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Behind the Viral Photos of Will Smith Slapping Chris Rock at the Oscars

Will Smith (R) hits Chris Rock as Rock spoke on stage during the 94th Academy Awards in Hollywood, Los Angeles, California, U.S., March 27, 2022. REUTERS/Brian Snyder Actor Will Smith made international headlines when he walked onto the stage at the Oscars and slapped comedian Chris Rock in the face. Reuters photographer Brian Snyder recorded the unexpected moment in 10 frames without even…
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23 of the Best Storm Photos of the Year

Well-known storm photographer Mike Olbinski created the annual Storm Photos of the Year contest as a way to help the public recognize the dedication of both professional and amateur storm photographers. Storm photography is often considered one of the most…
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How I Attached a Camera Remote to a Handheld Light Pole

I occasionally like to do some light painting with strobes. To make that easier, I ripped off the legs of an old light stand so that it is just a handheld pole with a light. I also wanted to be able to control my camera with a remote when holding the light so that I can operate my camera on a tripod and do everything without an assistant. The Evolution of a DIY Holder At first, I had the remote…
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Photographer Shoots 2 Million Photos to Show the Moon’s ‘Wobble’

Astrophotographer Andrew McCarthy shot over 2 million individual photos to show how the Moon appears to dance or “wobble” in the sky when observed from Earth over the course of a month. McCarthy set out in early February to capture an entire “lunation,” or a lunar day, which occurs over the course of roughly one calendar Earth month (29.5 Earth days, to be more precise). He paid…
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Fujifilm confirms film prices will increase by up to 60%

Fujifilm has announced it is raising the price of its photographic film and paper as a result of ‘soaring raw materials, transportation costs, etc., as well as the decline in demand.’ In a rather simple press release shared on Fujifilm’s website, the company says it…
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Canon Unveils Lacquered Wood Tableware Inspired by its Lens Hoods

Canon has partnered with a family of artisans who specialize in a specific type of lacquered woodwork to produce a limited run of tablewear inspired by its lens hoods. Canon worked jointly with the Alvori Company and Takumitou Lacquerware to create the set of lacquered wooden dishes and cups. Alvori has been working with craftsmen to create unique products that utilize traditional…
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