I have to laugh when my son toddles around the house babbling gibberish into anything that slightly resembles a phone. In times of despair (like when a public tantrum is brewing) I’ve even let him “chat” on my cell phone. But cell phones (and least my ancient one) are pretty durable. When it comes to cameras … not so much. I learned this lesson the hard way after losing my camera to slippery little hands on an apple-picking excursion. So when I saw this wood one I though it would be perfect for risk-free, pretend picture taking.
There’s no fancy name, it’s simply “wooden camera” from Romp, $26. It’s beautifully crafted in the U.S. from walnut, oak and alder with a non-toxic oil finish. All the parts move so your Ansel Adams in the making can putter away and play photographer by focusing the lens, advancing the film and pushing the shutter.
