The document provides an agenda for a Polaroid workshop. It begins with an introduction to Polaroid and an overview of its history. It discusses Edwin Land, the inventor of Polaroid film and cameras, and important milestones like the first Polaroid camera in 1948. The workshop includes hands-on sessions with Polaroid cameras and film, as well as tips for buying and storing film and photos. It concludes with ideas for creative uses of Polaroid photos.
26. 1943 - Idea for the Instant-Camaera
"Daddy, why can't I see the picture right away?"
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27. Video
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28. The First Polaroid Camera
• Presentation: 1947
• In Stores: 1948
• Rollfilm: 1948 - 1993
36. Infringement-Lawsuit
• 1976-1986
• 5 patents infringed
• Kodak had to stop selling
instant products & recall of all
cameras and film
• Fine: 925 Million USD
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68. Buying Tips - Polaroid 600
• Empty film pack
• Close-up lens or Autofocus
• eBay or Craig's List
• Flash
69. Buying Tips - SX-70
• Empty film cassette filled with old
Polaroids (motor, ejection cycle)
• Mirror
• Exposure
• Bellows
• Tip: Buy a tested and working cam