I took my first Pinhole Photograph today, Bernie, our UPS route driver and a good friend and animal lover, came by with my B&H Photo deliver, I also got my Petzval 58 lens, wow, it will take a great deal of work to learn how to use this lens, essential the same since 1840.

It has a gear mechanism to focus and plates to insert for every Aperture setting. Far from the digital experience. The pinhole mount is simpler but generally requires a tripod, or a very high ISO. I did like this shot taken with the pinhole, dreamy and evocative, a very special look.

I have a lot to learn, but am pleased with the initial effort. The Petzval, made in Russia with Russian glass, is quite a shock, a beautiful lens, I can’t wait to figure it out. A completely different experience for me. I think I’ll take it to New York City tomorrow and see if I can get a portrait of Robin.