Before every person and his or her dog had two digital cameras to
the name (and an old superseded model in their bedroom drawer),
Polaroid and other instant cameras were the only way the world could
experience the magic of instant photographic gratification.
Not
only could photographers watch images appear like magic before their
eyes, they'd also be left with a one-of-a-kind, irrefutable record of
the world around them.
November 2008 marks the 60th anniversary
of the sale of the world's first ever Polaroid camera and while
the photographic community should be celebrating this achievement, the
mood is one of gloom rather than glee following the recent closure of
Polaroid's last remaining film production plant.
While recent
developments have filled Polaroiders with hope that they may continue
to enjoy the magic of instant photography, many have started preparing
for the worst, stockpiling Polaroid material to ensure they can
continue shooting the iconic white-bordered format for years to come.
Bittersweet November is one Polaroid fanatic's celebration of the medium.
Bittersweet November
running until 14th November 2008An exhibition curated by Max Veenhuyzen
Keith & Lottie Gallery
276 William Street
Northbridge
WA