Chevron Holga Camera D.I.Y.

Last year I designed this chevron holga camera for my shop! It was tons of fun and since we no longer produce them for the shop I thought I'd teach you how to make your very own. Holga cameras are classic toy cameras that take charming, unpredictable and imperfect photos. They are inexpensive and famous for beautiful "light leaks" that make photos special. They're one of my favorite toy cameras! Enjoy...

Here's how we painted our Holga: 1. Supplies needed- Holga Plastic Camera, masking tape, indoor/outdoor paint, paint brush, acrylic sealer (optional). 2. Tape off your camera in a chevron pattern! 3. Paint the exposed face of your camera. Be sure to use a small brush for detailed, clean edges. Repeat with more coats of paint if you need to. 4. Remove tape and touch up edges of the lines. Use a coat of acrylic sealer if you want for extra protection! ♥

I painted a bunch of Holga cameras for my wedding. I used these same supplies and method and added some handpainted details too! I hope you have fun painting your very own Holga camera! It's fun having a one-of-a-kind camera. XO. elsie

Comments

I wish I had a Holga to dress up! The cameras from your wedding are perfect. What a great idea :]

Posted by: Allison | January 12, 2012 at 06:44 PM

This is such a cute idea. I have a Holga at home that I can try this on. Thanks for sharing-- I always admired the ones you had in your shop.

Posted by: Vivianna | January 12, 2012 at 06:44 PM

adorable idea. i love the little bird sitting on the camera in the last photograph!

Posted by: The Parkers Blog | January 12, 2012 at 06:55 PM

So cute! It reminds me of the ones at Urban Outfitters right now.

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Posted by: Hillary | January 12, 2012 at 06:55 PM

I love Holga cameras. Do you think you'll ever share some of your shots? I would love to see them! :)

Posted by: Jennifer S. | January 12, 2012 at 06:59 PM

One of my new year's resolutions is to take at least 10 new photos every day (photography is super intimidating to me!). Any tips on diving into a Holga for a beginner?

Posted by: Meghan | January 12, 2012 at 07:19 PM

Totally cute. I have a hand-me-down Holga that could use some love. This is perfect!

Kate :)

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Posted by: Kate | January 12, 2012 at 07:38 PM

So adorable! I love how you made the cameras totally unique!
-Miranda

Posted by: Miranda | January 12, 2012 at 07:41 PM

how fun! i can't wait to do this! <3

Posted by: robbie. | January 12, 2012 at 08:17 PM

I've never heard of this type of camera...intrigued! Pinning for wedding idea!

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Posted by: Jaclyn T | January 12, 2012 at 08:29 PM