Shooting Polaroids with a Mamiya RB67

Another year, another Polaroid Week! I am so happy that I took the time once again to participate in such a fun event. Every year I try to do something special for Polaroid Week and I have been wanting to shoot Polaroids with my RB ever since I found out it was possible... SO glad it finally worked out!
Polaroid Week runs from October 18 to 23, so if you're reading this in time, it's not too late to join in! Use the hashtags #roidweek and #polaroidweek on Instagram and check out what others are posting.
As always, you can get a closer look at some of the images in today's video on my Instagram page @jesshobbsphoto
Thanks again for watching!
Polaroid Week:
www.flickr.com/groups/roidwee...
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/ polaroidweek
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Rezivot Studios:
www.rezivot.com/
For more Polaroid Week videos check out The Old Camera Guy and Aly's Vintage Camera Alley on KZbin:
/ dmihaly
/ @alysvintagecameraalley

[@WillemVerb]

The image at 7:25 is unreal. Suchh a great video :)))

[@JessHobbs]

Thanks, that really means a lot to me! I'm seriously thrilled with my new setup, it's always fun to find new ways to be creative! Thanks for watching!

[@WDeranged]

@@JessHobbs Is that glow a result of halation in the film or are you using a filter?

[@bruxxcam2618]

You should give her a shoutout if you can.

[@JessHobbs]

@@WDeranged it's halation, no filter on this one!

[@ribsy]

That star trail image on Polaroid is wild. Great stuff!

[@JessHobbs]

Somehow I didn't see this comment earlier, sorry about the late reply! Thanks so much, the star trail image is definitely my favourite! Thanks for watching! ❤

[@areallyrealisticguyd4333]

I wish Polaroid would go back to making manual cameras like the sx-70 and land cameras. The quality in taking manual shots like yours and an automatic camera is unbeatable. Medium format cameras are so versatile!

[@monodistortion]

There are plenty of used cameras available and they aren't expensive. New cameras like that would cost at least a thousand dollars!

[@WhoIsSerafin]

That would be nice having a modern version

[@arthurrmcphee4885]

Absolutely brilliant. These cameras had back in the 80's polaroid backs for light and composition checking by us old pro's. We shot a lot of them as models and art directors would take them for their memories too!

[@hippo71124]

The shot of the stars - my gosh, from seeing it on Instagram to the time lapse as well in this video, really really amazing!

[@JessHobbs]

Thanks so much, I'm happy you liked it! I was really happy when that shot worked out, star trails can be a bit tricky! Thanks for watching!

[@busternineshoes]

I really adore your enthusiasm. I've worked as a photographer since 1980 and feel a bit jaded, but to see you shooting reminds me photography should be fun, not just a job. Well done, Jess.

[@image_worlds]

Damn, that photo at 8:56 is incredible. Absolutely wonderful.

[@MaxKhokhlov]

Looks like a really fun setup! And that night shot with the star trails is just spectacular! Thanks for sharing!

[@simonr1chter]

I just love how honestly excited you are! :)

[@ctrivin]

The results came out amazing! I love how the images came out.

[@JamesPearson]

Really excellent video and wonderful photos. Polaroid instant film seems to LOVE Mamiya glass - the results are beautiful. And of course you created some great compositions and sought out great subjects and light. Great job as always!

[@tadeusz11000]

Top marks for your efforts, ingenuity and creativity, Jess. Nice to see you making the most of the materials, backgrounds and light available to you. Finding and using the flowers and the blue stressed background, was a brilliant touch!

[@tolisthekid]

not many people can brag they have a startrail on a polaroid. great work! :)

[@JimSollows]

Jess your enthusiasm is infectious! I love watching you, it makes me want to go out with my RB67 👍

[@JessHobbs]

Thank you so much, I really appreciate the kind comments! I'm definitely even more excited going out with my RB67 these days, as if I needed more reasons!

[@K1n1c]

8:55 made me gasp! That shot is truly amazing! Just randomly stumbled upon your channel as well, definitely subscribed. Hope you do more Polariod content in the future!

[@travishikeslakemi]

Absolutely loved this! I’ve only been playing with my I-Type and Polaroid Lab for a little under a year, I still have much to learn when it comes to getting the most of each shot. Thank you!

