Tag Archives: flash bulbs

another way to make money …

Posted on May 20, 2023 by Robert

Toronto. … with photography! Weegee in NYC last century seemed to find many ways to make money from his photography besides taking street photos at night of crimes, etc. –  like books and promotions. George Dunbar writes, “Weegee, one of … Continue reading →

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splish, splash, flash

Posted on February 27, 2020 by Robert

Toronto. In the mid last century, these bulbs and guns were all the rage. They were replaced by cheap electronic flashguns that also went through changes. The mid blue coating on the bulbs allowed outdoor colour film to be used … Continue reading →

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the shadow knows…

Posted on August 1, 2019 by Robert

Toronto. I remember as a child of seven or eight listening to radio dramas. One was called “The Shadow” and  his alter ego, “Lamont Cranston”. Like Cranston, the tell of a flash photograph with the flash gun mounted on a … Continue reading →

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a flash of brilliance

Posted on December 8, 2018 by Robert

Toronto. In the 1950s, amateur flash photos in colour were the big event of the decade.  Pictures could be taken indoors and in colour! To differentiate basically generic products, the makers promoted minor improvements as the next big thing. Sylvania … Continue reading →

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flash before electronic

Posted on January 22, 2018 by Robert

Toronto. George Dunbar sent me another bunch of ads the other day. This one from the December, 1951 issue of Popular Photography brings back memories. I was in grade nine high school and for Christmas I was given a new … Continue reading →

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PHSC Estate Auction Nov 19, 2017

Posted on September 11, 2017 by Robert

Toronto. Our annual fall auction will be an estate auction. While all people are welcome, we cannot accept any more lots. We do have many interesting and exciting pieces for the collector and film using affection-ado. Included are Leicas, Hasselblads, … Continue reading →

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