Mike Hess

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Abandoned places and empty signs.

Mamiya C3

Ilford FP4

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Champion Auto Repair

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Now Open.

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I have been experimenting with editing using Lightroom CC instead of Classic. I have edited the same photos across three different devices. I prefer using my desktop because it has a calibrated monitor. But, being about to edit from anywhere is nice.

Some diptychs. Mamiya C3. Ilford FP4.

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More abandoned places more photos with the Minolta 55mm.

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I am really enjoying using my vintage Rokkor lenses on my Canon EOS R. I still would like an 85mm. Plus the 58mm 1.2 looks amazing. I will need to try and find one.

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This convenience store was a landmark for decades. No gas. Just snacks, magazines, and cigarettes. The company was bought out by Marathon and this location didn’t make it. I’m sure it will be bulldozed soon, along with the motel that used to be next to it.

Canon EOS R. Minolta 55mm 1.7.

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Free Sparklers.

Trying out some new lenses and enjoying the process. Vintage lenses on modern digital is a great combo.

Minolta Auto W. Rokkor - HG 35mm f2.8

Minolta MC Rokkor - PF 55mm f1.7

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It's a boat. It might sink.

Grand Forks, ND.

MC Rokkor 55mm 1.7.

Canon EOS R.

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After fitting a vintage lens to my mirrorless, I think I have finally found the answer to my color film problems.

I enjoy editing digitally. But, I didn't like how my mirrorless lenses rendered scenes. They were too clinical and sterile. I realized I like the look of vintage lenses.

Mirrorless cameras have opened up a world of vintage glass. It is easy to mount any old 35mm lens and focus. The 10X zoom is great. I am able to focus exactly where I want.

Minolta MC Rokkor-PF 1:1.7 f=55mm. Canon EOS R

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This might be the most northern public, pay phone in lower 48. It still had a dial tone.

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Collection of broken appliances at a dump site. Lake of the Woods, MN.