Loading the Holga

HERE WE GO!

1. Slide the silver tabs down to release the back. While you’re holding the camera with the back open, turn it upside down. You’ll notice two black holes on the top (er, bottom of the camera because you’re holding it upside down). Grab some electrical tape and cover those two holes. Goodbye light leaks for life! No need to tape your Holga up like the bumper on the $300 special at the car lot — do this once and it’s done.

2. Place your film on the left side of the camera. If you still have the foam that comes inside the camera meant to “keep the film in place,” rip it out. Don’t give me that look, just rip the foam out because one day that foam will betray you. It will end up in the middle of your roll, ruining the best shot of your friend doing that horribly embarrassing thing he always does. If you don’t trust me and don’t get rid of the foam, there will be nothing to post on Facebook later. For shame.