[@ManuelGuzmanPhotography]

Beautiful shots, Jess! Makes me wish I snagged one of the Coyote Camera Work backs while they were still being made. Also cool to see Dave in this for a second!

[@joerghohenfeld2978]

Hi, Jess. Once again, a great inspiring video. Thank you for showing

[@57Stratmann]

Your images are amazing !!!! And the video was not too shabby either...... Thanks for this, I’m now a subscriber.

[@charljohandewaal5505]

This is absolutely crazy amazing!! Love it all!!

[@nelsonm.5044]

I love the flowers shots at the end with the peeling paint on the background

[@JessHobbs]

I'm really happy with how the flower shots came out! It's funny, because the peeling paint is actually a bright blue, but every time I capture it on Polaroid it comes out a beige-y faded colour! But it works here, so I don't mind!

[@TheVaultable]

Im sure everyones saying it, but that illuminated cross photo is WILD!

[@JessHobbs]

That shot does seem to be a favourite amongst a lot of viewers, I'm really glad that one turned out! Thanks for watching!

[@oswin5565]

The nighttime image of the cross was outstanding. I loved this video. Subscribed

[@JessHobbs]

Thank you so much, I really appreciate that!

[@newmediaboytv]

Sooo beautiful, thank you for this.

[@galactica874]

Good to see you back Jess. Great shots!

[@JessHobbs]

Thanks so much, it feels good to be back! I already can't wait to get out there again! Thanks for watching!

[@hundevarulve]

Shooting polaroids on fully manual cameras are just such an amezing feeling, I love doing it with my LoFi back on my 600SE, its a feeling i cant describe but its just magical. And now where i cant get FP100 anymore, finding an alternative for it have been a blessing Also lovely calm and interestig video

[@loganmaynard7811]

the vibe here is immaculate!!! that image at 7:25 is INSANE!!!

[@JessHobbs]

Thank you so much, I really appreciate that! The cross is a subject I shoot a lot, it's located on my neighbour's property. There are a lot of crosses next to farm fields in Quebec... back in the late 1800 to early 1900's they were used as places of gathering for mass and to bless the crops because farmers couldn't travel to make it to church. This one is by far the most impressive one I have seen, and even though I'm not particularly religious, there's an odd attraction to it that I can't quite explain, so I photograph it instead! Sorry for the long reply, but thanks for watching!

[@theoldcameraguy]

This is awesome - Beautiful images! Thanks for showing us your process

[@JessHobbs]

Thanks so much! I am so happy with my results, I can't wait to get back out there! Thanks for watching!

[@Ry_Gordon]

Excited to join soon! Loving your channel!

[@larrymccormick3226]

Your images were beautiful and I'm impressed. I'm waiting on a Mamiya Press G and a Mamiya Universal Press with a Polaroid back, so I plan on having some fun myself.Great video. Larry

[@hedeyhod]

Beautiful pictures

[@JessHobbs]

Thanks so much, I'm happy to hear you like them! Thanks for watching!

[@Al_Bx]

Great video as always. So much effort in the filming and editing. And it shows. The images are awesome!! Especially the black&white ones and the color night photography. The Rezivot thing totally went under the radar and it's a shame !

[@JessHobbs]

Thanks so much, I really appreciate your kind words! It's definitely a shame that the Rezivot back wasn't more popular, it is such a treat to shoot with! I can't wait to get back out there! Thanks for watching!

[@Luudite]

Jess...I gotta say I just love all your videos. Thanks for making them and sharing. Best wishes from RI

[@Luudite]

Also these are awesome shots

[@MakersTeleMark]

Absolutely fantastic.

[@luis-uz7bc]

Ciao Jess! ben tornata, video stupendo e fotografie favolose di qualita' ad alto livello, di nuovo complimenti!!

[@JessHobbs]

Ciao Luigi! Grazie mille, apprezzo molto il gentile commento! Sono molto felice di essere tornato e prometto che ci saranno molti altri video in arrivo! Grazie per aver guardato!

[@berg58]

The first picture with the tree is awesome:)

[@neoszhane13]

Good to see you back.

[@Olivia-lj7qn]

Wow, I loved the results! Beautiful shots as always.

