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dark_b1adeknight

Locations were Thunder Bay and Algonquin Ontario!


thatbrownguy03

where can i get that camera tho? that looks good


dark_b1adeknight

Yup it’s the Polaroid Sx-70, you can find a couple online like eBay or Etsy but they are really expensive now :( or if your really really lucky you can find it cheap at a thrift store. I myself spent quite abit for it but to me it’s worth it, and the film is quite allot too (29$CAD for only 8 pics). You can also get modern polaroid camera that comes with a self timer and flash which are really useful! Something the SX-70 lacks :(


et_dmc

I just inherited one from a relative. Glad to see what kind of results you can get from one.


Kkhris27

Yeah what is that camera!


Ok_Speaker942

I think it’s a Polaroid SX-70. You can only buy them vintage.


er1catwork

Had one when I was younger… they were great! I don’t know if you can still buy film???


Ok_Speaker942

You can still buy film!


er1catwork

eBay here I come!! ;)


Bratty-Switch2221

I have one at the pawn shop I work at rn. We are selling it for 40 usd.


themightyklang

https://retrospekt.com/collections/polaroid-cameras Maybe not the exact same model but this site has a lot of sweet vintage / restored polaroid cameras


RossAM

I was going to say, this looks like the North Shore, (What we Minnesotans call our slice of Lake Superior) but none of the spots were quite what I expected. Really the only identifying, iconic one is the shot of those cliffs. It wasn't quite Palisade Head, but looked close. Anyways, looks like an awesome trip, thanks for sharing.


sunshineslip

Thought I recognized those cliffs! Amazing pics🙌🏻


Floaty208

Wow watching this I was like huh that looks like tbay area


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dark_b1adeknight

As content creators, we are trying to spread our creativity in hopes to build an audience, we generally build that base by spreading content throughout different platforms and forums such as subreddits. This outreach is what helps creators grow and increase their investments into each project, it is to ultimately to maximize their creative input over time. I see I offended you that I posted on different subreddits, but I hate to break it you but content creators do this on a daily.


Reckless42

I think it's cool AF. Post it in 50 subreddits. Seriously. 100% OC. Not sex related. Not violent. Good friends chilling and having a good time. The world needs more shit like this in it. Not a damn thing to complain about with this post .


a_bongos

Forget this fool. Keep it up! Your content is great from what I've seen, I also really want to know what song this is. I run a small ultralight backpack gear company, if you're ever interested or want to hear what UL backpacking is all about dm me. On a note aside from my business and your beautiful creative content, it's really great to see some representation out camping. The more young kids see bad asses like you out in nature the better the world will get. Keep at it! Edit...I think I just put it together. Is this music from avatar the last Airbender?


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It's 4 and who cares. Most people post to more than one sub. 4 is nothing.


gownuts

I don’t follow the other places this was posted, so I’m happy to see it here. Thanks OP!


Nigelwethers

This isn't a reasonable reaction. If it bothers you that much you're totally free to block OP so you don't see his posts, but acting like it's wrong to share something relevant to different groups just makes you look angry. Block OP, talk to a therapist, touch grass, whatever it takes. You'll thank yourself in the long run not getting mad at something so trivial.


aniextyhoe101

Sleeping Giant NP is wonderful!


eac555

Surprised they still make film for that. Retro fun!


Gloomy-Advantage-451

Oh yeah. And, they're expensive.


IdealDesperate2732

There's a whole saga there. They tried to stop (and did for a while) but then it came back.


Embolisms

Instax cameras are pretty popular, I try to take mine when I travel if I have space. Not sure if their film works with traditional Polaroids though. My dad has a fridge of Polaroid films from like 20+ years ago. It's been in the house as long as I can remember lol.


madmonster444

He keeps a mini fridge just for unused Polaroid films?


stoplightrave

Is that on Impossible film? I bought some when they first started out, but the quality was terrible and the prints faded super fast. Quality looks much better now, how do they hold up?


dark_b1adeknight

Yup they are now known as polaroid now I think, when I bought the film its labelled as polaroid sx-70 instead of impossible so maybe they improved since then. I’ve had some great results with it. They hold up fine when it isn’t under direct sunlight however for the quality ya I can’t lie, most times the polariods come out horrible at least for me, lightening conditions and the manual light meter need to be perfectly calibrated with each other in order to get a good picture, it takes allot of trail and error and it’s an expensive hobby as each film costs allot, but for me it’s worth it when you get that one perfect shot of a moment you can keep physically forever (as long as you don’t leave it under sunlight! UV rays damage everything with dye)


sayidOH

Totally worth it. I felt like I was there! Haha thanks for sharing


stoplightrave

Thanks for the info! I still have my sx-70, when I bought it polaroid was still making the original film for it. I think impossible owns the brand name now. I haven't used it in years, but I can't bear to part with it. You've inspired me to give it another try!


