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Screenshot from Alireza Rostami's YouTube video
Alireza Rostami hates waste, which is part of the reason he has kept the first computer he ever bought in 1999. So, as part of his pledge to repurpose old media, he created a working "Frankenstein" camera out of that old computer.
He began by clearing the old computer of any unnecessary parts and by turning it into a light sealed box. Then, he inserted a Linhof camera lens and Mamiya Universal lens ring into the box.
Screenshot from Alireza Rostami's YouTube video
He also backed the computer/camera hybrid with wooden paneling.
Screenshot from Alireza Rostami's YouTube video
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Then, he ended up with his final product.
Screenshot from Alireza Rostami's YouTube video
Some of the parts, like the USB slot and printer, are just for looks.
But, what's really important is how the finished product creates art.
Based on these photos Rostami took, we'd say it was a success.
Screenshot from Alireza Rostami's YouTube video
If you want to see the process, here's the complete video.
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