Your Polaroid pictures don't have to stop at the frame. There are loads of ways to push your instant film further — whether you're experimenting with the camera itself or getting hands-on after your photo develops.
Here are some techniques to try:
Light painting — Kill the lights, lock your shutter open, and use a torch, lighter, or LED to draw streaks of light directly into the frame.
Double exposure — Shoot two images on the same frame to layer them together and create something unexpected.
Emulsion lifts — Peel apart your developed photo to create a transparent positive layer you can stick over new backgrounds.
Cross-stitching — Use needle and thread to stitch directly onto your picture for a tactile, one-of-a-kind finish.
Transparency layering — Stack transparent Polaroid positives on top of each other to blend images and colors.
Want the full step-by-step? Check out our complete guide to creative techniques with Polaroid film.
How can I get creative with my Polaroid pictures?
