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Workshop Images

Scott Meivogel — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 20:43:30 +0000

We had our first workshop this past Saturday, Impossible No More. It was a smashing success! After the workshop we turned everyone loose on our still life’s and models. I want to share my personal photos from the day. I used PX70 (not the test film) and the new PX100 (test film). A huge thanks to our outstanding models, Anthony and Ashley, and an even larger thanks to all that came out!!

Best of 2011… Aperture’s Flickr Group

Scott Meivogel — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 17:58:10 +0000

2011… done.
so many great photos were uploaded into our Flickr Group (http://www.flickr.com/groups/aperturetremont/) and these are the best of the best.
only 10, but we could have added 20+ more.
we kept Aperture employees out of the loop, so these photos are entirely yours! great work folks!! outstanding.

Heather Sid: http://www.flickr.com/photos/54842772@N04/

Wes C: http://www.flickr.com/photos/69087959@N08/

Andy Jenkins: http://www.flickr.com/photos/ercodeblue/

Tim Logan: http://www.flickr.com/photos/13181641@N00/

Pamela Herrick: http://www.flickr.com/photos/photege/

Ryan Poorman: http://www.flickr.com/photos/ryanpoorman/

Cindy Long: http://www.flickr.com/photos/calong2009/

Steve Syd: http://www.flickr.com/photos/22417503@N03/

Cindy Long: http://www.flickr.com/photos/calong2009/

Tim Arai: http://www.flickr.com/photos/timarai/

Impossible No More… An Instant Workshop

Scott Meivogel — Wed, 04 Jan 2012 22:09:32 +0000

We are stoked to finally announce our first workshop, specifically a workshop dedicated to Impossible Project film and original Polaroid cameras.
The Impossible Project has been creating new film for the original Polaroid cameras for over two years now. With that new film comes a entirely new way of shooting. As one of the few and privileged Impossible “Partner Store Plus” spaces in the USA, we want to share our knowledge with you, and offer you an exclusive look at the new film, tricks, and tips.

During this hands-on workshop we’ll be covering techniques of working with Impossible film and vintage Polaroid cameras. Our workshop will be ran by Aperture owner and photographer, Scott Meivogel, plus Cleveland Polaroid expert, Tim Logan. Tim shot for our One Hundred Impossible Portraits event, and has been featured in Cleveland Magazine for his instant photography.

Finally, 1/3 of the workshop will be spent photographing two live models dressed in perfect vintage attire. You’re guaranteed to leave with photographs that’ll knock your socks off, taken with the latest Impossible film!! If you have your own Polaroid camera, please feel free to bring it. If not, we’ll have loaner cameras for you to use while you’re here. Just let us know in advance.

Registration is $39.99 and includes a pack of Impossible film. We’ll also have some drinks and snacks. Registration can be completed by calling 216-574-8977, or purchasing on our website FOUND HERE.

IMPOSSIBLE NO MORE… AN INSTANT WORKSHOP
SATURDAY, FEB. 4TH 2012 1PM-3:30PM

It’s Official… Our Darkroom is Now Open! Developing + Printing

Scott Meivogel — Wed, 14 Dec 2011 22:37:37 +0000

YES!!
No longer do you have to scan your negatives and digitally print your images. Give them the treatment they deserve!
We use eco-friendly chemicals, Ilford RC and Fiber-Base papers, and Omega enlargers.
You can ship your negatives to us, and of course, we’ll develop them and ship them right back.
Do you already have negatives you want printed? Great! Send them our way and we’ll ship you back the stunning prints.
4×6, 5×7, 5×5, 8×10 or 8×8… it’s your choice.
How?
Well, for now call the store (if you want to talk to someone) and we’ll go over the process. It’s very simple. We’ll email you a form to print and fill out, then send it along with your negatives and you’ll be set!
OR
Write us at aperturetremont@gmail.com and we’ll email the form. Read it over, follow the simple instructions and wait patiently by the mailbox. Please write DARKROOM REQUEST in the subject line.
We are so excited to be able to develop and print for you, the way it’s supposed to be done!

