst. You can find my 365 photos here and 52 weeks of instax photos here, just in case I don't blog about them weekly. :)

    UPDATED1: Add your 52 weeks photos to the flickr group!
    UPDATED2: Find another post about 52 weeks here. It includes buttons to post on your blog. :)

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52 weeks!


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