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Repurposed Vintage Cameras — Keep the Lights On + Other Unconventional Uses

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An invention doesn’t truly achieve obsolescence until it gets turned into a night light. Or a meat grinder. Such it is for these retro film cameras, repurposed for some good fun, inspiration, and to invoke a sense of nostalgia for the days of dark rooms. Somewhere a hipster just gasped “the horror” and a grandfather went looking for his Dualflex III. Before you freak (or hate on the hacking of old cameras in gags like this)…Maker of these beauties, Jason Hull says…

“I’m not modifying cameras if they are in pristine condition or if they’re rare, I’d rather they stay usable as cameras in those cases. The ones I’ve chosen are lightweight plastic, produced in huge numbers and easily found for sale at flea markets/ garage sales/ ebay.” [and i’ll add that, in my experience, they’re often inoperable too…]

While I don’t think the Spartus neon-blue wall light would necessarily mesh with my pad’s decor, I say better lighting the way to the bathroom at midnight than rotting in a junk heap. Happy friday.

And hey, once you’ve made peace with the idea of turning yesterday’s tech into today’s ambiance, it’s a slippery (and delightfully well-lit) slope. Bathroom lighting is no longer just about function—it’s a full-blown vibe. A retrofitted camera lamp on the vanity? Why not. Suddenly, brushing your teeth feels like stepping onto a film set from 1963, minus the questionable hairstyles. Quirky? Absolutely. But also kind of genius when you consider how much personality it adds to a typically uninspired space.

Meanwhile, over in the dining room, we’re embracing a slightly more refined take on repurposed charm. Think a fusion of classic elegance and subtle rebellion—cue the lampadari da sala pranzo that hangs proudly above the table. These aren’t your grandma’s crystal chandeliers (though let’s be honest, hers probably slapped); these are curated statement pieces that hold their own whether you’re hosting a dinner party or eating cereal in your pajamas. It’s lighting with legacy—and a touch of mischief.

[have you hacked a camera into something cool? show me with a link]

(link to Jason in one of my fav art rags, Juxtapoz, here)

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