Loading video...

Video Failed to Load

There was a problem loading this video. This could be due to a temporary network issue or the video might be unavailable.

Water caustics improvements: - Added a "focal depth" with max "sharpness", caustics get smoother away from the focal depth - Voronoi octaves added+multiplied (n1+n2+n1*n2) to make overlaps extra bright - Slight chromatic dispersion, amplified at focal depth

Charlie Callahan

1,924 subscribers

21,717 views • 1 month ago •via X (Twitter)

Anya Rossi• Live Now

Private livecam show

26 Comments

gsimone1 month ago

it reads WAY too much like voronoi and I think it's generally overdone, try subtler!

Charlie Callahan1 month ago

I might tone it down a little bit, but cant decide

davidsong1 month ago

@ggsimm I think it needs toning down a little bit but not much. It's one of those things you become blind to after hours and hours of testing and need a fresh pair of eyes on it later on.

Charlie Callahan1 month ago

@ggsimm Thanks for the feedback, il definitely tone it down a bit. Its true that its hard to be objective after staring at something for too long like this

Fredrik Giro1 month ago

maybee weaken the caustics abit?

André1 month ago

This looks beautiful

Charlie Callahan1 month ago

Thank you!

BreadAndGames1 month ago

Amazing ! What soft are you working with ?

Charlie Callahan1 month ago

I wrote the game engine myself

BreadAndGames1 month ago

Then I am super mega impressed here ... I don't even know how you get started with building you own engine ! 😅

Kieran1 month ago

That looks amazing

simm3rsive1 month ago

gorgeous

Charlie Callahan1 month ago

Thank you 🙏

mattmac1 month ago

Have you tried driving the caustics from actual wave surface curvature? I’ve seen it done, but only once, in Lux Water for Unity, I believe.

Charlie Callahan1 month ago

Tried it a little bit then decided it was hard to get it to look right. Too much other stuff to work on

Mr Pixel | Driftania 🏝1 month ago

Very nice water! 🤩

Käy Vriend 🍁1 month ago

Sweet! I guess you could also drive a mip bias for a caustics texture by distance from the water surface or world depth and have it visually blur as you go deeper.

KingDankKush1 month ago

Looks awesome! 👏

Charlie Callahan1 month ago

Thank you 🙏

Abyeon1 month ago

Could it get larger the further from the surface it is?

Charlie Callahan1 month ago

I think instead of getting larger, it would get less "focused" and dimmer further down, until eventually it disappears

Komickaze @ RDC261 month ago

Gorgeous! Now port it to Roblox. 😁

Jack 🐻🌲1 month ago

I'd take a dip. Looks good.

Charlie Callahan1 month ago

Thanks, glad you like it

cryptomanavan ☀️1 month ago

Ok, DAMN. 👌🔥

JackZ·杰克周1 month ago

looks amazing is this ThreeJs or other Engine ?

Related Videos

I’ve taken the #threejs water realism to the next level! Now with RGB distortion in the caustics, we get even more realistic, colorful light projections. The water movement has been improved to flow naturally, with optimizations for smoother performance. Plus, I’ve added a post-processing effect that simulates underwater distortion, complete with a dynamic waterline when the camera is partially submerged. After diving in, watch out for realistic water droplets on the screen! Stay tuned for the live link coming soon! 🌊💧. You can watch the video with better quality on my YouTube Channel. #threejsJourney #creativecoding #r3f

I’ve taken the #threejs water realism to the next level! Now with RGB distortion in the caustics, we get even more realistic, colorful light projections. The water movement has been improved to flow naturally, with optimizations for smoother performance. Plus, I’ve added a post-processing effect that simulates underwater distortion, complete with a dynamic waterline when the camera is partially submerged. After diving in, watch out for realistic water droplets on the screen! Stay tuned for the live link coming soon! 🌊💧. You can watch the video with better quality on my YouTube Channel. #threejsJourney #creativecoding #r3f

Anderson Mancini

214,435 views • 1 year ago

I created my own custom water material and underwater post process material in UEFN! It uses distance fields to create foam and ripples around objects on the surface and I can also add algae/pondscum to the surface. I plan on adding more features to this material soon! For underwater, I project a caustics material along surface normals in the underwater post process material as well as using scene depth to make things up close appear clear and things farther away appear not as clear. #UEFN #Fortnite

I created my own custom water material and underwater post process material in UEFN! It uses distance fields to create foam and ripples around objects on the surface and I can also add algae/pondscum to the surface. I plan on adding more features to this material soon! For underwater, I project a caustics material along surface normals in the underwater post process material as well as using scene depth to make things up close appear clear and things farther away appear not as clear. #UEFN #Fortnite

PixelatedDreams 🍔

14,020 views • 1 year ago

No Three.js. No fake web-based depth-of-field or focal-length emulation. Customize in web, render in Blender. While everyone is vibe-coding apps for flat pattern generators, or at most Three.js-based 3D scenes, we’re already one step ahead. We built an app that lets you use a web UI to control an actual Blender 3D render. Eevee engine is used for streaming quick previews back into the app, while Cycles renders the final image for better material quality and lighting. So simple to use that you can even give it to your client. Of course, built with Toolcraft.

