instant photography
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of instant photography
First recorded in 1975–80
Example Sentences
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Samaras discovered instant photography in 1969, but it wasn’t until 1973 that he could begin what he called his “Photo-transformations”—physically distorted Polaroids.
The Instax Mini 99 by Fujifilm is great for a dad who just wants to have fun with instant photography.
From Seattle Times
In this landmark 1952 publication, Cartier-Bresson outlined his preference for instant photography and dubbed himself “the velvet hand” with “the hawk’s eye”.
From The Guardian
According to Polaroid President and CEO Scott W. Hardy, while instant photography may have left the limelight, it never really disappeared.
From Slate
As the popularity of 35mm photography declined and digital took off, there was always a strong demand for the instant photography experience, Hardy said.
From Slate
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