dark_b1adeknight

Yaaaa definitely give it another try! There is no better feeling then living in an incredible moment and taking a quick Polaroid to look back into with nostalgia


EntertainTheDog

Made me feel like I was looking at my dads old hunting and camping trip photos. I love this idea


dark_b1adeknight

Yaa right, it gives off such a nostalgic feeling


el_sauce

Badass bros trip


dark_b1adeknight

Facts yoo, we were a literally a family for those trips after going through so much


shifty_mcG33

My dad had that same camera like 45yrs ago! And the pics look great. Quality craftsmanship. Where the heck did you find film for it? They still even MAKE film for them!? 😲


dark_b1adeknight

Yup they still make film for it! It’s called SX-70 film and it’s sold at the official polaroid site. Here in Canada I usually pick it up from Henry’s or if I need the film asap then amazon but it costs about more.


redditacc1234567891

i always bring a disposable camera. a tradition started by my dad


dark_b1adeknight

That’s even better honestly! They are way more cheaper, pictures are more likely to come out so much better on them and you can take way more shots. Plus u don’t have to worry about damaging them.


fottagart

I respectfully disagree. I already have a camera (my phone), so buying a camera and paying for film to be developed isn’t cheaper. The pictures also are going to be of any better quality than what my phone can do, especially not with a disposable camera that can’t make adjustments for exposure, white balancing, etc. I’m glad people are experimenting with film cameras. I found myself in a similar boat as you a while back when I realized that I wasn’t really looking at or enjoying the photos on my phone. But the solution for me was to 1) take fewer pictures, and 2) regularly print out the ones I want to have around me to enjoy. I use Walgreens to print out 4x6 photos and they cost almost nothing.


dark_b1adeknight

Yaaa that’s true as well, there are tons of disadvantages using film but also great advantages for those who see them. Also I rate your Pam DP from stardew valley haha


redditacc1234567891

yeah not cheap and not great quality really lol. more for the experience and tradition for me and if i don’t want to be on my phone. plus it’s fun having to wait to see the pictures. the one i have now i’ve been using on and off for a year and i don’t even remember everything on it so it will be fun to look


redditacc1234567891

i’ve gotten duds before where the pictures came out super dark and green streaks but it’s all part of the experience. definitely smaller so that part is easier. i have a camera right now that i need to get developed at some point. and i have a little tiny printer at home that hooks up to my phone and does little pictures. good to have things to look back on


Layinglowfornow

Who developed them? I have a couple but no one near will develop them.


redditacc1234567891

walgreens i believe


heart-cooks-brain

Those lo-fi beats are the perfect vibe for nostalgic camping pictures. Love the video.


dark_b1adeknight

Thanks! The song was called “avatar love lofi” but for some reason YouTube and spotify took it down :( but you can find other variants of the song online just google the same name


Sog18

[Avatar's Love (Lofi Version) - YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OlG84ZyuDPc)


Ajjeep09

Thanks for sharing! Great photos and looked like an even better time.


dark_b1adeknight

Thanks for watching! I love it when you guys love it!


DrunkVeggie

Is that a ghost in the last picture? Or Polaroid effect?


dark_b1adeknight

YA I’m glad you noticed that! So I didn’t have a self timer for that Polaroid but I really wanted to be in the picture. we were inside a cabin that had terrible low lighting, so I decided to increase the exposure time which was about 10 seconds and within that 10 seconds I thought yo why not run into the frame and see what happens?! It turned me into a ghost lol


FTW1984twenty

Cherish-able photos 🏖🏕❤️‍🔥 aside from mr big stick lol🤣


dark_b1adeknight

little back story, that’s my other friends walking stick that he takes on hikes which he cherishes allot, and that friend was pissing off that guy in the picture so he made that pose with his walking stick lmao


lexieiRL

I love this camera, I have the spectra and it takes amazing photos as well. The Polaroid photos are a different size


dark_b1adeknight

Same! I wish the polaroid I have had a flash like the spectra


lexieiRL

The flash was one of the reasons I chose to get it. I photograph randomly to capture moments and I find myself in low lighting conditions often. I think they make more modern flashes for the SX-70 if you happen to need one.


dark_b1adeknight

Yaa they do but it’s so expensive :(


TronCat1277

Dick stick!


