They say photographers have their own unique photography style and way of seeing the world…I know I do! I tend to favor sharp and colorful images or at least I attempt to make them look that way. But with anything in life, sometimes you need to step out of your comfort zone to spark inspiration and creativity. That’s why I decided to purchase the “Dreamy Diana” lens from Photojojo. Right off the bat, I thought that perhaps I made a mistake in getting this plastic lens. The blurriness of the images taken with it is something I usually try to avoid altogether in my photos. But the whole point was to step out of my comfort zone and try something different – and step out is what I did. I dedicated an afternoon of shooting with this lens exclusively and you know what, it wasn’t so bad. Of course it will never replace my tack sharp 50mm, but I’m looking forward to playing around with this lens a little more often especially when the weather gets a bit warmer.
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Colorful and bright is so fun. Sometimes soft and blurry is pretty cool as well. I like these images a ton. I hope you have fun playing with your lens in the Spring! : ) Have the most wonderful weekend Maddy. Kaishon is in a play tomorrow. He has had a bad week at school. Gary has had a terrible week : ( Me too. Today I cried all day : (
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Certainly lives up to its name! Very dreamy pics… have a blessed weekend!
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Heyyyy! What a really stunning photos there!
Your decision is right, your new lenses makes all photos look amazing ;)
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I think different photos call for different treatments (for want of a better word). The stones in the pic on the bottom right look like marshmallows. :)
You’re right about having to step outside of our comfort zones once in a while. Have fun with your new lens. =)
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They’ve come out illusory the colours look super, I need to start using my Diana camera, though this lens is goood, especially when you can see the results on the SLR screen.
I see another photojojo lover here!? :) looking forward to seeing more of what you create outside your comfort zone !
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So dreamy! Hope you have a fabulous time playing with your new toy this weekend! ;)
WOW MAddy, the pictures turned out stunning! Love the rocks. ♥
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I like it…I like it a lot. I am a soft and dreamy kinda girl myself, but I also yearn for that sharp and contrasted look in a photo.
Keep on growing and stretching…it is def showing. :)
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Ah Maddy, what a fantastic lens/setting. I feel as if I am in a fairytale when I look at these photographs – there is such an ethereal quality to them. LOVE!! :)
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Looks a little whimsical to me! Sometimes you just wanna see the world in a dreamy state. I know I do!
I know, it’s so hard to try something you’re not used to, I definitely relate. I think they’re kind of cool though, but of course I love your work already :-)
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Beautiful images, they really are dreamy! I especially like the one of the rocks :)
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I think these pictures look really great! The ones of the trees are my favorite!
Such gorgeous photos, darling!
Wow!
xoxox,
CC
They look awesome! Definitely like something you’d see in a magazine or a professional publication.
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Dreamy indeed…I think it produces beautiful pics!
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love the pictures!
ohh my, I think they turned out amazing, though I a fan of “dreamy” photos! I want to hit the flea markets to get some vintage lenses, but first, I need an adapter… Pity the shipments costs so much because I would get dreamy diana lens too:(
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They are lovely and dreamy, but why don’t you just play around with the many blur modes? or am I missing something? Wishing you a lovely weekend, Maddy.
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Moving forward and making progress is always about stepping out of your comfort zone, so it’s good that you’re willing to go there. And I like the dreamy pictures, they instantly romaticize an image :)
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you know, i’m such the photo realist, but i do like this dreamy quality
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i love this sort of freamy hazy images… hope you’re having a fun weekend!
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WOW these really ARE dreamy. I’d like to blow one up and have it cover my entire wall. Wouldn’t that be cool??
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good for you…I think stepping out of your comfort zone is so important to any type of growth. I hope you have fund with your lens :)
I mean fun, not fund!
dreamy photos indeed! love the effects the lens have on everyday nature.
Eternally yours,
Stephanie
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Really love the composition Maddy..
Great photos..
photographers is all about been and feeling inspired.
Lee x
these pics are just wonderful and so different!
i love it! those lens were definitely a good purchase!
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ah…. very dreamy. I likey!
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I think the blurry images have a gorgeous, whimsical, floaty feel to them. I don’t think you should regret this purchase! It’s always good to step out of your comfort zone. :)
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I love your photos, for some reason I didn’t even think to go outside when taking photos to show how the Diana lens turned out. (Well, it was cold and I was lazy) I must play with my lens a bit more!
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The way the lens transforms the photographs is just beautiful. I haven’t used Photojojo at all or the lenses involved, but I may have to try!
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I’m so-oooo tempted….so very tempted to get this after you’ve introduced this to us! This is seriously amazing. I love the photos that you’ve showcased here.
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I think this is STUNNING! You have completely inspired me!! :)
I think they’re beautiful!!
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