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A photographer in Chicago built a huge analogue creation that is sure to challenge the teeny high-tech cameras that much of our world has been shooting with. Can his epic film camera contend against the modern digital cameras of today? Find out after the jump!

On this day, 47 years ago, African American human rights activist Malcolm X was shot dead while preparing to give a speech at a rally. He sustained 21 gunshot wounds. While the iconoclast died prematurely at age 39, his legacy still remains intact today. Read more about one of the most influential African Americans in history after the jump.

When it comes to suspense flicks and psychological thrillers, British filmmaker and producer Alfred Hitchcock has helmed some of the best that the world has known and seen. In this installment of American Masters, let us pay tribute to the brilliant filmmaker and pioneer who has been called "The Master of Suspense."

Aside from cementing her legacy as one of the most exceptional actresses in history, Elizabeth Taylor was also a lover of arts and an avid collector of some fine masterpieces. Nearly a year after her death, her art collection was highly sought after during a recent auction at Christie's. Read more about it after the jump!

With the 84th Academy Awards inching its way closer, we thought of refreshing your memory about some of the most notable movies from different countries. We started out with something from Italy, and today, we bring you a must-watch from Japan.

On this day, 50 years ago, John Hershel Glenn Jr. became the first American astronaut to perform an orbital flight around the Earth. Read about this milestone in space travel after the jump!

Since carnival festivities often include circus elements, it's worth taking a look into one of the best known circus acts to this day: the trapeze. Let's take a look at some beautiful photos of the dauntless trapeze artists taken by LIFE photographer Loomis Dean from the 1950's.

In Hypebeast's latest installment of 'Essentials,' a lovely Diana F+ clone is included in Team Manila co-founder's list of must-haves. Curious? Read more to find out!

Today's advanced technology has enabled artists to use countless ways to create interesting worlds born out of their imagination. Even so, a San Franciso based artist has created her own fantastic sceneries using an interesting analogue method. Learn more about it after the jump!

My offering for today's Analogue Reader installment features an intriguing novel by acclaimed historical novelist Tracy Chevalier, telling the story behind the centuries-old series of tapestries that hangs in a Paris museum to this day.

Japanese artist Takashi Murakami, who is known for his very colorful and playful works of art, has recently unveiled what is most likely one of his most interesting works of art to date. Learn more about it after the jump!

On this day, around 278 A.D. a holy Roman priest named Valentine faced execution under the rule of Emperor Claudius II. Read about the legend behind this day of romance after the jump.

So, it's finally Valentine's Day, and your special someone must be expecting something awesome from you. Worried sick because you don't have anything special to give yet? Don't fret, you can always get an awesome analogue beauty from Lomography for your valentine! Check out some more last-minute gift guides after the jump!

With only one more day left before Valentine's Day, you might want to double-check if you've got the perfect gift for your special someone. If you're still looking, Refinery29 has some suggestions, among them two of Lomography's lovely cameras!

Nearly a month after Kodak announced its move to file for bankruptcy protection, the iconic company finally has a good news for film photographers: it will cease the production of digital equipment but will carry on with its film division. Read more about it after the jump!

The American Old West is one of the world's best known periods, especially made popular by the cowboys. LIFE Magazine has compiled an impressive roster of photographs of the Wild West's quintessential symbol. Let's take a look at some of them after the jump!

If you didn't enjoy your anatomy classes back in high school, I bet you will appreciate it after taking a look at this amazing work of Illinois-based designer and illustrator Dan Beckemeyer. Find out why after the jump!

A lomographer who hails from Sweden, calo says he spent a great part of his life on a volleball court, but nowadays spends time in his summer house on the West Coast. That is, when he's not busy working as an art director and senior partner. Let's learn more about him and take a look at his lomographs after the jump!

Artists and photographers have been creating self-portraits for years, putting themselves at the core of their selected works. However, instead of making her likeness stand out, Chilean artist Cecilia Paredes prefers to conceal herself in her interesting artworks. Learn more about her camouflaged self-portraits after the jump!

Almost a year after it was announced, an exhibition of Cindy Sherman's works will finally open in the Museum of Modern Art. If you're a fan of her many guises, you might want to see all of them in this exhibit. Read the details after the jump!