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Capture the Orion Nebula using consumer photography hardwareYou do not need an expensive telescope to photograph the cosmos. This video demonstrates how accessible equipment, including point-and-shoot cameras and binoculars, can capture st…
Capture vintage-style photos using nothing but a simple handmade boxStep away from instant digital filters to experience the fundamental science of photography. This guide demonstrates how to construct your own pinhole camera, offering a hands-on …
Captured in 1888, this brief, silent sequence is the oldest surviving motion picture film.In a quiet Yorkshire garden, a few figures stroll in a scene that changed history. Filmed by Louis Le Prince, this short clip predates the commercial cinema era. Though the origin…
Captured officers once won freedom simply by giving their wordIn eighteenth-century Europe, a captured officer could hand over his sword, swear as a gentleman not to escape, and receive comfortable lodgings and the run of the town. Swear nev…
Captured on film: 1930 expedition footage reveals life in the Brazilian wildernessThis silent footage features outtakes from the 1931 film Matto Grosso, the Great Brazilian Wilderness. It captures expedition members and local Bororo people fishing, offering a r…
Captured prisoners at Talas probably did not bring papermaking westA popular tale says the Islamic world learned papermaking in 751, when Chinese craftsmen taken prisoner at the Battle of Talas were forced to reveal the secret. Documents dig hole…
Capturing 32,000-year-old art required a high-stakes, high-tech heistTo film the Chauvet Cave, Werner Herzog had to navigate near-toxic air, strict government restrictions, and experimental 3D technology. The result was a documentary so technically…
Capturing a bottle of vacuum for a Japanese museumWatch as astronauts Steve Bowen and Al Drew perform critical maintenance on the International Space Station. This mission highlights the delicate balance of orbital repair and the…
Capturing a Celebrity Face: The Art of Noticing ReactionsDrawing a celebrity like Brad Pitt isn't about replicating every pore; it is about identifying the specific features that trigger your immediate visual reaction. By translating su…
Capturing a hurricane from 230 miles above the AtlanticWatch how NASA utilized cameras aboard the International Space Station to document Hurricane Katia as it moved across the western Atlantic. This footage provides a unique orbital …
Capturing a nation on the cusp of permanent changeJoin curators Alfred Haft and Emily Williams for a highlights tour of the British Museum's latest exhibition. Discover how Hiroshige’s landscapes and cityscapes documented life in…
Capturing a planet under pressure through the lensJoin host Laura Jacklin for an exclusive preview of the Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibition. This video offers a behind-the-scenes look at the winning images, featuring i…
Capturing an alien leader amidst heavy aerial combatThis video follows a high-stakes mission where new technology fails to stop alien fighters, forcing a desperate attempt to capture an extraterrestrial leader alive.
Capturing high-speed action with the technology already in your pocketThis video explores the potential of modern mobile devices to capture high-speed footage. By leveraging the video capabilities found in almost every pocket today, the experiment d…
Capturing India's rarest wildlife through the lens of photographer Kalyan VarmaJoin wildlife photographer Kalyan Varma on an expedition to document India's distinct animal species. This feature offers a rare look at the process of photographing creatures fou…
Capturing the ancient soul and dramatic landscapes of West TexasJoin National Geographic photographer Tara Kerzhner as she explores the breathtaking beauty of Big Bend. This video follows her journey through desert ridgelines, ancient geologic…
Capturing the atmosphere in real-time with 30-second weather updatesNASA and NOAA are preparing to launch GOES-R, the first in a new series of advanced geostationary satellites. This mission represents a significant leap in how we monitor our plan…
Capturing the celestial dance: The art of imaging star trailsProfessor Ian Morison bridges the gap between rigorous science and creative photography. Watch as he explains how to capture the visible motion of stars, turning a fleeting astron…
Capturing the Chaos of a Miniature Fire TornadoNatural fire tornadoes are terrifying displays of atmospheric power. This video explores how to replicate that same mesmerizing phenomenon on a tabletop scale, demonstrating two d…
Capturing the complex dance of light and reflection in 3D spaceRendering realistic light is one of the hardest challenges in computer graphics. This video showcases how new techniques can finally simulate intricate reflections and light patte…
Capturing the complex layers of movement and speech in human interactionResearchers analyzing video recordings of French and Swiss German conversations, along with animal interactions, found that social action relies on a complex web of synchronized m…
Capturing the cosmos for the world's most immersive planetarium experiencesThe European Southern Observatory's Fulldome Expedition sends professional photographers to Chile to capture high-resolution imagery. This behind-the-scenes look reveals the rigor…