[@JessHobbs]

Thanks Olivia! I'm so happy with the results, I can't wait to get back out there! Thanks for watching!

[@carbonejack]

Wonderful photos. Love your videos.

[@nicolasnegri1846]

Hey great idea & beautiful pictures !!!!! 😊

[@ijoefoto]

Wow! Your RB67 Polaroids are inspiring. Thanks!

[@JessHobbs]

Thank you so much Joe, I really appreciate that! 😀

[@ralphhoskins2115]

Those pictures are absolutely fantastic,, so sharp,,,and the nights shots ,,, wow,,, you have a eye for great pictures.

[@leafsfan71]

Your photos are amazing!

[@JessHobbs]

Thanks so much, I really appreciate that! Thanks for watching!

[@cinesthesia7]

I picked up an instax back for my RB67 from Coyote Camera Works in late 2020, but this...THIS is the real dream. And you are cruuushing it with these images! Absolute fire!

[@JessHobbs]

If you like this, you'll really like what's coming later this week on my channel! 😉 Thank you so much, I really appreciate the compliments! And thanks for watching!

[@amandasmith5660]

Love the house and the stars polaroid! I adore all of these !

[@JessHobbs]

Thanks so much, I'm happy you like them! The stars was definitely a special one to get, it's my personal favourite! Thanks for watching!

[@RobMoses]

Awesome video! I didn't know the image on this back took up the whole polaroid. I think it looks amazing! I'd be shooting these all the time! I just passed on a smoke'n deal on an RB67 like 2 months go too. If I know about this awesome back I would have bought it for sure. Great video. I love the leaf shot at 9:18.

[@KingofStreet3]

8:58 tho. Props to you!!! Sure I’m a year late but amazing. Makes me want a RB/RZ and try this out

[@StevenLawson]

Really good video, a cool project and the red cross at night - wow, what a shot!

[@zguy95135]

That instant back looks fun! Great video as always

[@JessHobbs]

It is SO much fun, I am really loving it! Thanks for watching!

[@GaetanCormier]

Ohhhhhh those came out amazing !!!!! Good job Jess!!!

[@JessHobbs]

Thanks Gaetan, I'm really happy with them!

[@camerafusion]

Well Done! Love the pictures too.

[@kabaottoemulsion1869]

I m impressed ! It covers entire frame of Polaroid film!!! Great shots

[@JessHobbs]

I am really happy about that too! There is a slight black border around the edges, but I actually think it looks really cool! Thanks for watching!

[@colerfulton]

wow beautiful photos !!! super inspiring !

[@JessHobbs]

Thank you so much, I really appreciate that! Thanks for watching!

[@sixteenbitter]

The shots came out amazing. Thanks for sharing!

[@JessHobbs]

Thanks for watching! I'm happy you liked it!

[@john_murch]

Hey Jess, good to see you back on YT. That long exposure star trails shot on Polaroid is amazing!

[@cjrc999]

love the last shots of the flowers , they look like paintings :) cool video....

[@JessHobbs]

Thanks! I'm really happy with my results, and that was a fun video to shoot! Thanks for watching!

[@andydreadsbmx]

Really nice video, great exposures and overall solid stuff!!

[@JessHobbs]

Thanks so much, I really appreciate that! Thanks for watching!

[@robertsco3451]

Very nice. That’s my go to setup right now...

[@TheJensPeeters]

Great video. I saw your comment on the latest grainy day polaroid video. Your photos turned out amazing. Its odd seeing depth of field and generally good picture quality on polaroid and you managed the small dynamic range of the film very well. I audibly gasped when i saw your star trail long exposure, but I also really enjoy the nature photos

[@JessHobbs]

Thank you so much, I really appreciate the kind words! I'll admit that the star trail photo is my favourite, it was so much fun to shoot! This is my favourite way to shoot Polaroids, I still get the dreamy quality that the film naturally possesses, but with sharp subjects. That's really cool that you came to my channel because of my comment, this is what is so cool about the community! Thanks for watching! ❤

[@thebrouhaha1]

really great shots! wish I had one of these backs, but would probably spend way too much on polaroids.

[@ciaranframe578]

Ahh Jess this is so beautiful!

[@JessHobbs]

Thanks so much, I really appreciate that! Thanks for watching!

