Some advice: “finishing creative projects is a skill in and of itself....

Some advice: “finishing creative projects is a skill in and of itself. if you want to be able to finish large, complex projects, you have to _practice finishing things_. which usually means doing smaller projects.” 💬 Join the discussion on kottke.org →

The Trailer for The Mandalorian and Grogu

Disney dropped the trailer for The Mandalorian and Grogu today, a feature-length film that will debut in theaters in May 2026. As this Star Wars Explained breakdown, er, explains, that the trailer was going to come out earlier but: Word on the street is that it was supposed t…

Panasonic S5 II vs Nikon Z5 II: Which Camera is Worth For Beginners?

A good 24MP full-frame camera offers enough resolution for various needs. It provides good details, autofocus, and great colors, all packed in a sturdy body. While there are multiple options to choose from, today, we look at two models: the Panasonic S5 II and Nikon Z5 II. Both…

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Super Mario Bros. Remastered

Super Mario Bros. Remastered is an open source, fan-created, remastered version of the original Super Mario Bros. The trailer is above. The game includes new levels, custom modes and characters, a custom level editor, and more. You need the SMB1 NES ROM to play it — “none…

Lāhainā Noon (aka zero shadow day) occurs twice a year in the...

Lāhainā Noon (aka zero shadow day) occurs twice a year in the tropics when the sun is directly overhead and vertical objects (like flagpoles) cast no shadows. 💬 Join the discussion on kottke.org →

Is the Fujifilm GFX 50R Still a Good Camera in 2025?

When I published my review of the Fujifilm GFX 50R in 2019, I declared it to be one of the best cameras that I've ever tested. And every time that camera is mentioned, I think back about some of the images I made with it. Perhaps moreso than with any other Fujifilm camera that I…

The Best APS-C Cameras for Landscape Photography

Landscape photographers need devices that offer the best resolution and dynamic range to capture vistas. Then, you can always slap on wide or telephoto lenses to ensure you get the image of your dreams. While many people choose full frame or medium format for this genre, there a…

Call Me Maybe Mashed Up With NIN’s Head Like a Hole

Weird day (fuck, weird week) but this totally totally made it. Some genius took Carly Rae Jepsen’s Call Me Maybe and mashed it up with Nine Inch Nails’ Head Like a Hole: Totesally amazingballs. Way way better than I expected. (via the verge) [This is a vintage post…

It’s Decorative Gourd Season, Motherfuckers. “It’s fall, fuckfaces. You’re either ready to...

It’s Decorative Gourd Season, Motherfuckers. “It’s fall, fuckfaces. You’re either ready to reap this freaky-assed harvest or you’re not.”

The Broncolor Stelos 800 L Redefines Compact Power

Broncolor has long been a leader in premium-quality professional lighting. Its latest release, the Stelos 800 L, makes a strong statement. Compact, powerful, and designed with greater flexibility, the Stelos serves as both a studio workhorse and an outdoor companion for demandin…

Nikon’s Latest Zoom Lens Patent is Disappointing

Nikon cameras and lenses have had a great run so far. The company offered some superb models like AF-S 14-24mm f2.8G ED, AF-S 70-200 mm f2.8G VR II, or AF-S 35 mm f1.4G for DSLR users. Mirrorless users, too, have recently received some great focal ranges. However, the latter is…

A Power that Photography Has Over Video

The other day, I saw an ad in the NYC subway that said that photographs don't have personality -- and that video does. I almost wanted to report it for misinformation because the truth is the opposite. Good video has personality in the same way that good photography has personal…