A Spring Afternoon, Seen Through a Plastic Lens In Hyde Park
On a gentle spring day in London's Hyde Park, I carried two cameras: a modern Canon digital—and a plastic Holga, beloved for its quirks and unpredictability. The Holga’s soft focus, edge distortions, and manual simplicity offered something different: a way to let go of perfection and embrace surprise.
Analog Meets Digital in a Serendipitous Blend
This image frpom Hyde Park came from a black and white roll, later developed and scanned using my Nikon Coolscan in RGB mode. The result? Subtle color shifts and crossover tones—a golden tint that perfectly matched the scene’s mood.
Beneath the trees, a man lies peacefully on his back, while his faithful dog stands nearby. The soft rendering of the Holga gave the whole frame a dreamlike, almost painterly quality. It’s an image that quietly invites stillness and reflection—an ode to the unhurried beauty of spring.
Awards and Exhibitions
“Trees” Exhibition – A Smith Gallery, Johnson City, Texas (2021)
Available in a Limited Edition of 25, with 2 Artist Proofs.