Capturing the cosmos with the No Man's Sky Pathfinder updateExplore the latest visual and mechanical evolution in No Man's Sky. This video examines how the Pathfinder release introduces new ways to traverse and customize your journey throu…
Capturing the daily lives of modern Mongolian nomads at the turn of the millenniumIn 2000, researchers documented the realities of life on the Mongolian steppes. This footage provides a rare, unedited glimpse into the diverse experiences of local people, offeri…
Capturing the daily reality of Mongolian nomadic life at the turn of the millenniumIn the summer of 2000, researchers documented the lives of Mongolian nomads to prepare for a museum exhibition. This footage provides an unvarnished look at the Mongolian steppes,…
Capturing the daily reality of nomadic life in post-Soviet Mongolia at the millenniumIn 2000, researchers documented the lives of Mongolian citizens to prepare for a museum exhibition. This footage provides an unfiltered look at the nation's transition, featuring …
Capturing the deliberate pace of life in Earth's last EdensWatch as a camera crew attempts to document the hatchlings of the Galapagos Giant Tortoise. In a world defined by human speed, these creatures offer a rare glimpse into a pace of …- Capturing the elusive movements of nocturnal flying squirrelsFilming nocturnal wildlife requires more than just patience; it demands navigating the logistical hurdles of remote, untouched wilderness. This footage captures flying squirrels i…
- Capturing the Eye: Monitoring Hurricane Katia from 230 Miles AboveWitness how orbital technology allows us to track massive weather systems in real-time. This footage shows the International Space Station capturing a high-altitude perspective of…
Capturing the fleeting majesty of Earth's last wild EdensExplore how filmmakers captured the San Rafael glacier in Patagonia, one of the world's fastest-melting ice structures. This footage offers a rare look at an ecosystem preserved f…
Capturing the hidden drama of Asia's most extreme landscapesGo behind the scenes of a journey across Earth's largest continent. This video explores the immense effort required to film rare wildlife and dramatic natural wonders, from frozen…
Capturing the hidden mechanics of butterfly behavior with high-speed cinematographyThis video utilizes the Phantom Miro 320S camera to document butterflies engaging in the behavior known as puddling. By capturing this natural phenomenon in slow motion, the foota…
Capturing the hidden movements of Amazonian wildlife with high-speed camera technologyDestin Sandlin travels to the Amazon to document local wildlife using specialized high-speed photography. This video highlights the technical effort behind capturing incredible sl…- Capturing the International Space Station as it transits the 2017 solar eclipseDestin Sandlin documents his attempt to film the International Space Station crossing the sun during the 2017 solar eclipse. This video highlights the technical preparation and sp…
Capturing the intricate dance of a handheld Tesla coil at 28,000 frames per second.This video examines a handheld musical Tesla coil, showcasing its operation through high-speed footage captured at 28,000 frames per second. It provides a look at the device's per…
Capturing the invisible collision between our planet and the sun's solar windThe Smile mission is an upcoming space project designed to observe how solar wind interacts with the magnetic shield surrounding Earth. This video introduces the mission's goals, …
Capturing the invisible physics of shock waves with high-speed imaging technologyThis video utilizes advanced high-speed camera technology to visualize the complex shock waves produced by a suppressor. It offers a rare, slow-motion look at fluid dynamics in ac…
Capturing the invisible: how humanity photographed a supermassive black holeFor the first time in history, we have a visual record of a black hole. This video explores the global scientific feat required to capture an image of an object billions of light-…
Capturing the invisible: how to master high-speed photography in your own garageHigh-speed photography is more accessible than you might assume. This video demonstrates how to capture fleeting moments using basic equipment, showing that professional-looking r…
Capturing the invisible: visualizing shockwaves with ultra-high-speed Schlieren photographyThis video explores the physics of shockwaves by utilizing Schlieren imagery, a technique that makes invisible density changes in air visible. It is worth watching to see how high…
Capturing the night sky requires more than just a camera and a clear view.Astrophotography is a blend of technical precision and artistic patience. While modern gear makes it accessible, success relies on mastering manual settings, understanding light, …- Capturing the nocturnal beauty of the Chilean Atacama desert skyThis video profiles the skilled photographers who document the celestial displays above the European Southern Observatory's Very Large Telescope. Discover how these artists transf…
Capturing the nomadic rhythms of the Mongolian steppesStep into the summer of 2000 through archival footage documenting the diverse lifestyles and daily traditions of people living across the Mongolian landscape.
