We, humans, are visual creatures. We might read or listen about the past, but looking atphotographsis somehow even more pleasing. Since time traveling is not a thing (and probably will never be), what’s a better way to visit the places and times we didn’t have a chance to be a part of than throughvintage photographs?

Bored Pandareached out to the creator ofFlashbak, journalist and editor Paul Sorene, and he kindly agreed to tell us more about the project. Check out the story of how Flashbak came to be and how you can contribute to it below!

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A man with a beard leaning toward a kitten in a wicker basket, reflecting forgotten corners of history.

Flashbak isn’t just a Facebook page that collects coolhistorical photos. It’s a dedicated blog about vintagepop culturewith the tagline “Everything old is new again.” Its oldest entries date back to 2008, with the first post ever being a very brief history of British television. You can find all kinds of cool stuff relating to 20th century pop culture there: from cool oldmovie postersto photo studies ofrock stars' junk.

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Child smiling next to a snow sculpture, showcasing a forgotten corner of history.

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“And because demand was so great, I created a shop selling ‘all good things.'” And that shop is truly a wonderland for art lovers. If you’re looking for some inspiring wall art, postcards, artsy apparel, or are just short on stunning wrapping paper, head over to theFlashbak shopand support the project in the process!

And if you have some cool vintage photos of your own to contribute to Flashbak, don’t hesitate toshare them right here!

A woman in colorful clothing contrasts with a grayscale crowd in a historical setting.

Woman posing on the Eiffel Tower, representing forgotten corners of history with a cityscape in the background.

Woman sitting in an armchair, surrounded by vintage decor, capturing a forgotten corner of history.

Nostalgia for the second half of the 20th century doesn’t seem to be going away. We love the aesthetics and the feeling that these photographs emulate, so why not try to evoke them in our own photography efforts in the modern day? Film cameras are readily available today to those who wish to dabble inold-school photography.Photographer Stephen Walton writes that there are three types of cameras people can choose from: 35mm, medium format, and instant cameras. Polaroid and Fujifilm’s instant cameras have really grown in popularity these couple of years, as they’re pretty easy to operate. You can see the result straight away too, and they give your photos a vintage feel.

Nostalgia for the second half of the 20th century doesn’t seem to be going away. We love the aesthetics and the feeling that these photographs emulate, so why not try to evoke them in our own photography efforts in the modern day? Film cameras are readily available today to those who wish to dabble inold-school photography.

Photographer Stephen Walton writes that there are three types of cameras people can choose from: 35mm, medium format, and instant cameras. Polaroid and Fujifilm’s instant cameras have really grown in popularity these couple of years, as they’re pretty easy to operate. You can see the result straight away too, and they give your photos a vintage feel.

Ballet dancer mid-leap in front of curtains, representing forgotten corners of history.

People standing on a car in snowy weather, waving across a divided city, showcasing forgotten corners of history.

Two women sitting on grass beside a historic building, capturing forgotten corners of history.

Then there are 35mm cameras. Walton notes that models like the Canon AE-1 or the Nikon F series are great for beginners and professionals alike. For people who find them too intimidating, there are disposable cameras or film point-and-shoot cameras. With those, you don’t have to worry about things like focus and exposure, but can still get the old-school photo vibe.

Ballet dancer’s muscular legs in a pose, wearing shorts, highlighting a forgotten corner of history.

Three women from forgotten corners of history, sitting at a table with drinks and cigarettes, in casual attire.

On a table to her side she placed 72 objects that could be used on her - items included: flowers, a knife and a loaded gun. Her instructions were placed on the table: Instructions: ‘There are 72 objects on the table that one can use on me as desired. Performance. I am the object. During this period I take full responsibility.’ Abramović said that at first visitors were peaceful and shy, but quickly became violent: ′′The experience I learned was that… if you leave the decision to the public, you might be k**led… I felt very violated. They cut my clothes, put rose thorns in my belly, one person pointed the gun at my head, and another pulled the gun out close. This created an aggressive atmosphere. After exactly 6 hours, as planned, I got up and started walking towards the public. Everyone ran away, escaping from a real confrontation.”

A woman involved in an art performance, surrounded by people, showcasing forgotten corners of history.

According to Walton, a lot depends on which decade’s style you want to emulate. If you’re shooting (no pun intended) for the 1920s or the 1930s, black and white would probably look the most similar. These decades, Walton says, were all about sophistication and glamour, so, they would require soft lighting and shallow depth of field.

Woman in vintage kitchen draining pasta, steam rising, representing forgotten corners of history.

Person on a bicycle using a public phone in a nostalgic city setting, capturing forgotten history.

Vintage portrait of a woman with a bob haircut, evocative of forgotten corners of history.

If you like the aesthetic of the 1960s and the 1970s, you’ll need to focus on vibrant colors. These decades were famous for their psychedelic patterns, so, Walton recommends not being afraid to increase saturation and contrast. Wide-angle lenses and unusual angles also give the photographs a bold aesthetic.

Historic tram crossing unstable tracks in a forgotten corner of history.

A man and woman from a forgotten corner of history, capturing a close-up moment together.

Women in vintage attire enjoying drinks in a pub, capturing a forgotten corner of history.

Some people look at this generation’s fascination with film photography with a dash of skepticism. Why go back to grainy, low-quality images when we have the all-powerful digital technology right in our phones? The element of instant gratification might be precisely why we’re currently so enamored with film cameras and their aesthetics.

