So nerd out on this one.
Self portrait in red rubber gloves gloves 🥊 holding a
#VAGEESWARI INDIAN-MADE 4¾ X 6½" PLATE FIELD CAMERA, C. 1950S.
*shot on
Nikon z7ii +100mm 2.8 macro
Using a #THORNTON-PICKARD: '4¾ X 6½" TRIPLE-EXTENSION FIELD CAMERA, C. 1904 as a lens.
Clearly I had some time on my hands today
This photograph is bursting with creativity and intrigue! The use of the vintage camera as the focal point, paired with the dynamic movement of the hair and bold red gloves, creates an arresting juxtaposition of old and new. The textured frame and slightly grainy effect add layers of nostalgia, while the composition feels intentionally rebellious, almost like a commentary on the act of photography itself. It’s raw, experimental, and full of energy—an image that challenges the viewer to look deeper. Fantastic work!