50 years of climate change has changed the face of the 'Blue Marble' from space
(bbc.com)
The "Blue Marble" was the first photograph of the whole Earth and the only one ever taken by a human. Fifty years on, new images of the planet reveal visible changes to the Earth's surface.
The "Blue Marble" was the first photograph of the whole Earth and the only one ever taken by a human. Fifty years on, new images of the planet reveal visible changes to the Earth's surface.
US Steel Portfolio of Possibilities - the future through the eyes of the 60s
(flickr.com)
A look at the future through the eyes of the 1960s.
A look at the future through the eyes of the 1960s.
An image of the Australian desert illuminates satellite pollution
(thisiscolossal.com)
In January 2021, Joshua Rozells ventured out into the Pinnacles Desert in Western Australia, intending to photograph a star trail. But after shooting for more than three hours and reviewing his images, he realized that the light patterns he captured weren’t what he had hoped for.
In January 2021, Joshua Rozells ventured out into the Pinnacles Desert in Western Australia, intending to photograph a star trail. But after shooting for more than three hours and reviewing his images, he realized that the light patterns he captured weren’t what he had hoped for.
Ref Butts and Slam Dunks: What It's Like Photographing an NBA Game
(petapixel.com)
Distance is not a problem. Photographers at NBA games are so close that referees, coaches, and players can block their shots.
Distance is not a problem. Photographers at NBA games are so close that referees, coaches, and players can block their shots.
CN Tower, Behind the Scenes (2014)
(roadwolf.ca)
Here are some of the photos from back in my radio station engineer days. The following are some photos of the CN Tower, behind the scenes.
Here are some of the photos from back in my radio station engineer days. The following are some photos of the CN Tower, behind the scenes.
Which year: guess which year each photo was taken
(whichyr.com)
Challenge your visual memory by guessing when photos were taken in this addictive and educational game.
Challenge your visual memory by guessing when photos were taken in this addictive and educational game.
Strip EXIF Data Out of Your Image Files Before Posting
(sheep.horse)
When I received this email from a very nice reader I knew exactly what they were talking about and it was very much not what I want.
When I received this email from a very nice reader I knew exactly what they were talking about and it was very much not what I want.
It never happened–but the picture says it did: 28 fake images that fooled world
(theguardian.com)
From the pope in a puffer to the Princess of Wales and family, baby Hitler to Mussolini on horseback, people have always manipulated photographs, whether for political power, image control – or just for fun …
From the pope in a puffer to the Princess of Wales and family, baby Hitler to Mussolini on horseback, people have always manipulated photographs, whether for political power, image control – or just for fun …
Fake images that fooled the world
(theguardian.com)
From the pope in a puffer to the Princess of Wales and family, baby Hitler to Mussolini on horseback, people have always manipulated photographs, whether for political power, image control – or just for fun …
From the pope in a puffer to the Princess of Wales and family, baby Hitler to Mussolini on horseback, people have always manipulated photographs, whether for political power, image control – or just for fun …
45-year mystery behind eerie photo from The Shining is believed to be solved
(cbc.ca)
It's a moment etched in horror movie history. In Stanley Kubrick's 1980 horror classic The Shining, the camera zooms in toward a black-and-white photograph hanging in the hallway of the Overlook Hotel. It's dated July 4, 1921. Dead centre stands Jack Torrance — played by Jack Nicholson — smiling in a crowd of partygoers. But the photo wasn't taken on set with extras. It was a real photo from the 1920s, and Nicholson's face had been superimposed over someone.
It's a moment etched in horror movie history. In Stanley Kubrick's 1980 horror classic The Shining, the camera zooms in toward a black-and-white photograph hanging in the hallway of the Overlook Hotel. It's dated July 4, 1921. Dead centre stands Jack Torrance — played by Jack Nicholson — smiling in a crowd of partygoers. But the photo wasn't taken on set with extras. It was a real photo from the 1920s, and Nicholson's face had been superimposed over someone.
Levitating Bugs with Sound Could Transform Scientific Photography
(petapixel.com)
Scientists used precisely controlled soundwaves to suspend insect specimens, capturing detailed photographs from multiple angles without damaging the specimens.
Scientists used precisely controlled soundwaves to suspend insect specimens, capturing detailed photographs from multiple angles without damaging the specimens.
Astrophotographers Help Scientists Solve Mystery of 'Sprite Fireworks'
(petapixel.com)
A pair of astrophotographers teamed up with scientists to help them solve the mystery of “sprite fireworks.”