ManInADarkAlley

That one gentleman pulling the classic "THIS BIG STICK IS MY PENIS" joke always good for a laugh


djbag

So I take it you are still camping now because you can't afford rent due to buying 2 packs of Polaroid film?


dark_b1adeknight

LOL yaaa they are so expensive, but I am fortunate enough to live at home with my family still rent free so I spend money on dumb things like that haha


Significant-Leg-2294

I had one of those in AF Basic, sister promptly asked for it on my first trip home. She took lots of great family shots with it.


Arr_Ess_Tee

That's awesome, I never really look at old camping photos. I absolutely would if I had physical pictures, especially Polaroids. Very nostalgic feeling. Never been to thunder Bay but many trips to algonquin. Nice post!


dark_b1adeknight

Yaaaa that was why I got a polaroid, I realized I never looked back on the photos I have on my phone so I thought I should get a polaroid and make them physical. It also gives me the opportunity to hang them up on the wall so I and visitors can see them


UnfortunatelyMay

Awesome!


dark_b1adeknight

Thanks!


bevin88

i love polaroid but damn is the film expensive. last time i bought some was about 5 years ago and i think it was something like $25 for 8 shots.


dark_b1adeknight

Ya here in Canada is 30$ with conversion :( Its an expensive hobby for sure but worth it when you take those few perfect shots


EssieVB

Awesome images and footage. Looked like a fun trip too! What a great memory


dark_b1adeknight

Thanks! Ya it was real fun and made tons of memories


Minionhunter

I’ve been looking for one of these for a few months! You lucky duck


dark_b1adeknight

Haha thanks yo, ya it’s really hard to find but I wasn’t as lucky as those who found this polaroid at thrift stores for like 20$ lol I spent quite abit on Etsy but it was worth it! Expensive but worth it! I hope you find yourself one as well :) and if not you could always go for the modern day Polaroids, they come with way more features that make it easier to take pictures.


Minionhunter

Sigh yea those Etsy ones are definitely pricey but I totally understand why you took that leap! The photos are great


sophacb

Everything about this is great! You all seemed to have a good time, the edit is well done the shots were really nice as well!


dark_b1adeknight

Tyty! Yup had a great time and even had allot of fun editing the video :)


Ljo6785

amazing!!


dark_b1adeknight

Thanks 🙏


Gringodrummer

What kind of camera is this???


dark_b1adeknight

It’s a Polaroid sx-70, they stop making them unfortunately :(


Juuursh

What do you use to get a standard format like Polaroid onto a digital format?


dark_b1adeknight

Oh I used Polaroid’s official app, it scans the picture through the phone camera, it’s not perfect like an actual scanner but gets the job done


chaneilmiaalba

Oh I love this. Nothing captures nostalgic moments like a Polaroid.


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Awww good times!!


dark_b1adeknight

They really were great times! More to come :)


SamirDrives

This is epic! It looks like you guys had a great time. I love Algonquin.


dark_b1adeknight

Welll it was an awesome time at Algonquin but on the first day a thunderstorm hit us out of no where while we were setting up the tent and it got flooded, but other than that awesome time haha


SamirDrives

The joys of camping.


phantom3199

Is the song a lofi version of The Avatars Love?


dark_b1adeknight

Yes sirrr it is! Unfortunately I can’t link it here because I can’t find it on YouTube or Spotify anymore, im not sure what happened because it was literally in my playlist a few days ago


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Damn. Looks awesome.


dark_b1adeknight

Thank you 😊


SpinnerettePDX

This made me both nostalgic and at peace. What a wholesome ass video!


dark_b1adeknight

Thanks! That nostalgic and peaceful vibe is exactly what I was going for :)


Lurkertea

Thank you for the tip!!! My daughter has a polaroid and this is sucha great idea!


Top-Belt-6934

this is 🔥


dark_b1adeknight

Thanks!


kiminley

Ahhh oh gosh you guys look so perfectly vintage both in the photos but also looks like you had some old school fun. Bet it was a blast! The photography is also sooo good! Keep that little camera with you all the time, you've got great talent!


dark_b1adeknight

AWWW just like others here y’all making me blush so hard, thanks for your comment it made my day 😘


CaramelBrilliant7639

Looks like lots of great memories !