Musician performing on stage in black boots, holding a drink, with audience clapping; a glimpse into forgotten corners of history.

Foggy harbor scene with a ship and rowing boat, capturing forgotten corners of history.

Man in a suit wearing a peculiar helmet, holding a cigarette in a forgotten corner of history.

Group at a vintage party with a man in a leather jacket smoking, capturing a forgotten corner of history.

A person applying eyeliner in a black and white photograph from forgotten corners of history.

People sitting at a cafe table in a historical setting, writing on paper and drinking coffee.

Woman in vintage attire holding a gun, representing forgotten corners of history.

Blonde woman sitting on a stage during a performance with a microphone stand, capturing a forgotten corner of history.

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The other 34% had various reasons, and the most common was the wish to create something physical. ‘To create unique photos’ was the third most popular answer in the survey, especially among young people and those who didn’t have much photographing experience. “Film captures memories and emotions, where digital records light values,” one respondent noted.

A woman pours tea at a table, silhouetted by cooling towers, capturing a forgotten corner of history.

Man with glasses and mustache in a 1966 photo booth, representing a forgotten corner of history.

Two men sitting in chairs by a desert path, capturing a forgotten corner of history.

A misty street scene in an industrial city, featuring historical architecture and vintage cars.

Vintage photo of people in a room, featuring social interactions from forgotten corners of history.

Two people in vintage attire sharing a playful moment, embodying forgotten corners of history.

A historical food stand in an urban setting, with patrons enjoying snacks, showcasing forgotten corners of history.

Woman smiling with a bird perched on her head, capturing a forgotten corner of history.

Women sitting together with a man in vintage attire, capturing a moment from forgotten corners of history.

A woman stands on a Paris street by the Eiffel Tower, representing forgotten corners of history.

Children’s characters posing with a young boy on a bed, showcasing forgotten corners of history.

Group of young people in a vintage setting, capturing forgotten corners of history with distinctive 80s style.

Girl in a red dress posing with toys, showcasing a forgotten moment from history’s interesting corners.

Person in leather jacket, hood up, making a fierce expression in a gravel lot. Forgotten corners of history.

People seated in a curved row, resting against a wall, capturing forgotten corners of history.

Three young men in retro sunglasses and casual outfits holding a boombox on a city street, capturing forgotten history.

Man and woman in gothic setting with skull throne, evoking forgotten corners of history.

He was 23 at the time and not yet appeared in films.

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People dressed in costumes at a vintage bar, depicting a forgotten corner of history.

A woman in 1940s attire, wearing a fur coat and smoking, captures a forgotten corner of history in this intriguing photo.

Elderly woman sitting at a ticket booth with vintage decor, representing forgotten corners of history.

Photographer captures self in mirrors, creating multiple reflections, showcasing a forgotten corner of history.

People walking on winding paths in a foggy industrial area, capturing a forgotten corner of history.

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Vintage photography allows us to travel through time and explore moments we never experienced firsthand. This sentiment is echoed in the striking imagery captured during a journey through London’s empty streets. The art of capturing moments, whether past or present, creates a visual narrative that transcends time.For a beautiful example of this, explore thecaptured essence of a city’s stillnessduring a holiday morning.

Vintage photography allows us to travel through time and explore moments we never experienced firsthand. This sentiment is echoed in the striking imagery captured during a journey through London’s empty streets. The art of capturing moments, whether past or present, creates a visual narrative that transcends time.

For a beautiful example of this, explore thecaptured essence of a city’s stillnessduring a holiday morning.

Poodle sitting by a vintage telephone booth on a city street, capturing a forgotten corner of history.

Two vintage mannequins with detailed faces and short hair, showcasing early 20th-century fashion in a historical setting.

A woman standing on a rooftop with a large flag, a scene from forgotten corners of history captured in black and white.

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Clown in plaid costume leaning against a subway pillar, waiting on an empty platform, from forgotten corners of history.

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Daredevils jumping from windows of a brick building, captured in a forgotten corner of history.

Cynthia became a star. She appeared on the cover of Life magazine’s issue of July 12 1937. People sent her gifts and fan mail. Cartier and Tiffany sent her jewellery, French-American milliner Lilly Daché (c. 1892 – 31 December 1989) designed hats for her, couturiers sent her their latest fashions and furrieries sent minks.

Vintage scene with a woman and man dining, showcasing a forgotten corner of history.

A woman in a crochet top poses with a sword, adding intrigue to forgotten corners of history.

New York City blanketed in snow, historical image showing a street and a sign reading “A Winter Wonderland: 16 inches & falling."

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Woman and child in front of Grand Union store with a protest sign, depicting a forgotten corner of history.

“AT CHRISTMAS OF 1950 I scored really big! I not only got an HO gauge Peco Train Set, I also got my ventriloquist dummy that I named “Peco’s Pete”. He and I wore almost-matching flannel shirts. Sadly, or maybe for the better, my ventriloquist act didn’t go over too well: Pete was getting all the laughs, so I decided to break up the team and let him go his own way. The last time I heard from him, Pete was somewhere in Verona, Italy playing a benefit at a retirement home for old ventriloquists.”

Boy sitting with a ventriloquist dummy in front of a decorated Christmas tree, from forgotten corners of history.

A couple kissing in a forgotten graveyard, illustrating a corner of history.

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