Here is a sampling of some of my Polaroid image transfer work. Most of what I do is "live" image transfer portraits on the streets of New York City. I shoot with old (50s - 60s) Polaroid professional land cameras, converted to take modern professional pack film. Then I immediately transfer the emulsion to archival (100% cotton rag, acid-free, 140lb.), hand-torn watercolor paper. It is through this process that such interesting effects occur. I get softened colors, emulsion bubbles, funky borders, and all varieties of curious results. The final outcome is a gorgeous one-of-a-kind (there's no possibility of re-printing), richly textured, antique-looking print that almost looks painted.

If you would like me to shoot your portrait, email me.

I also offer other image transfer items/services, including:

  • shooting guests at events/parties
  • custom (digital) enlargements
  • gift cards with envelopes, including custom gift cards/invitations/announcements made to order
  • custom image transfer prints of your own pictures/images

NOTE: Since Polaroid ceased production of its film, this process is a dying art...particularly the "live" street portraits. I still have a small stockpile of Polaroid film to carry on this precious technique. (Fujifilm still produces instant film, but the chemistry is different as are the process and results.)

Enjoy!
Randy Kato



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