Polaroid 8x10 Mini Session FAQ

• Wait, isn’t Polaroid Film Dead?!

  • Polaroid is very much alive! They still make polaroid film to this very day. This batch of 8x10 film is freshly handmade at Polaroid’s factories.

• What is the experience like?

  • I highly recommend watching this video by good friend Mat Marrash who has shot this same film (but expired).

• How is this process different than a traditional Polaroid Photo?

  • The process is very similar, however, the image is captured on a negative and then run through a processor and it takes 15 minutes for the polaroid to process. This image will be captured like the ‘old ways’ with my head under a cloth, with a large-format camera.

• $300 is pretty expensive for the session. Why so much?

  • This film is incredibly rare and very hard to source. Polaroid only makes limited batches of this film. I have a very limited quantity in stock. Ensuring the image is captured perfectly every session requires my attention to detail and hyperfocus to ensure your experience is a great one!

• What should I wear?

  • This is a color film! Let’s showcase that! Have a wardrobe in mind for the session. Solid colors are best. Avoid clothing with brand names or lettering as they will appear backward in the final image. I am more than happy to coordinate a specific look for the shoot. You can email me at bill@billmanningphotography.com!

• Can I bring a friend?

  • Absolutely! I would recommend no more than 4 people for a single image.

• I need to reschedule! Can I photograph another day?

  • Unfortunately, some equipment is rented and must be returned after the weekend. The mini-session may be moved to another time if available.

• What is the cancellation policy?

  • 100% refund up to 7-days before the mini-session appointment (before June 19th). 50% refund within 7-days of the appointment (after June 19th).