Honestly my biggest takeaway is the idea of "Are you $20 beautiful or $2 beautiful", it's a good way to look into both making sure you don't go overboard and spend all your exposures on one subject but ALSO giving yourself that latitude to live a little and not horde your precious shots. Set a budget for the subject so you already know you're going to do multiple shots and you stop being hesitant about taking another shot.
What a great guest who so well embodies what make this channel an unmitigated joy. Bret has that same neat mix of information and enthusiasm that’s so uplifting. And we live at a time when anything that lifts you is a priceless gem. Whenever I open RUclips and see a new video waiting it makes for an instant smile and then watching makes my day that bit brighter. Here’s for the day when the two of you can be in the same room/place making another episode.
Joan thank you so much!! Bret really did bring the kind of energy I try to put forth in these videos with every release. We just can’t get enough of this stuff and I think it shows. Next time we most definitely need to both be in front of the camera as I think the antics would be off the charts 😂 Cheers Joan!!
I just started shooting instant film and I have become absolutely obsessed! Seeing your videos just feeds my love for photography even more and I've fallen involve with the beauty of trial and error and never knowing exactly what you're going to get!
This dude is pretentious in the most gorgeous way possible. And I really mean that as a sincere compliment from the countercultured perspective. So much lovely advice has come from this 7 minute video that I will keep with me for the rest of my life. I came here for Neon sx70 tips, I now leave with the quintessential question for any upcoming photoshoot : is the shot 2 dollars beautiful or is it 20 dollars beautiful?
@@InAnInstant awe man, im humbly embarrassed now. I really could have used a better word than pretentious. What I really mean is that he is a conisseur of his own personal hobbies and profession. And I am also quite jealous of his collection as I finally have gotten back into the polaroid world and could finally afford a model one sx70. I also want to thank you for your channel, as that can go without saying. You are my go to encyclopedia for all things Polaroid. Love ya, dude. You inspired me to come back after a 10 year hiatus
I’ll pass along the updated sentiment! I think we both know what you meant and loved the wording (he added it to his IG bio)! Thanks for your kind words on the channel and I really love that it got you shooting again after a decade!!
Damn Ben ! I love this new series ! It's HUDGE for pretty much any businesses ! I'm looking forward for the next ones as I just shoot my first pack of 600 on my sweet slr680 last weekend. You both are pure inspiration. Shoutout to Bret and his freaking craft !
Okay, this was awesome. Bret is great on camera, and this is an awesome guide. The sunset shot in the thumbnail has an amazing mood, and it's kinda crazy how the best composed shot IMO is the one on the camera he didn't know how to shoot. also, guidebook on etsy when
Agreed, Bret slayed on camera!! I love how that RZ shot came out, def my favorite, those expired chemicals created such a perfect mood for this palette. Thanks Ben!!
That was fun! Bret is such a character! I enjoyed that very much... it hit all the right notes and he reminds us that the process is supposed to be FUN and not stressful! I'd love to see a video of the two of you together on one of these on-location shoots. The interaction and off-script ad-libbing would be memorable, I'm sure. --- Wishing you continued success, Ben! ⭐🌟✨🍷🍷
You’re so right Allen, we def need a video with us both on-camera because we are RAPID FIRE in the same room 😂, one day we’ll make that happen for sure! Thanks again Allen, you’re the best!!
This video.. Is the coziest, comfiest video I've seen today 😄 The polaroid shots, the warm charisma of Bret, - Oh and awesome idea with the prism filter too
Great vid, what a collab! Can we talk more about shooting through filters and what not? Watching this, I get a itch in the back of my brain, probably something from top model of ye old, about shooting from half smudged glass to get more light in frame, filling out the dark parts. If you know what I'm talking about, please hit us up with your juicey knowledge :) Oh, and I'll be looking forward to buying the finished book ofc! #bigforbusiness -wo a doubt!
Most definitely, for neon it’s not 100% crucial because for the most part you’re exposing for the light of the sign which will be an adequate shutter speed handheld. Slower shutter speeds will come into play without light sources as bright as neon, at which point you’ll definitely need a tripod.
It wouldn’t change anything, no! All about the metering, and in auto all versions of the SLR cameras should treat neon similarly (exposing for the brightness of it, if it takes up a significant area of the frame):
Very cool video! How do you set the light compensation dial for neon shots on the SX-70? Do you dial it for more exposure? Mine is not 600 modified so a tripod is a must. thanks! @myeyesmypolaroid
When it comes to the sx70 I tend to only shoot neon at dusk or on tripod. Dialing up the brightness can tend to cause too long of an exposure which can lead to blurry polaroid.
Awesome, i appreciate the video very much. I love the effect with this crystal prism. Where can i get this?? Greets from a Polaroid enthusiasm from Hagenbach in Germany 😉😇
Try and get as close to the neon as possible, the automatic light meters on the SLRs will tend to meter for the neon which is what you want. Worst case it slightly overexposes and you can dial down exposure compensation -.5.
If you were to use a Polaroid gen 2, what would be the best exposure level for it when taking neon photos? like at the highest level mid level or lowest?
