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

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

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

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

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!

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

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

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

Dredgers Union: Danielle and Sean: Caught on Film

I went out to photograph Danielle and Sean, owners of Dredgers Union, for Positively Cleveland’s upcoming issue. While shooting, I asked them if I can come back with some film for another session. They kindly agreed.
Dredgers is one-of-a-kind, especially here in Cleveland. They are part of the huge movement of local Cleveland folk moving back into downtown and doing it in a way that is both unique and great for our city. They design and create their own private label of apparel and home goods, using ‘domestically produced values’ and their amazing abilities. So far, it’s the only quality lifestyle store located in the heart of Cleveland, in the E.4th neighborhood.
Danielle and Sean are both super-amazing folks with a real love for our city. Check them out asap!
The following photographs were captured using a Polaroid 250 and a Canon filled with Ilford 3200. Yes, 3200 in the daytime. I love the grain!!

 

Polaroid Walk: August 2011: Ohio City

Ohio City offers some great old buildings, vintage architecture, interesting folks, and plenty of photo opportunities. We strolled this unique neighborhood a couple of weeks ago strapped with Impossible film and Polaroids, ready for anything.
Here are a select choice instant photographs from that day. We’ll announce another walk very soon – we’re shooting for early October. Stay tuned!

“Welcome Back Cleveland” Sept 25th at Greenhouse Tavern

Cleveland has found itself, and in a big way. It’s taken decades of searching, but our time has come. Cleveland’s back! The city is vibrant, colorful, and at long last, happy.

Along with The Greenhouse Tavern and The Impossible Project, we are excited to present “Welcome Back Cleveland, an Analogue’s Perspective”.
For you, we have a major night and some serious fun planned! Myself, along with 5 other outstanding photographers, will be presenting photographs at The Greenhouse Tavern on E. 4th Street. A rooftop party is happening, with music from Lost Jon and The Ghosts (they have played our parties in the past), a Polaroid photo booth, drinks, and plenty of great folk.
This is happening on the 25th of September, after the Browns and Indians both play (and win!).

For the past month we have been documenting Cleveland, both new and old, with Holga and Diana cameras. Those choice images will be on display, plus, on the day of the party, the 6 of us will hit the streets of Cleveland with Polaroid cameras. The photos we take that day will go on display at 6pm! Straight from the camera to the wall!
This is sure to be a true analogue party, which is not to be missed. The Greenhouse has the best food and drink in the city!
Here is the Facebook event page…
This beautiful poster was designed by Cleveland’s own, Anthony Zart.