[@4CardsMan]

Nice work!

[@ai-man212]

That was so beautiful, Jess. You have a new subscriber. (Would love to see you using the large Polaroid backs on a field camera).

[@JessHobbs]

Thanks so much, that is so nice to hear! I would LOVE to shoot Polaroids on a field camera, maybe one day! Thanks for watching!

[@bloodswarms]

Really dig your channel.

[@kinominomi]

What a great shots, the picture at 8:56 is amazing!

[@JessHobbs]

Thanks so much, I really appreciate that! Thanks for watching!

[@thomas_dries]

This was so wonderful! I have the same exact setup without the filters! I think you mentioned that this was filmed in Montreal and wow! It looked just like Kansas for some reason! XD I think those deep country areas are just so, so beautiful!

[@JessHobbs]

This was filmed around my family farm about an hour east of Montreal, it really is beautiful countryside! I'll have to travel to Kansas one day, seems like I'll feel right at home there! Thanks for watching!

[@HenryStradford]

11:08 Bravo!

[@JessHobbs]

Those were so much fun to set up! I don't do a lot of still lifes, but I think I'm going to have to do more now, especially on Polaroid film! Thanks for watching!

[@jayfarina7263]

Really nice video :) Straight to the point, beautifully edited and , most important, encouraging. I love some of your shoots, specially the one at night with slow shutter, the neon cross and, last but not the least, the flowers at the end. Those pictures really reminded me of some Josef Sudek's stuff, which I really like. Congratulations and keep up the good job, you are talented. Regards from Spain

[@JessHobbs]

Thank you so very much, that is really nice of you to say! You picked out all of my favourite shots from the video too! I really love shooting Polaroids, and now that I can do so with more consistent results (when I remember to take out the dark slide, of course!), I'm really loving the entire process. Thanks for watching!

[@followthe-Light]

WoW Jess, beautiful place and your polaroids are really good :)

[@JessHobbs]

Thanks so much! I am really lucky to live where I do! Thanks for watching!

[@johnmarsland3442]

beautiful images

[@highlander200107]

I think the orange filter was the sweet spot for that film. Great video Jess.

[@JessHobbs]

Thanks John! I had a lot of fun using filters for this one, but now I think I'll have to buy a couple more (at the very least a polarizer!)! Thanks for watching!

[@rdandelionart]

Amazing photographs! I've just bought my first RB, so keen to try the polaroid back now too :O

[@JessHobbs]

Thank you so much, I really appreciate that! Have fun with the RB, it's such a fun camera to shoot with! The Polaroid back I used in this video has been discontinued, but I did a second video using one from Analogue Studio. Here's the link to that product, if you're interested! analogue.studio/ Do you share your work anywhere? If so, I'd love to see the results you get with the RB! Thanks for watching!

[@RocketinExile]

Outstanding

[@JessHobbs]

Thanks so much!

[@phillnavin1212]

Good job. Excellent Polaroids 👏👏

[@JessHobbs]

Thanks so much! I'm definitely pleased with them! Thanks for watching!

[@davidkieltyka9]

Super cool! We’re past peak fall color now in my locale and I never even thought to break out the SX70. 😩 Did take tons of photos. Next year!

[@JessHobbs]

I filmed this one just in time, our colours are just about gone here! Thanks for watching!

[@isaias7605]

Hermoso trabajo, !!!felicidades!!!

[@cwdaly2032]

Splendid.

[@toulcaz31]

Nico Llasera made a video of him assembling a Rezivot back for his RZ in case people want to see. Your video was excellent.

[@JessHobbs]

I should have mentioned that! I was so stressed out doing the build, let's just say it's a little outside of my comfort zone, but I'm glad Nico filmed his! Thanks for watching!

[@stefaanverlinde9726]

WOW ! WOW ! WOW ! Stunning!

[@JessHobbs]

Thanks so much!

