London Mooch
Rochelle Canteen never fails: octopus braised with a surprising herbal sweetness, cod over creamed corn, and the walled garden in summer at its best. Clever, comforting food without ego.
Photography
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Prime Time with Iain Farrell
Prime Lenses has grown from a modest creative project into 80+ thoughtful conversations with photographers, including Joel Meyerowitz. Eschewing gear talk so prevalent in the podcast brosphere, it enthusiastically captures the joy of craft, creativity, and the voices shaping photography today.
Culture
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Visual Culture of Football
Reforming the visual culture of football through the success and popularity of the women's game.
The new 'gram?
First impressions of Irys, a new ad-free social app by Alan Schaller with grand ambitions. Primarily focused on still photography and community but taking an ethical design approach, unlike Meta.
Barbican Estate Views
I used to live in Chancery Lane and then moved to Shoreditch so my local area and route into Clerkenwell
Everything Changed in an Instant
Mr. Polaroid tells the little-known story of the man behind the camera, Edwin Land.
The Nature of Competition
A photography contest disqualification sparks debate over rigid rule enforcement versus artistic expression. While truth-altering edits should be barred, applying rules without nuance in art contexts risks stifling creativity. Should judgment override blanket policies in creative competitions?
Vietnam & Conflict Photography
The war — and its images — changed America, aggravating divisions, exacerbating distrust and making it harder for the country to agree on America’s historical and future role in global affairs.
Of Vemeer & AI
An exploration of baroque painting style using Gen AI and a simple prompt strategy.
Monthly Curation - April '25
Curated links and short commentary related to creativity, innovation, conservation, design and world affairs.
Nightbirds Editorial - Nick Knight
Iconic fashion photographer Nick Knight shoots the latest couture collections featuring Lulu Tenney for Harpers Bazaar Italia.
Helium Labs He3 - User Review
The He3 by Helium Design Lab enhances Leica Q-series ergonomics with a CNC-machined aluminium grip, Apple AirTag integration, and seamless battery/SD card access. Its high-quality build, modular design, and Arca-Swiss compatibility make it a worthy investment for improved handling and functionality.