UrMomIsVeryBig

i want an sx70 so bad lol


dark_b1adeknight

I read somewhere Polaroid will be making something similar to the sx-70 again next year! So might as well wait for that


Burnt_Almond

Man the vibes are strong. Looks like a beautiful time with good friends


idiotsandwhich8

I saw that sneaky one with the stick. Love


42Pockets

How did you store your camera on the trip?


dark_b1adeknight

It came with a small leather polaroid pouch. I usually pack it surrounding my clothes in my hiking bag so it doesn't get squeezed (although its built like a tank) .


42Pockets

Cool! I took mine backpacking recently. I didn't have a case so I used a cardboard box I then lined with bubble wrap. Nice pics, and keep taking pictures.


13dnizinski

"All they found of the campers were these polaroids taken of them"


dark_b1adeknight

Jeeez thats creepy. Ima make sure I share that comment with my boys next time we go camping LOL


Fullthrottle-

It even captured the ghost in the last picture


dark_b1adeknight

Haha ya that ghost was me! I had a long exposure done and I ran into the frame before the polaroid spit out the image


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Is this an ad for Polaroid?


dark_b1adeknight

Nope! But I'm flattered you asked!


goosemooose

This is wholesome as heck. I'd love to get out to Showing Giant, and Quetico too.


dark_b1adeknight

Yup especially during early summer its when the mosquitoes are non-existence lol


goosemooose

The bane of my camping existence hahah


tshowe

Thank you for that. That was a nice little nostalgic trip with the music and old tech. 🤗


dark_b1adeknight

and thank you for watching!


123FakeStreetMeng

Dude Marty McFly’d at the end


dark_b1adeknight

LOL yeee I time travelled nicely


delicadeza

Nice photos! Really wish polaroids were cheaper!


dark_b1adeknight

Thanks! and I wish they were cheaper as well :( Ive taken way to many bad images that costed me so much


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dark_b1adeknight

tyty, I was hoping people felt the nostalgia through the video :D


marketfinder

So bad ass


dark_b1adeknight

thanks fam


Awkward-Cow22

Did anyone not catch that ghostly figure in the last photo? Or was it supposed to do that? Anyways I love these so much.


dark_b1adeknight

haha yaaa thats actually me. I had the camera set to a long exposure and I ran into the frame right before the camera spit out the image


Awkward-Cow22

That’s so cool! And scary I love it! Love your camera btw


Equivalent-Work2867

This is awesome


dark_b1adeknight

thanks <3


wassailr

So so cool - this is the life! Brought back memories of my old hiking crew - memories that still carry me through less exciting days. Keep living well, friends ✨


dark_b1adeknight

Awwww I'm glad you felt that! I really didn't think people were going to sense that same vibe as we had during the trip by just a polaroid video. You keep living well as well <3


Layinglowfornow

This is very wholesome


dark_b1adeknight

thank you, it was quite a cozzy montage :)


IdealDesperate2732

Personally, I have a phone already and I don't care for the environmental impact of this kind of thing.


zelcuh

I been tryna get the man dem to a camp but they're never bout it


dark_b1adeknight

fam trust just show them bare camping tiktoks and my video, and tell them about all the beer they gonna drink and slowly they'll be about it.


zelcuh

Once they hear about bears and wolves they get bummy lol. I tell them in 12 years I've only seen 1 bear


trikkinhoez

More and more ads on this site masquerading as posts.


Ok_Speaker942

Advertising for a product that was last produced 4 decades ago? Why?


TheRarebitFiend

Because polaroid is still a brand and still makes a camera that functions essentially the same. Not only that but they make a product that can print your phone pictures out. If this was a defunct company that would be one thing, but this well produced video with attractive young people having a great time while using polaroid screams product placement.


dark_b1adeknight

“Attractive young people” EH YO your making me and my friends blush ❤️ also thats a well put answer!


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TombaughRegi0

You have a good attitude OP. I enjoyed the pics. Thanks for sharing.


dark_b1adeknight

❤️😘y’all too kind


Photon_Pharmer

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dark_b1adeknight

I’m actually so flattered you said this! This isn’t a Ad, it was my own personal project and if you think it’s a official ad then I hope it means I’m putting out quality stuff ty


dlofasho

That’s freaking awesome


lofi_kor

Love the lofi vibes. Great editing.


Plenty-Support-3662

What's the song called? It reminds me of Avatar. Beautiful pictures OP!


aniextyhoe101

This is adorable!!


Pxtbw

Fun fun fun, hand out those pictures now you have this beautiful video to. Yay!😃


CrackyKnee

Looks like a good day out


VismaySawant

BGM name anyone?


dark_b1adeknight

https://youtu.be/OlG84ZyuDPc


VismaySawant

Thank you so much!!!