Watch the Lonely Speck video review of Sony’s affordable, fast 16mm.
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Lonely Speck Workshops Are Back
After a long hiatus, I’m excited to say that Lonely Speck workshops are officially back!
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The Lonely Speck Discord Server Is Live
Join the Hangout on the Lonely Speck Discord @ 12pm EDT / 9am PDT on July 19, 2025
Over the years, one of the most meaningful parts of running Lonely Speck has been hearing from so many of you. I love getting emails from people sharing photos or asking questions. Some of my favorite conversations and idea starters have been inspired through a quick email or a blog comment, often from a fellow night photographer halfway across the world.
Now, I’m excited to open up a more immediate way for us to connect.
Continue reading “The Lonely Speck Discord Server Is Live – Join the Astrophotography Hangout: July 19, 2025, 12pm EDT”Like a Leica: Build a Leica M6 Rangefinder from the LEGO Creator Retro Camera Kit
Here’s one that’s just for fun. I received the LEGO Creator 3-in-1 Retro Camera 31147 Kit for Christmas. The default build is a nice little retro SLR. It’s a stylish little toy that harkens back to the 1970s or 80s without really looking like any real SLR model in particular. I found it to be a surprisingly detailed and enjoyable set to build, but lacking a bit of character. Rather than sticking with the default build, I decided to see if I could make it look more like a classic Leica M6 rangefinder.
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Join Ian Norman on an astrophotography adventure in the Eastern Sierra in this short film.
Continue reading “Short Film: Eastern Sierra: Astrophotography and Minimalism”Introducing: The Revelion Preset Pack: AI-Powered Tools + Style Pack for Lightroom
Unlock the Full Potential of Your Photography. Fast.
Introducing the Revelion Pack – our most advanced collection of Lightroom presets yet, meticulously crafted over the course of two years. With over 140 presets coupled with Lightroom’s new AI masking capabilities, this pack is designed to significantly enhance and expedite your editing process, allowing you to achieve stunning results with just a few clicks.
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Watch the Lonely Speck video review of the world’s fastest full-frame fisheye lens.
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