Poo-Poo Platter

After a bit of round-about traveling, my shipment of Polaroid film finally arrived today. One side of the box was ripped open and the packing tape wasn’t completely solid, but everything inside the box appeared to be ok. I’ll find out for sure once I try out the film in the Holga Polaroid back that my sister bought me for Christmas.

I’m actually kind of nervous about using the Holgaroid. The Holga part is fine, but I’ve never actually used peel-apart Polaroid film before and am worried just a bit that I’ll completely screw it up. I’m also afraid that I’ll do some serious damage to my hands. Looking at the back of the film box, I feel like working with this film is a shady and very toxic experience.

To quote the caution section:

• Keep your film where it is cool and dry.
• Each sheet of film contains a caustic (high alkali) fluid which can cause skin burn. Avoid contact with skin.
• In case of contact with skin, wash off quickly with plenty of water. And in case of contact with eyes or mouth, flush off quickly with plenty of water then see your doctor immediately.
• Keep discarded materials out of the reach of children and animals, and avoid contact with books, reading matter, clothing, furniture, etc.

I’m sure I’ll be OK (I’ve handled far worse items than this before), but it still makes me nervous. I am excited though. I love using my Holgas, and I love Polaroids. Theoretically, this should be a fun experience. We shall see…