Try it out: Camera Lens Filters

3.31.2011

Camera lens filters.. with something you already own: your sunglasses! I took these three photos from the Top of the Rock on Saturday. I just love the way the world looks through a great pair of purple or rose colored sunglasses, and so does my camera. Next time your out on a sunny day try using your sunglasses as a filter! Just hold them in front of your lens and shoot away.. no Photoshop required.

^Shot with no sunglasses
^Amber Sunglasses like the ones below
((sunglasses here))

^Purple Sunglasses like the ones below (my favorite!)
((sunglasses here))
Has anyone tried this? I can't wait for more sunny weather. I can just see myself making all of my friends take off their sunglasses so I can use them as filters while we're out. Oh, it's going to be good. Unfortunately, it's currently grey, cold and miserable. Not ok.
Posted by A Lost Feather at 4:54 PM
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21 comments:

  1. NodToStyleMarch 31, 2011 at 5:05 PM

    this is a fantastic idea...
    also? these pics make me miss the city desperatly!!

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  2. AudryMarch 31, 2011 at 5:13 PM

    What a fun idea. If only my sunglasses were wide enough to do that.

    Have you considered using colored cellophane? I'll bet that would have a more extreme effect.

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  3. CindyMarch 31, 2011 at 6:03 PM

    That's such a fantastic idea :) never would of thought of it lol

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  4. A Casa da VáMarch 31, 2011 at 6:55 PM

    I will certainly give it a shot, thanks for the tip!

    hugs and kisses from Rio!
    http://acasadava.blogspot.com/

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  5. Sara SHOEmakerMarch 31, 2011 at 7:48 PM

    What a cool idea!!! I'm kindof obsessed with photography so I'll most likely be trying this :)

    www.makersofshoes.blogspot.com

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  6. Shy March 31, 2011 at 9:53 PM

    what a great idea!! So simple and easy for a different twist on the pics! You have the best ideas!

    Shy

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  7. Kristen VictoriaMarch 31, 2011 at 10:03 PM

    Wow that's genius! I love the amber sunglasses effect... the city looks warm and all of the highlights get picked up. I'll have to try this out! :D

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  8. Sarah BuckApril 1, 2011 at 4:33 AM

    I seriously had never thought of that. what a great idea!

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  9. Veren LeeApril 1, 2011 at 5:16 AM

    amazing photos and that's such a great idea! :)

    a little princess

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  10. yagaApril 1, 2011 at 7:31 AM

    aaawh, such a cool idea! thinking about getting colored sunglasses now! ^^

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  11. AnnaApril 1, 2011 at 10:03 AM

    This is SUCH a great idea!! LOVE it!!

    And I feel you on the crappy weather... I woke up to snow this morning... barf!

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  12. Whim Wham LifeApril 1, 2011 at 1:28 PM

    Great idea! Simple and effective:-) xoxo

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  13. UnknownApril 1, 2011 at 1:44 PM

    great idea! crazy how much of a difference it makes. <3 EverRubyGirl.blogspot.com

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  14. AnnebethApril 1, 2011 at 3:27 PM

    haha, cute idea, I should try this myself! The second one is my fave, almost sepia-ish :)

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  15. AnonymousApril 1, 2011 at 4:24 PM

    I never would've thought of sunglasses as being a lens filter. Sigh...I'm just not that crafty :)

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  16. Jessica MuraApril 1, 2011 at 8:21 PM

    I like the second one, so nice ^^ I'm happy to find you and your comment in my blog darling! Follow and thanks :D
    http://onthemarry-go-round.blogspot.com/

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  17. KendraApril 2, 2011 at 9:36 AM

    That's such a fantastic idea! I've never thought to do that! Maybe because I don't wear sunglasses much, but maybe I should pick up some cheap ones to try this out :)

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  18. zephyrsarahApril 2, 2011 at 12:12 PM

    this is brilliant and i cannot wait to try it!

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  19. LApril 3, 2011 at 3:25 PM

    omg, i thought i was the only one who did that with the sunglasses!..hahaha..very nice pics here. now following, i hope you can follow back if you like my page!
    xoxo from NYC!

    TRAVEL DESIGNERY
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  20. Karrisa_TApril 3, 2011 at 9:10 PM

    Why, I'd never thought of doing that! Great idea! I'll be trying that once the sun has decided to pop out for longer periods of time.

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  21. Laura NelsonApril 4, 2011 at 12:44 AM

    I do that ALL the time and I get the weirdest looks! haha. That's how I got that purpley tint to those Yosemite pics :) Love that!
    xoxo

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