[MOC] Snapshot Memories - Vintage Camera

[Umbra-Manis]

Snapshot Memories

 

Last year I started designing a model of a vintage film camera, not based on any one specific model or company, but trying to capture the primary features of a classic SLR. During the design process I wanted to integrate something to make the model more than just "another camera", which is where the idea came to include little vignettes or memories as I've come to call them that fit inside the camera.

The back of the model opens up to reveal a film canister and the slot for a 4x8 vignette. The viewfinder also has a slot behind it for a printed tile representing what is being seen through the lens.

Originally all of the vignettes had minifigures as subjects, but I decided to diversify and settled on the current lineup. From left to right, we have a mountain sunset, birthday celebration, spoiled pets, and an anniversary dance. I'd like to make more vignettes that cover different photography niches, but thought this was a healthy number to start with. 

Thanks for taking the time to check the model out, it can be seen in 3D on Mecabricks and if you like the model, it is also on Lego Ideas

[Peppermint_M]

Wow, this is lovely! I remember playing with/learning to take photos with my Dad's SLR, it did look a lot like that (A great childhood privilege was to be entrusted to carry it). The vignettes are excellent designs, all around lovely. 

Thanks for sharing and I wish you luck on Ideas. 

[franzal]

This is a great little build! Reminds me of my first, analog SLR way back (which I bought during our honeymoon).

I really love the idea to include little vignettes!

[Umbra-Manis]

On 6/22/2023 at 3:14 AM, Peppermint_M said:

Wow, this is lovely! I remember playing with/learning to take photos with my Dad's SLR, it did look a lot like that (A great childhood privilege was to be entrusted to carry it). The vignettes are excellent designs, all around lovely. 

Thanks for sharing and I wish you luck on Ideas. 

Thank you Pep, glad to bring back some memories! 

On 6/22/2023 at 2:39 PM, franzal said:

This is a great little build! Reminds me of my first, analog SLR way back (which I bought during our honeymoon).

I really love the idea to include little vignettes!

Thank you!