Oldie but a goodie

I recently acquired a "new" camera on my hands. It's a Fujica GER rangefinder that was made in the 1970's. It's a fully automatic 35 mm film camera with a lens that is 38mm/f2.8. It survived the trip over from England quite well in my Grandmother's suitcase.  The original mercury batteries are still intact and seem to still fire the shutter release. Included was a leather case, original instructions, a flash and homemade enclosure. Most importantly it belonged to my grandfather.  I quickly thumbed through the instruction booklet, as it has been many years since I've played with film and several scraps of paper fell into my lap.  They were hand written notes that Grandad had written to himself, tears began to well, as I read over his f-stop recommendations, distances and ratios. Something that I will treasure forever! Grandad was an avid photographer and would sit for hours photographing birds, English landscapes, butterflies, and myself.  His love for photography and inspiration was passed down to myself, and I know he would be proud of me today as I grow and develop my skills.  The most important message that I remember he taught me while anxiously awaiting a roll of film to develop was this "Emily, if you are satisfied with at least one photo that has been developed then it is worth all your effort and cost of the entire roll."  Unfortunately he never got to view the photography world in the modern digital era, although he is forever in spirit looking down on me as I enjoy the instant gratification of my digital camera.  I associate butterflies with Grandad, as he taught me at an early age, a respect for nature and love of butterflies.  I get goosebumps every time I see a butterfly, fluttering along, knowing he is still with us.  He will forever be in my heart, and my inspiration for Flutter Focus Photography. I look forward to getting back into film, and giving a go with his camera.  Whether or not I am able to get the Fujica up and running again or if it only sits on my shelf in a collection of old cameras is an exciting adventure I look forward to embark on.  Knowing that I have my little butterfly on my shoulder as I look through the view finder, is the most satisfying and comforting feeling I look forward to every time I pick up my camera, new or old!

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