So, I got a Holga for Christmas, and I waited and waited and waited some more before I got the courage to actually load the film (I had to read directions people) and take some pictures on that precious film. My initial model was a dear friend of mine who was pregnant at the time. I wanted to take some pregnancy photos of her (because I think pregnant women are absolutely beautiful and she was no exception) so she sat for me, well, she stood for me. 
I shot a whole roll of film (=12 shots) and this, right there, is the only one that turned out. Yup. Not just turned out, it’s the only one that showed up. Evidently the lighting was so low in the house where I took the photos that there really are no photos. So sad, so very sad. Luckily I shot digital that night as well.
The second roll I put on 16 exposure and carried the Holga to TN with us, as well as to Chi-town this last trip. A few more of those turned out, and I’ve learned a few things about the Holga thus far, or at least my ability with the Holga, and those boil down to; pretend it’s a throw-away and you’ll be fine. Case in point:
- shoot close subjects, 5-10 ft tops
- shoot in high light situations/lots of sun or natural light is best
- don’t fucking move. EVAR
- cross your fingers and take back up shots if they’re important moments in time
Have fun with your Holga!
nice thing you got there