[@SnowmansApartment]

would be so cool to one day be able to take awesome polaroids/instant photos like this!:)

[@bencushwa8902]

I did an Instax Mini conversion on a Mamiya C33 last year. I loved the images it produced, but for a couple of reasons it was an intolerably impractical build. I'm currently working on taking the Instax Mini back that I bolted onto the back of that Mamiya C33 and working it into an instant back for an RB67. I'm not confident that I'll have it ready for Polaroid week 2021, but we'll see.... :D

[@AlexAlexAlexAlex]

ok im only 25 seconds into this video but that intro was so bomb hahahahaha i am so excited for this video

[@robertquietphotographer]

The video is very well done, brava! And your Polaroids are a beauty! Would you mind to share your Flickr?

[@LoveMartha]

so awesome

[@andyvan5692]

one other hint/tip, with this Mamiya RB67, the shutter sound and the mirror lock-up sound ( in mirror-up mode) sound IDENTICAL, so as you did in some of the last shots in the shed, use the cable release on the LENS!, this way you are SURE the shutter has 'gone off' and can hit the eject button confidently, in the knowledge the shot is NOT wasted, for being in this unusual configuration, without you knowing.(esp. since this is nearly $2-3 per shot!!-expensive stock to deal with).

[@anandarochisha]

You have a real talent there..good job..

[@AlexLuyckxPhoto]

Awesome Work! I'm actually picking up some Polaroid Film in a couple of weeks to shoot and review this old Type 600 Polaroid (Probably going B&W) I got from my Church.

[@JessHobbs]

Thanks Alex, I really appreciate it! I'm sure you'll have a great time getting out there with an old Type 600, I'd probably go with b&w too! Thanks so much for watching!

[@AimShootDevelop]

Very fun video! Shame that rezivot doesn’t make the kits anymore! Love the shots!

[@josephomalley1526]

Glad you enjoyed it and I did too. So much better than some of the young false gods that only think they can take a photograph. I particularly loved your still life work in the shed.

[@JessHobbs]

Thanks Joseph, I really appreciate that! The still life work is always a fun thing to do when inspiration starts to run dry, I love photographing objects off of that crumbling background! Thanks for watching!

[@andrewfrost8866]

I have missed your wonderful enthusiasm.

[@JessHobbs]

Thanks Andrew! It's good to be back!

[@imammarc]

Wow. Fantastic! I stopped shooting film around 10 years ago and regret it. This is motivating me to get back to it.

[@JessHobbs]

That is the best compliment! I had a very brief spell shooting digital, but I just love film so much, I will keep shooting it until I can't anymore! Thanks for watching!

[@TimothymakeupsDitzler]

I LOVE POLAROID WEEK!!!!!!! So glad to see you back for another video!

[@JessHobbs]

I LOVE POLAROID WEEK TOO!! 😂 It's good to be back, and I promise there are lots more coming! Happy Polaroid Week Timothy!

[@felix_marcel559]

500 likes for a 5k viewed video, I think the numbers speak for themselves! Really nice content! Please keep going!

[@FramesPerSecond]

Didn’t realise Polaroid week was a thing😩 really nice shots👌

[@JessHobbs]

Thanks, I'm glad you liked them! Polaroid Week actually happens twice a year, once I the spring and once in the fall. Check out their Instagram page for details, and there are Facebook and Flickr groups dedicated to the event too! Thanks for watching!

[@gungfuriceboy]

the 'flower shots'...Remind Me of a Van Gogh 'paintings'! well DONE!!...So are these 'Polaroid Packs' available all the 'TIME'?? ...They do sound very 'Difficult' to put together though....LOL! Cheers From Brantford!

[@MeumGaudiumRivegauche]

I always looked down on Polaroid. You make me now thinks otherwise. Please don't stop making these videos.

[@JessHobbs]

I've struggled myself with Polaroid over the years. I've always loved the format, some of my baby pictures were even taken on Polaroids, but I always found something missing in my own work. This Rezivot back has changed everything for me, I can't wait to get out there more! I promise there are many more videos to come! Thanks for watching!

[@denfilm6005]

I have never seen such a mutant. But the images are great!

[@silekiernanphotography]

Very interesting Jess, thanks for doing this. I'm curious why you built the back when there are Polaroid camera backs available for the RZ67. Do they not work on the RB or is there a problem with getting film for those backs?

[@jonathanmora6728]

Amazing video!

[@JessHobbs]

Thanks for watching, I'm happy you enjoyed it!!

[@igehring]

Im in love with this. I have a Mamiya 645, and now I need a RB, 😂