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This link caught my eye partly because I love gadgets, and partly because, as a writer, this type of decision really concerns me. Well, less ‘concerns’ and more ‘affects me … a lot.’ For artists, the type of medium that’s used is really important for the piece itself. If I were writing for something on paper, for example, I’d take different considerations into mind, compared to if I were writing for the intarwebs.

Currently, newspapers are going into decline because of the increase in internet/computer usage; everything is going digital, and not so much because of the eco considerations so much as the simple matter of convenience (sadly enough). People who read books often enough are starting to use the e-book, too. Which is great. I think it’s great, anyway. But paper industries need to start considering alternatives if they haven’t already (and they should), and I suppose one of those lies in the tablet-news(paper. Newstablet? Newstab? That just sounds violent.).

On a slight tangent, I thought it was really cool in Minority Report when the guy on the train has that newspaper in his hand that looks like paper, but was actually electronic. On that same note, having a newspaper that constantly updates itself is a bad and good thing, in my opinion. We’re definitely in the age of information, but where is that going to take us? Is there a point when there’s simply too much to take in from moment to the next? It feels a bit overwhelming, personally.

Anyway, back on topic. I love the idea of going completely digital, but there’s a certain charm to newspaper that will be missed. Digital will definitely allow for great new innovations in writing, though. That’s what I feel, anyway. I don’t think we’ll ever go into a complete visual/oral culture; writing as an art will always exist. But hopefully it evolves into something much, much better and more exciting as technology continues to advance. :3

Just some food for thought to begin the day. Having said that, I woke up so early today, but writing this post has made me late, hehe.

- Leaf

While I’ve never been a particular fan of insects, bugs and similar (except in very particular situations), I have to admit that this guy’s photography is mind-boggling to the point where you want to admire every single detail captured on his magic camera, insectophobia or not.

Also worth mentioning, he’s done some really fascinating stereogram macros, the kind of pictures which you cross your eyes to see a 3D version. I have no idea how he does this, but it’s probably the coolest set of the lot. xD

Otherwise, if you really, really hate insects to the point where you can’t even look at them without throwing up, here are direct links to his insect-free sets.

I always find macro photography really amazing. It’s the kind of art where it’s not only about having the right tools, but also having the patience, the keen eyes to keep a lookout for such small details, and the speed (and skills!) to capture them when you find them. Something I think I’d never be able to imitate, as I don’t think I’m very observant when it comes to my surroundings. ^^;

Anyway, hit the title to check this guy’s work out!

Via Hawk’s twitter.