LOMO

Don't Think Just Shoot

Monheim Fabian

The Lomo camera, an icon of mid-20th century Russian design, is perceived as unable to take a bad picture, due to the unique glass lens and capability for handling low-light levels. This antidote to all things digital and slick has found a vast international following of people who use it to document every aspect of their lives. It has spawned fan clubs and competitions the world over, culminating in the 2001 final in Cuba. "Lomo: Don't Think Just Shoot!" features many images by keen Lomographers, alongside facts, figures, anecdotes and ravings. This lively book charts the visual language, history and lifestyles of a unique cult: an extraordinary camera and its global audience.

About the Author

Fabian Monheim is a graphic designer and Lomo enthusiast. He initiated the UK Lomographic movement and is a curator of the London Lomo Gallery. He is co-founder of Fly Productions, a studio that has created exhibitions for the British Council and the Barbican Gallery, London; restaurant and club interiors in London, Tokyo and Hiroshima; spreads for "Time Out" and "Dazed & Confused" magazines and projects for clients including Issey Miyake, Yves Saint Laurent and Cartier.

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