Everybody's got a polaroid story

The last decade has been a tough one for Instant Photography. in 2008, when Polaroid stopped film production people were angry. I know, i was one of them. Maybe you were too. But thanks to companies like Impossible Project and Fuji and Lomography and newer ones like Mint and New 55 the renaissance of instant film is here and-fingers crossed- not going anywhere fast. "Shake It: A Modern Polaroid Love Story" is an hour long radio show that get's to the heart of why so many people can't let polaroids go. it's filled with historical tid bits, interviews with artists and the folks who are literally keeping instant film alive, and the sweet sound of a newbies first polaroid. Plus- to shake or not shake? Listen and find out.   

NEW KID ON THE BLOCK

The Impossible I-1 hit the shelves on May, 10 and is making a splash with manual control that has been unheard of for instant cameras  until now. A flash ring opens the doors for softly lit portraits, an app turns your phone into a remote trigger, and now instant photographers will have full control over aperture and shutter speed. The good folks at Impossible Project also released a brand spankin' new-and cheaper!- film designed for the I-1.  Read more about this new bad ass, plus an easy-to-understand explanation of the crazy chemistry that goes into making instant film.