PUBLIC MARKS with tags photography & papercut

DIRKON – THE PAPER CAMERA During the 1970s, magazines published in Communist Czechoslovakia were controlled by the state, like the majority of other enterprises. Very few good magazines were available and were difficult to get hold of, so people would borrow and exchange them when given the opportunity. This also applied to magazines aimed at young people, which was probably one of the reasons why almost everyone from my generation, when we get on to the subject of pinhole cameras, has fond memories of the cut-out paper camera known as Dirkon*, published in 1979 in the magazine ABC mladých techniků a přírodovědců [An ABC of Young Technicians and Natural Scientists].

Oubliez un peu votre ordinateur ! Téléchargez, imprimez et construisez votre propre sténopé, conçu exclusivement avec les images et illustrations de Corbis. Suivez les instructions et amusez-vous bien.

Take a break from your computer! Download, print and build your own pinhole camera, designed exclusively with Corbis images and illustrations. Follow the printed instructions and enjoy.

Allen's photographs are inspired by his childhood experiences with pop-up books and View-Masters. He begins his process by cutting figures and images out of illustrated pages of old books and vintage fiction novels. Allen then cleverly rearranges and juxtaposes the forms to create three-dimensional scenes. Next, he carefully lights his subjects and photographs the scenes.

A great way to learn about the fundamentals of light, optics, and photography, the Hole-On Ex is a make-and-shoot 35mm pinhole camera kit. Each kit comes complete with all camera parts printed on heavy, durable cardstock. A metal pinhole aperture is included. Simple and easy assembly requires only glue, a ruler, and pencil, and it can be ready for shooting in less than two hours. Uses standard 35mm film (not included). Recommended for ages 10 and up, younger with adult help.