It's hard to believe this 1994 short was directed by Wes Anderson

You can always tell it's a Wes Anderson movie when you are watching one of his creations. I just love how the films so often blend quirky plots with technical precision, adopting a similar style so that each film already seems familiar. However, it is interesting to take note of how much his filmmaking has evolved since his 1994 short, Bottle Rocket.

The 13-minute film, which would two years later become the feature of the same name, doesn't have Anderson's trademark style that audiences have become accustomed to over the past twenty years. It's shot in black and white, has a jazzy score, and looks and feels more like a Woody Allen flick than a Wes Anderson production.

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'Star Wars' cutaway illustrations by Hans Jenssen and Richard Chasemore

These illustrations by Hans Jenssen and Richard Chasemore explore the inner workings of some of the most famous Star Wars vehicles, from the AT-AT walker to the Millennium Falcon. The interesting part about these images is that they're completely hand drawn, with no help from a computer whatsoever. Prepare to marvel at these wonderful examples of sci-fi art! [h/t: Galactic Academy ]

'The Art of LEGO Scale Modeling' is a book every LEGO enthusiast should have

If you're a LEGO enthusiast, this book is an absolute delight. If you know nothing about those colorful interlocking plastic bricks, this book will save you from ignorance. Compiled by LEGO modelers Dennis Glaasker and Dennis Bosman, The Art of LEGO Scale Modeling "displays amazing, fan-built LEGO recreations of real-life vehicles, showing off every amazing detail with high-quality photographs." The models featured on the 204-page hardcover are truly astounding. There's a four-foot-long ship constructed from more than 20,000 LEGO elements; a Caterpillar bulldozer complete with two motors; a U.S. military aircraft; F1 race cars; trains and other mechanical wonders rendered perfectly in bricks. The Art of LEGO Scale Modeling will be available in bookstores everywhere this month and can be pre-ordered from Amazon.com . [h/t: Car and Driver ]

Unseen Beauty

The winners of the Nikon Small World photo contest have been announced , showcasing truly breathtaking talent under the lens. For over fifty years, this competition has masterfully blended scientific technique with artistry, giving us an unparalleled view into the hidden biome around us. These aren't just macro photos; they are stunning, hyper-detailed portraits that transform ordinary, overlooked specks—from microscopic invertebrates to plant architecture—into monumental subjects. They prove that the greatest jungles often exist in the smallest spaces. This year’s top prize goes to Zhang You from China. His winning image is a perfectly timed and illuminated shot of a rice weevil perched on a grain. With its wings fully extended, the humble insect looks less like a pest and more like an armored shuttle preparing for an epic interplanetary battle. Below are some of my favorites. After seeing these phenomenal close-ups, you'll never look at a speck of dust or a houseplant the sam...

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