We have a huge love affair with Polaroid® and used to spend tons of money sourcing expired cartridges of 600 film. The camera gods must have listened to all of our prayers for instant gratification because the company has officially resurrected as Polaroid® Originals and is even offering a brand new upgraded version of their infamous One-step camera. The One-Step 2 offers a sleek new design and features a built-in flash which was painstakingly absent in the prior model. Long gone are the days of trying to stock up on film at inflated prices or paying absurd amounts of money on the cameras themselves. Hopefully this time the company (even though they’re now owned by Impossible®) will continue to produce products for todays culture while still implanting the same formula that made them timeless. We’re literally eagerly twiddling our shooter fingers waiting for our cameras to come. We’ll be sure to give you a comprehensive review upon their arrival.
- Staff
Polaroid
Camera
Film
Jana styled in vintage Acne.
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Jana
Vintage
Acne
Tayna stopped by for a quick test shoot. Amazing energy and full of laughter!
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Tayna
Test-shoot
Hollywood
After watching the new Saint Laurent video featuring Kate Moss, there’s only one thing to be said, she’s still got it! You can watch it here.
- Staff
Saint-Laurent
Kate-Moss
Video
I’m an avid believer in surrounding yourself with those that add positivity, prosperity and most importantly, creativity to your life. From a young age my mother preached that old saying, “you are who you hang out with”. Wiser words have never been spoken when it comes to living in Hollywood. It’s so easy to get consumed by the evils that dwell in the lights that we begin to become stagnant. And that my friends, is a very easy self-inflicted wound that us creatives walk into. Which brings me to this night at the Beverly Hills Hotel. It wasn’t a rager. There wasn’t bottle service tables or a queue outside. It was on a word of mouth basis amongst young and old artists, socialites and creatives that just knew where to be. I can’t express to you enough how important these types of encounters are, especially if you’re trying to claw your way into the inner circle of the movers and shakers that have been playing in the art arena for years. This was the first time I met a lot of these people (I’m sure you know who they are, if you don’t, research) but there was one encounter that stood out to me. As we sipped the last drink of our champagne and said goodbye to everyone, I turned to walk away as Dylan Rieder was walking in with Sky Ferreira. We only spoke briefly but that dudes energy was so contagious and inspiring that it truly changed me forever. So what’s my point? Spend time and interact with those who will only elevate your viewpoint and mindset on whatever it is that you’re trying to achieve. There’s no love in the club, only meaningless encounters and broken facades. If you’re the hardest working guy or girl in your circle, get the fuck out and find a new one that will push you to the next level. It’s always fun to party, but the true measure of ones success should be calculated by a ton of small accomplishments that you achieve in a small window of time. Succeed daily!
- Danny Steezy
The-Beverly-Hills-Hotel
Life
Art
Being able to constantly photograph my friends throughout the years is something that I don’t take for granted. It’s amazing to look back and see the honesty and progression that has evolved. Not only on their position in society but also the uncompromising happiness that they’ve grown into. Their style and the way they carry themselves develops just as my photographs do, and in turn that gives us this connection that stands the test of time.
- Danny Steezy
35mm
Film
Roxy-Ferrari
There’s no other way of capturing the true essence of photography like clicking the shutter button while a roll of black and white film is loaded in your camera.
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35mm
Film
Black-and-white
Whenever Kate and I hangout it always turns into a random shoot. Nothing is ever planned. I just end up throwing her clothes to put on and within a matter of seconds we have a few frames in the camera. The best aspects of our dynamic is that we completely trust one another and we don’t take shit too seriously. I mean, if you’ve ever hung out with us you’d say we’re easily the two most annoying individuals when we’re together. Somehow that makes shit fun. I suppose that’s the natural progression over years of having to deal with each others odd sense of humor. In other words, Kate rules and I’m glad I’ve been able to document our friendship. Oh yeah, check out 10Deep too. They’re pretty neat as well.
- Danny Steezy
Kate-Compton
10Deep
Here’s some unpublished images of one our favorite girls. Jessica is one of those free spirits that allows the essence of who she truly is to shine through in all that she does. Unapologetic and proud of the person standing in front of the camera, you can’t help but to experience a bit of magic when you’re in her presence.
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Jessica-Allen
Test-Shoot
Whenever people visit our studio, they’ll be in mid conversation as this track list comes on. They pause and then immediately ask us where they can find this amazing mash up. Well, now you can listen to it right here. Enjoy!
- Staff
Soundcloud
The-XX
Notorious-Big
Music