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Bret: "I'm not made of money"
Also Bret: Shooting peel-apart on a Mamiya RZ67
Hahaha
@@bretwatkins6434 Silly question, but what do you mean by 30 degrees?
I was the silly one. I meant to say 1/30 of second, not degree. I was excited 🤫
I would buy an In An Instant guidebook for full price
Agreed, especially if it has a section talking about some of the new an old instant cameras
Honestly my biggest takeaway is the idea of "Are you $20 beautiful or $2 beautiful", it's a good way to look into both making sure you don't go overboard and spend all your exposures on one subject but ALSO giving yourself that latitude to live a little and not horde your precious shots. Set a budget for the subject so you already know you're going to do multiple shots and you stop being hesitant about taking another shot.
What an interesting video, love the guest stars! I always loved the look of neon on polaroid. Keep up the great work, Benny Bags and friends!
Bret has definitely passed the vibes test
Most def!! #vibecheck
The collaboration we’ve all been waiting for!
What a great guest who so well embodies what make this channel an unmitigated joy. Bret has that same neat mix of information and enthusiasm that’s so uplifting. And we live at a time when anything that lifts you is a priceless gem. Whenever I open RUclips and see a new video waiting it makes for an instant smile and then watching makes my day that bit brighter.
Here’s for the day when the two of you can be in the same room/place making another episode.
Joan thank you so much!! Bret really did bring the kind of energy I try to put forth in these videos with every release. We just can’t get enough of this stuff and I think it shows. Next time we most definitely need to both be in front of the camera as I think the antics would be off the charts 😂
Cheers Joan!!
I just started shooting instant film and I have become absolutely obsessed! Seeing your videos just feeds my love for photography even more and I've fallen involve with the beauty of trial and error and never knowing exactly what you're going to get!
This dude is pretentious in the most gorgeous way possible. And I really mean that as a sincere compliment from the countercultured perspective. So much lovely advice has come from this 7 minute video that I will keep with me for the rest of my life. I came here for Neon sx70 tips, I now leave with the quintessential question for any upcoming photoshoot : is the shot 2 dollars beautiful or is it 20 dollars beautiful?
Haha I love this comment, Bret is the absolute man, will make sure he sees this Artie!
@@InAnInstant awe man, im humbly embarrassed now. I really could have used a better word than pretentious. What I really mean is that he is a conisseur of his own personal hobbies and profession. And I am also quite jealous of his collection as I finally have gotten back into the polaroid world and could finally afford a model one sx70.
I also want to thank you for your channel, as that can go without saying. You are my go to encyclopedia for all things Polaroid. Love ya, dude. You inspired me to come back after a 10 year hiatus
I’ll pass along the updated sentiment! I think we both know what you meant and loved the wording (he added it to his IG bio)! Thanks for your kind words on the channel and I really love that it got you shooting again after a decade!!
@@InAnInstant ❤
That prism shot was so hot!
Love how passionate you are about it
Damn Ben ! I love this new series ! It's HUDGE for pretty much any businesses ! I'm looking forward for the next ones as I just shoot my first pack of 600 on my sweet slr680 last weekend. You both are pure inspiration. Shoutout to Bret and his freaking craft !
Heck yes, thank you from us both Dimitri!!
I love this dude’s passion for instant. Great channel.
Okay, this was awesome. Bret is great on camera, and this is an awesome guide. The sunset shot in the thumbnail has an amazing mood, and it's kinda crazy how the best composed shot IMO is the one on the camera he didn't know how to shoot.
also, guidebook on etsy when
Agreed, Bret slayed on camera!! I love how that RZ shot came out, def my favorite, those expired chemicals created such a perfect mood for this palette. Thanks Ben!!
I never knew I needed a video like this because it simply never crossed my mind- thank you so much for doing this 💚
I have both the in an instant & into the polaroids books 🙏🏽 great crossover episode!
Haha awesome thank you dude!!
This guy snaps!
He almost has no choice but to
@@InAnInstant Born to Peel
👌🏼📷🤌🏻
Close to your heart .. what a keeper ~
That’s what I’m sayin!! ❤️
Literally just got some awesome shots of neon signs last week, great tips and I can’t wait to try some new stuff!
I love the I bring everything approach
Is there really any other way? 😂😂😂
That was fun! Bret is such a character! I enjoyed that very much... it hit all the right notes and he reminds us that the process is supposed to be FUN and not stressful! I'd love to see a video of the two of you together on one of these on-location shoots. The interaction and off-script ad-libbing would be memorable, I'm sure. --- Wishing you continued success, Ben! ⭐🌟✨🍷🍷
You’re so right Allen, we def need a video with us both on-camera because we are RAPID FIRE in the same room 😂, one day we’ll make that happen for sure! Thanks again Allen, you’re the best!!
1:23 "I got MAMMAMIA"!
PASTA FAGIOLLLLLLI
@@InAnInstant Buonissssima! 👨🍳
Love the energy!