A pair of astrophotographers teamed up with scientists to help them solve the mystery of “sprite fireworks.”
The Treachery of Image Files (2020)
(beyondloom.com)
I have recently come into possession of a series of exquisite miniatures which I pray are worthy of your esteemed attention.
I have recently come into possession of a series of exquisite miniatures which I pray are worthy of your esteemed attention.
The Greatest Motorcycle Photo
(life.com)
Not only did Rollie Free set the world speed record for a motorcycle back in 1948—he looked darn good doing it.
Not only did Rollie Free set the world speed record for a motorcycle back in 1948—he looked darn good doing it.
We asked camera companies why their RAW formats are all different and confusing
(theverge.com)
When you set up a new camera, or even go to take a picture on some smartphones, you’re presented with a key choice: JPG or RAW?
When you set up a new camera, or even go to take a picture on some smartphones, you’re presented with a key choice: JPG or RAW?
Amateur photographers hope to fix Wikipedia's 'terrible' pictures
(bbc.com)
Wikipedia is one of the most visited websites in the world but, by the admission of some of its own volunteer editors, it suffers from a persistent problem - terrible pictures, particularly of celebrities.
Wikipedia is one of the most visited websites in the world but, by the admission of some of its own volunteer editors, it suffers from a persistent problem - terrible pictures, particularly of celebrities.
Ente Photos v1
(ente.io)
As a programmer, it's a bit embarrassing to admit that it took us 40,000+ commits to release the first major version – v1 – of a photos app.
As a programmer, it's a bit embarrassing to admit that it took us 40,000+ commits to release the first major version – v1 – of a photos app.
Total lunar eclipse over Teide crater, Tenerife – a project with many obstacles
(lrtimelapse.com)
Rarely have I thought so often about abandoning a photography project as during this lunar eclipse on Tenerife. Somehow, everything seemed to conspire against us this time. This is the story of an elaborately planned photo project where almost everything went wrong, but perseverance ultimately paid off. But let’s start from the beginning…
Rarely have I thought so often about abandoning a photography project as during this lunar eclipse on Tenerife. Somehow, everything seemed to conspire against us this time. This is the story of an elaborately planned photo project where almost everything went wrong, but perseverance ultimately paid off. But let’s start from the beginning…
First Known Photographs of Living Specimens
(inaturalist.org)
To my great surprise, I just realised it's been more than two and a half years since I last wrote a journal post for this project!
To my great surprise, I just realised it's been more than two and a half years since I last wrote a journal post for this project!
When Gaussian Splatting Meets 19th Century 3D Images
(shkspr.mobi)
Depending on which side of the English Channel / La Manche you sit on, photography was invented either by Englishman Henry Fox Talbot in 1835 or Frenchman Louis Daguerre in 1839.
Depending on which side of the English Channel / La Manche you sit on, photography was invented either by Englishman Henry Fox Talbot in 1835 or Frenchman Louis Daguerre in 1839.
Scoping a Local-First Image Archive
(scottishstoater.com)
For years, I’ve been thinking about how we store and access our digital files, especially photos.
For years, I’ve been thinking about how we store and access our digital files, especially photos.
Samsung "space zoom" moon photos are faked by AI (2023)
(reddit.com)
Many of us have witnessed the breathtaking moon photos taken with the latest zoom lenses, starting with the S20 Ultra. Nevertheless, I've always had doubts about their authenticity, as they appear almost too perfect. While these images are not necessarily outright fabrications, neither are they entirely genuine. Let me explain.
Many of us have witnessed the breathtaking moon photos taken with the latest zoom lenses, starting with the S20 Ultra. Nevertheless, I've always had doubts about their authenticity, as they appear almost too perfect. While these images are not necessarily outright fabrications, neither are they entirely genuine. Let me explain.
Blue Ghost lander captures sunset shots on moon before falling silent
(phys.org)
A private lunar lander has captured the first high-definition sunset pictures from the moon.
A private lunar lander has captured the first high-definition sunset pictures from the moon.
Help Identify the Photographer Who Captured Many Images of 1960s San Francisco
(smithsonianmag.com)
Discovered in an abandoned storage locker, the 2,042 processed color slides and 102 rolls of black-and-white film depict key moments in the city’s history
Discovered in an abandoned storage locker, the 2,042 processed color slides and 102 rolls of black-and-white film depict key moments in the city’s history