Capturing the nomadic spirit of the Mongolian steppesThis archival footage from 2000 offers a rare glimpse into Mongolian life. Through extensive interviews and scenes of the steppes, the video documents the diverse lifestyles and c…
Capturing the physics of honey for digital worldsHow do you teach a computer to replicate the gooey, sluggish behavior of real honey? This video explores a new method for translating physical properties into accurate virtual sim…
Capturing the pulse of Mongolian life at the turn of the millenniumIn the summer of 2000, researchers documented the daily experiences of Mongolians to prepare for a major museum exhibition. This footage offers a raw, unedited glimpse into both n…
Capturing the raw power of a racehorse in super slow motionWatch as high-speed cameras capture the intense physical effort of a racehorse in extreme slow motion, demonstrating the incredible horsepower required to maintain such speeds.
Capturing the reality of modern Mongolian nomadic life at the turn of the millenniumIn the summer of 2000, researchers traveled to the Mongolian steppes to document the daily lives of nomads. This footage offers an unedited look at a culture in transition, provid…
Capturing the shifting landscapes of nomadic life in MongoliaStep into the summer of 2000 to witness an ethnographic archive of Mongolian life, documenting the traditions and personal histories of people living on the steppes.
Capturing the shifting shape of our galaxy's central supermassive black holeAstronomers using the Event Horizon Telescope observed Sagittarius A*, the supermassive black hole at the center of our Milky Way. By analyzing data from 2017, they found that the…
Capturing the slippery nature of our internal livesVirginia Woolf is renowned for her ability to map the complex interiority of the human mind. This video explores how she translates subjective experience into prose, helping you n…- Capturing the soul of the Texas Gulf CoastJoin photographer Tara Kerzhner as she explores the unique landscapes of Corpus Christi. This National Geographic feature offers a visual journey through the spirit and essence of…
Capturing the split-second brilliance of a muzzle flash in high-speed photography.This video explores the technical challenge of photographing a muzzle flash. It offers a behind-the-scenes look at the effort required to capture these fleeting moments, demonstra…
Capturing the sweet and tart essence of fresh gooseberriesWatch as Julie visits Nana Murphy to harvest gooseberries and transform them into a vibrant, sweet and tart jelly.
Capturing the ultimate dark: How we photographed a black holeFor decades, imaging a black hole was considered physically impossible without a telescope the size of the Earth. This video explores how Katie Bouman and a global team of astrono…
Capturing the unseen moments behind Radiohead's legendary careerGo behind the scenes with Radiohead bassist Colin Greenwood. This episode explores his journey from the stage to the lens, documenting the intimate, working lives of his bandmates.
Capturing the vibrant traditions of Guatemala's Easter festivalsStep into the late 1940s and early 1950s through rare footage of Guatemalan festivities, featuring elaborate Roman soldier reenactments and Maya-inspired costumes.
Capturing the violent destruction of a Prince Rupert's Drop at extreme high speedThis video utilizes high-speed cinematography, capturing footage at 456,522 frames per second, to observe the explosive shattering of a Prince Rupert's Drop when encased in epoxy …
Capturing the world's oceans requires more than just a steady handBehind the breathtaking visuals of Blue Planet II lies a massive logistical operation. This video explores the specific roles and technical expertise required to film some of the …
Capua was once a rival to Rome, famous for its luxury and gladiatorial schools.Known as the City of Marshes, Capua rose to become a powerhouse of ancient Italy. It was a vital hub of commerce and military strategy, eventually becoming so influential that it …