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Selfie-snapping photographer falls into Mount Vesuvius

Mount Vesuvius. Getty Images Generally speaking, it’s not a good idea to climb into the crater of an active volcano, no matter how tempting the photo op may be. One unlucky American photographer recently learned this the hard way when they dropped their phone and then themself into the crater of Mount Vesuvius. The tourist… Continue reading Selfie-snapping photographer falls into Mount Vesuvius

The James Webb Space Telescope’s first 5 images deliver stunning views of the universe

NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope reveals emerging stellar nurseries and individual stars in the Carina Nebula that were previously obscured. NASA, ESA, CSA, and STScI This post has been updated. It was originally published on July 11, 2022. Puffy gas giants. Cosmic clashes. Stellar nurseries. This morning, NASA presented an additional four images from the… Continue reading The James Webb Space Telescope’s first 5 images deliver stunning views of the universe

21 Poses to Try When Photographing Men

While photos of male models were once limited to underwear ads with six-pack abs, the field is changing—for the better. With major brands turning to street-casting and alternative modeling agencies, photographers now have more freedom to experiment with how they portray male individuality and masculinity. Masculinity is complex and multi-faceted; it means something different for… Continue reading 21 Poses to Try When Photographing Men

Leica just had its best financial year ever. Wait, what?

The Leica M11, released in January 2022, likely contributed to the brand’s exceptional financial year. Dan Bracaglia It’s safe to say Leica is crushing it. The Wetzlar, Germany-based company just announced that the 2021/22 financial year was its best on record—a record that stretches back 100 years. Given the COVID-19 pandemic and global supply chain… Continue reading Leica just had its best financial year ever. Wait, what?

Peter van Agtmael grapples with chronicling the post-9/11 era

A women sob as soldiers arrest their family. “It was one of my first raids in Iraq. At the time, I felt almost no emotion. I was consumed by the novelty and the mania. We got back to the base as the sun was beginning to rise. I opened the door to my trailer and… Continue reading Peter van Agtmael grapples with chronicling the post-9/11 era

Best iPad keyboards cases of 2022

Stan Horaczek Best overall Zagg Pro Keys Check Price This is the most flexible iPad keyboard case you’ll find. Best for iPad Pro Apple Magic Keyboard Check Price Apple’s pricey case option provides a superior typing experience. Best with trackpad Logitech Folio Touch Check Price It also neatly holds onto an Apple Pencil. Try typing… Continue reading Best iPad keyboards cases of 2022

Polaroid Go review: instant fun & convenience at a small cost

Polaroid recently released the world’s tiniest instant camera in two new colors, red and black. Marissa Wu Instant photos sure pack a nostalgic punch. Maybe it’s the tangible aspect of a real photo in your hands instead of one floating in the cloud. Maybe it’s the way the images come out just a little imperfect… Continue reading Polaroid Go review: instant fun & convenience at a small cost