This video.. Is the coziest, comfiest video I've seen today 😄 The polaroid shots, the warm charisma of Bret, - Oh and awesome idea with the prism filter too
Such fun!!! I never shot neon ... now I have to go hunt for some in NJ!!!
There’s a ton of beauties in NJ! Have fun Brian!
God an instant guidebook would be so big for business
📈📈📈
you guys are awesome! i just saw your channel about polaroids and i loved it! please keep it like this. amazing content.
Thanks so much for the kind words!!
What an awesome video! I really need to venture out more so I can find gems like this sign. I guess I’m going to LA this weekend 😆
Half the fun is finding these beauts!!
Really nice guy! Messaged him last year about shooting neon, was super helpful
Super fun guy!
Wonderful video! I've been looking into night photography recently so this is a big help!! Keep up the great work (:
get bret on the show again fr dude rules
I def hope to!! Will be seeing him soon!
Thank you photography woody harrelson!
Great vid, what a collab! Can we talk more about shooting through filters and what not? Watching this, I get a itch in the back of my brain, probably something from top model of ye old, about shooting from half smudged glass to get more light in frame, filling out the dark parts. If you know what I'm talking about, please hit us up with your juicey knowledge :)
Oh, and I'll be looking forward to buying the finished book ofc! #bigforbusiness -wo a doubt!
Hello, with which camera was the photo taken from the second 0:44
My first polaroid. 600 close up
@@bretwatkins6434 ok i think shot polaroid one step SX-70 rainbow stripe
Woody Harrelson's brother Bret is a real treat.
Not sure if someone asked this yet, but did you use flash for these photos? What made you make your decision?
Great video ! Do you recommend a tripod also for low light shots?
Most definitely, for neon it’s not 100% crucial because for the most part you’re exposing for the light of the sign which will be an adequate shutter speed handheld. Slower shutter speeds will come into play without light sources as bright as neon, at which point you’ll definitely need a tripod.
@@InAnInstant will the fact I will be using my MiNT Slr670s change anything? Generally in auto mode it’s infallible 😎
It wouldn’t change anything, no! All about the metering, and in auto all versions of the SLR cameras should treat neon similarly (exposing for the brightness of it, if it takes up a significant area of the frame):
The Woody Harrelson of Polaroid!!!
😂
Where do i find that book? Or Video series?
❤great video
"What is this? A Crossover episode??"
#MrPeanutButterGang
Very cool video! How do you set the light compensation dial for neon shots on the SX-70? Do you dial it for more exposure? Mine is not 600 modified so a tripod is a must. thanks! @myeyesmypolaroid
When it comes to the sx70 I tend to only shoot neon at dusk or on tripod. Dialing up the brightness can tend to cause too long of an exposure which can lead to blurry polaroid.
I want to become this guy in my life!!!
If that guys attitude was any more infectious you would need to wear a mask 😆✌️
Haha Bret truly belongs on this channel!
I swear I’m CDC compliant
At the very least Y2K compliant
Awesome, i appreciate the video very much. I love the effect with this crystal prism. Where can i get this??
Greets from a Polaroid enthusiasm from Hagenbach in Germany 😉😇
Keep an eye out for these on ebay! retrospekt.com/products/spectra-filter-set
@@InAnInstant oh thanks a lot. I was investigating all the internet and i didnt found nothing. Thank you so much 😍
i liked this video for the content. i loved this video for 5:15
If woody harrelson and will forte had a love child who just so happened to take on a passion for photography that would be this guy
Lmaoo no argument here
🤣🥲🤣
Holy shit I’ve stayed at that Safari Inn in Burbank! Never thought I’d see it on my favorite RUclips channel. (It was cheap AF)
Wow that’s awesome 😂 crossover of the century right there
More guest stars! (Not that we don't also love you, Ben.)
If you love me so much ACT LIKE IT!! Jk ilysm ❤️
can we talk about packing instant cameras? which bags do you use to carry all of them with you???
I’m a big fan of HEX. They are an LA based company. Love the design and fits folding cameras oh so well
Unit portables is a good make. Their Polaroid bag is fab.
Wish I had some neon in my area to shoot!
Keep looking!! You will find the glow.
@@InAnInstant hopefully! Thank you!
I nearly shat myself when I saw the Rezivot kit is $4,000. It’s such a good idea, but DAMN. Great video, though.
Haha not 4000 USD thank goodness!!
I missed the part talking about the lighting dial for non Mint Polaroid cameras 🤔
Try and get as close to the neon as possible, the automatic light meters on the SLRs will tend to meter for the neon which is what you want. Worst case it slightly overexposes and you can dial down exposure compensation -.5.
What is a model B?? A non-sonar SX chassis with time machine and takes i-type?????
All the info about the Model B can be found here! retrospekt.com/products/model-b-600-converted-camera
Didn't find this in the first 5 comments so here it is: This guy looks like Woody Harrelson. There.
This is a simple fact!
I think you should really check out mr_uglyface on instagram, he has done so many cool neon shots as well
Indeed I follow Mr. Face!
If you were to use a Polaroid gen 2, what would be the best exposure level for it when taking neon photos? like at the highest level mid level or lowest?