Mike Hess

Abandoned places and empty signs.

Mamiya C3

Some diptychs. Mamiya C3. Ilford FP4.

This convenience store was a landmark for decades. No gas. Just snacks, magazines, and cigarettes. The company was bought out by Marathon and this location didn’t make it. I’m sure it will be bulldozed soon, along with the motel that used to be next to it.

Free Sparklers.

Trying out some new lenses and enjoying the process. Vintage lenses on modern digital is a great combo.

Minolta Auto W. Rokkor - HG 35mm f2.8

It's a boat. It might sink.

Grand Forks, ND.

MC Rokkor 55mm 1.7.

After fitting a vintage lens to my mirrorless, I think I have finally found the answer to my color film problems.

I enjoy editing digitally. But, I didn't like how my mirrorless lenses rendered scenes. They were too clinical and sterile. I realized I like the look of vintage lenses.

Mirrorless cameras have opened up a world of vintage glass. It is easy to mount any old 35mm lens and focus. The 10X zoom is great. I am able to focus exactly where I want.