An 8K Cinematic Tribute to the Artemis II Mission

Using high-definition open source videos and photos from NASA and his own music, John Boswell (aka Melodysheep) created this mesmerizing eight-minute video recap of the Artemis II mission that enchanted us all back in the spring. Like all of his videos I’ve featured on KDO,…

Because Photoshoots with LEDs are Brain Rot…Try This

There's something to be said for a test where the answers are simply just given to you. I mean, if you do that, then what do you learn? Do you even know how to think critically at that point? If you agree with that statement, then you'll understand what I mean when LEDs give you…

The Past Catalog Archive is a throwback to fun & modest...

The Past Catalog Archive is a throwback to fun & modest personal projects on the web. “There is no reason to keep these old catalogs to myself, or only allow them to be viewed. Share them and let everyone take a trip down memory lane.”

Reading Maps : Journeys from books & films (Moby-Dick,...

Reading Maps: Journeys from books & films (Moby-Dick, Murder on the Orient Express, The Hunt for Red October, The Muppet Movie, etc.) plotted on a map.

CIPA Just Confirmed What Every Camera Brand Was Afraid Of

The camera industry has seen some incredible changes in the past few years. From the launches of stacked sensors and global shutters, to the increase in camera prices and the challenge of finding cost-effective materials, the industry continues to face multifold challenges. Acco…

Work vs gym: a simple way to decide whether to use AI...

Work vs gym: a simple way to decide whether to use AI for a task. “At the gym, it makes no sense for that robot to lift weights for you. The point of weightlifting isn’t to move heavy things across the room; it’s to actually lift those heavy things.”

Is This the Greatest Spy Camera of 2026?

I get and adore the idea of all these small cameras with low resolution sensors and the embrace of vibes more than anything else. And there's something unique and fascinating about the Aries CharmShot Mini. First off, it looks like chapstick -- to be more specific, in my notes I…

DxO FilmPack 8 Review: The Authenticity Digital Photography Needs

Back in the analog era, film was about character and expression of your feelings. In today's digital world, everything coming from modern mirrorless cameras can seem clinically the same. Not all cameras made today and from the last decade or so have the ability to apply in-camer…

TTArtisan 50mm f1.8 Neo Review: The Real Cost of Cheap Lenses

When the TTArtisan 50mm f1.8 Neo was announced in early July, we stated that it looks like an older Canon nifty 50 lens. But that, I specifically mean the one for DSLRs that I reviewed back in 2011; but in some ways, it reminds me of the one that I also reviewed in 2015. You cou…

A Lesson in AI Economics

I am a heavy Photoshop user, and recently upgraded to Photoshop 2026 at Adobe’s robotic insistence. But, when I went to do a “generative fill” on an old photo (in the outlined area above), I was met with this: Fuzzed by that, I hit the View my balance button and got this:…

Maze

Every Sample from Paul’s Boutique by the Beastie Boys

This video catalogs every borrowed sample from Paul’s Boutique by the Beastie Boys, from the soundtrack to Car Wash to the Sugarhill Gang to the Eagles to the Ramones to the Beatles. They play the original first and then what they did with it on the album. Somehow this vi…

“Long live Hyrule jazz!” The Z Suites is “a...

“Long live Hyrule jazz!” The Z Suites is “a modern jazz reinterpretation of the music from The Legend of Zelda”.

Phoblographer Subscribers New Get 15% off VSCO One

The latest subscription benefit for Phoblographer subscribers is 15% off of VSCO One. A little while back, we called it the system that pro photographers don't know they're missing. It includes studio pro, galleries, workspace, sites, film presets, etc. They're also a super ethi…

How Podcasts Ruined America . This is an odd claim and...

How Podcasts Ruined America. This is an odd claim and article. No mention of the clear precursors to right-wing podcasts (talk radio, blogs, Twitter) and the general shift towards less accountability for public speech, esp. by conservatives. 🤔

Pilcrow, Dagger, and Octothorp, Oh My!

So, I don’t know what kind of nerd you are, but my brand of nerdiness dovetails neatly with this video about the origins of some of the most common symbols on your keyboard: #, @, &, §, *, ¶, †, and ‡, as well as ☞. The “and” symbol or ampersand does not l…

Ownday

Thinkings out loud Overheard: "In tech, every bit of progress makes something easy obsolete." Did AI make me believe this? Charley Johnson: AI Can Change Your Mind Without You Noticing Why just brands? WordPress VIP: Future of the Web 2026: Chapter 1: The brand that feels human…

What Climate Science Can Tell Us About the Lost World...

What Climate Science Can Tell Us About the Lost World That Inspired The Odyssey. “A new climate study suggests that centuries of repeated severe drought added to the pressures on that collapsing world.”

This is fun: BoxSquad . Limbs & borders are all draggable.

This is fun: BoxSquad. Limbs & borders are all draggable.

“A Los Angeles Costco parking lot [has] become a...

“A Los Angeles Costco parking lot [has] become a hotspot for skaters over 40. Its long, low curb lets us keep doing tricks on safer, lower-risk terrain […] Curbs represent the twilight of skateboarding, the end being closer than the beginning.” Lovely.

Why Portrait Photographers Should Be Watching Westcott’s FJ100 Launch

Portrait photographers have always relied on additional sources of light. From studio lights to a small flash, each little device can help enhance the mood and look of the scene. Westcott, an Ohio-based lighting manufacturer, has been one of the few to bring new lighting technol…

Does Christopher Nolan Consider Himself a Bard for a Civilization at Dusk?

This 17-minute interview about the Odyssey with Christopher Nolan conducted by philosophy doctoral student Zhong Shu is one of the better ones I’ve seen. The first two questions are: Do you consider yourself a bard for a civilization at dusk? Have you Christianized T…

UK Shoppers Can’t Stop Buying These Cameras

Digital cameras have evolved into brilliant pieces of art today. Many first and third-party brands are developing some spectacular pieces of technology and some are selling like hot cakes on Amazon. Today, we take a look at a few options that photographers in the United Kingdom…

Google Earth stupidly launched an AI image-gen feature...

Google Earth stupidly launched an AI image-gen feature with no guardrails then put it on pause after a huge outcry. “Tonight I typed just one sentence into Google Earth and put refugees near the Mexican border. Then I planted a nuclear plant in Iran.”

The Listening Museum : “36 mechanical keyboards...

The Listening Museum: “36 mechanical keyboards and switches, curated and sound-mapped. From IBM Model M (1985) to Topre to thocky modern customs. Click any card, type on your real keyboard, hear it as if it were on your desk.”

No One Talks About This Sony Lens. Why?

"I'm doing one of those articles where I revisit a product from 10 years ago," is a text that I send to close friends. "This was from my Sony Zeiss 50mm f1.4 review done in 2016. It was shot on a press trip and I was like one of the only photographers using flash." I hated those…

nikitonsky is being grumpy

nikitonsky: I am always afraid this will happen. Thanks @FaviFake for the video #OTP #Paste

Lowepro Goes Greener With the New Fastpack IV Collection

Camera bags are some of the most important accessories ever. It allows one to carry the weight of one's precious gear with ease as they travel the world far and wide in search of stunning scenery. Lowpro is one of the brands that has strived to improve their camera bag portfolio…