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The Curious Case of Japan’s First Pro Photographer Who Literally Buried His Legacy

The BBC is shining a light on the story of Ukai Gyokusen, Japan’s first professional photographer, who buried his glass negatives, nearly erasing his legacy. [Read More]

How to Build a ‘Simple’ Focus Stacking System

Each year, my photographic instrumentation students build very simple focus stacking systems. After several years, I decided to construct a more advanced version that could move a stepper-motor-driven stage to precise[…]

Apple Quietly Edits iPhone Ads in South Korea That Offended Men

Apple’s launch of the iPhone 17 Air, the thinnest iPhone in history, has drawn attention not only for the device itself but also for a subtle but crucial change in its[…]