Polaroids with Sexy Santa and Mrs. Claus this Friday evening

Scott Meivogel — Wed, 07 Dec 2011 15:24:25 +0000

This Friday (Dec 9th) from 6pm-9pm join us at Aperture for a super-sexy photo shoot!
What is better than having your Polaroid photo taken with Santa and Mrs. Claus? Having your Polaroid taken with a SEXY Santa and Mrs. Claus, plus their SEXY elf friend!
As part of Tremont’s BrewHaHa night, we’re welcoming you into our warm analog headquarters for a night of Polaroid photos. Tell Sexy Santa and Mrs. Claus that you have been naughty all year and get a special prize! What is that prize? Well, that’s up to them!

Our story in Films and Grains… Impossible films

Scott Meivogel — Mon, 05 Dec 2011 18:28:18 +0000

If you would like to read the story, Mastering the Unexpected, we wrote for Issue #3 of Films and Grains you can click here.
It’s about the pleasure of shooting this “unexpected” film and the beauty that exposes, if shot the correct way. We cover all the film, up to the new PX70. It should help many of you, if you’re having trouble of course.

Click Here For the Story

New Gold Frame from Impossible Project

Scott Meivogel — Fri, 02 Dec 2011 19:51:14 +0000

soon to be stocked! check this stuff out!
i was sent two packs, one color, one bw. i went with the bw first, using a sx70, nd filter, tripod, and close-up lens.

Sale on our Holiday Camera Kit this Friday!

Scott Meivogel — Mon, 21 Nov 2011 16:05:01 +0000

Back again, the Limited Edition Holiday Camera Kit is a kit we created with The Impossible Project.
It contains a refurbished, original Polaroid 600 Series camera and a fresh pack of Impossible’s PX680 film.
This weekend only the Holiday Kits will be marked down from $99 to $79.
The box itself was designed by Anthony Zart, the same A. Zart that gave us his wonderful Grobin book series.
We only have 10 Holiday Kits this year, so get here on Friday or Saturday and make someone super-happy this season!

Anthony Zart’s Book Release: Grobin the Dog

Scott Meivogel — Sat, 05 Nov 2011 15:29:46 +0000

Friday, November 11, 2011 6pm
Anthony Zart’s Book Release!

For several years now, local artist Anthony Zart has been developing the kids book Grobin The Dog – nostalgic fare that gives a great-big nod to the classic two-tone animation of the 1920′s and 30′s. The books follow the titular character Grobin on small adventures told in verse with hand painted illustrations to accompany the stories.

Aperture will be hosting the newest release of the series Home Sweet Home. Along with the exclusive book release, guests attending can expect a ton of original artwork, 3-d models and sketchbook materials. Plus, parents and kids of all ages can enjoy themed-treats from Sweets by Melissa as well as Aunt N’ Abbeys Bakery.

This is a free event being held on Friday, November 11th, starting at 6pm.

Current Film Stock & Darkroom News

Scott Meivogel — Wed, 02 Nov 2011 15:03:55 +0000

Our DARKROOM is almost ready for processing and printing (with actual enlargers!), but for now, get yourself some beautiful film and shoot while you wait!
We will have a full service darkroom on-site. We’ll be able to process your 35mm and 120 film, plus print with stunning Ilford RC and Fiber Based papers.
Here’s what we currently have in stock:

35mm – Provia 100F (slide), Portra 160 & 400, HP5 Plus 400, Delta 100, Ektar 100, Lucky 200
120 – TMax 400, Provia 400X (slide), Portra 160 & 400, Delta 100/400/3200
Impossible – PZ680, PZ600 UV+, PX600 Black Frame, PX680, Softtone
Pack Film – Blue, Sepia, expired 664, Fuji 100C & 3000B
620 – Kodak Tmax 400 and Portra 400
127 – Efke 100