No Three.js. No fake web-based depth-of-field or focal-length emulation. Customize in web, render in Blender. While everyone is vibe-coding apps for flat pattern generators, or at most Three.js-based 3D scenes, we’re already one step ahead. We built an app that lets you use a web UI to control an actual Blender 3D render. Eevee engine is used for streaming quick previews back into the app, while Cycles renders the final image for better material quality and lighting. So simple to use that you can even give it to your client. Of course, built with Toolcraft.

Alex Barashkov

76,542 views • 2 months ago

In depth look at the Tesla Cybercab This gives us the clearest view so far of the refined interior and exterior tweaks: • Frameless windows for a cleaner look • Updated front bumper with a longer lower splitter • Minor revisions to the rear hatch • Full production-style front lightbar that integrates the headlights • Fresh wheel covers • Redesigned dashboard and door panels inside • New carpeting material throughout the cabin • Refined seat cushions and revised center cupholders • Upgraded powered door mechanisms • Added license plate mount • Dual windshield wipers (up from just one on the early prototype)

In depth look at the Tesla Cybercab This gives us the clearest view so far of the refined interior and exterior tweaks: • Frameless windows for a cleaner look • Updated front bumper with a longer lower splitter • Minor revisions to the rear hatch • Full production-style front lightbar that integrates the headlights • Fresh wheel covers • Redesigned dashboard and door panels inside • New carpeting material throughout the cabin • Refined seat cushions and revised center cupholders • Upgraded powered door mechanisms • Added license plate mount • Dual windshield wipers (up from just one on the early prototype)

Tesla Owners Silicon Valley

19,911 views • 9 months ago

A Turkish father of three on holiday in Alanya, on the pier of a hotel in Konaklı, looks at the water, then runs the rope even though the signs say it is forbidden. Arif Erman, 39, from Sapanca, goes over head first into about fifty centimetres of sea. There is no depth under him. The splash is almost nothing. The lifeguard is already in. They get him out with his neck broken from the bottom, take him to hospital, and he dies there. One jump on a family holiday in Türkiye and he does not come home.

A Turkish father of three on holiday in Alanya, on the pier of a hotel in Konaklı, looks at the water, then runs the rope even though the signs say it is forbidden. Arif Erman, 39, from Sapanca, goes over head first into about fifty centimetres of sea. There is no depth under him. The splash is almost nothing. The lifeguard is already in. They get him out with his neck broken from the bottom, take him to hospital, and he dies there. One jump on a family holiday in Türkiye and he does not come home.

ChaosLensX

47,365 views • 27 days ago

Pushed another 2021 Unreal Engine experiment through LTX in ComfyUI! Not perfect, but look at those free waves! 🌊 Back in 2021, I was exploring the first version of Metahumans and ray tracing, trying to figure out how to generate water displacement. It’s crazy to see this extra layer of detail now on top of it. Although not all shots resulted in good waterflow direction . Combined a line-art + depth pre-processor to generate the shot guide. Also used these line-art generations in Nano Banana 2 to get the new first and last frames. Some shots are still tricky to get right if you want to keep control over the shot, especially the last shot with nothing in the end frame.

Pushed another 2021 Unreal Engine experiment through LTX in ComfyUI! Not perfect, but look at those free waves! 🌊 Back in 2021, I was exploring the first version of Metahumans and ray tracing, trying to figure out how to generate water displacement. It’s crazy to see this extra layer of detail now on top of it. Although not all shots resulted in good waterflow direction . Combined a line-art + depth pre-processor to generate the shot guide. Also used these line-art generations in Nano Banana 2 to get the new first and last frames. Some shots are still tricky to get right if you want to keep control over the shot, especially the last shot with nothing in the end frame.

Jerome | InsaneUnreal

20,275 views • 7 months ago

On April 4, 1995, Dolly Parton brought “Jolene” to The Late Show with David Letterman in a performance that showcased everything that makes the song timeless. At 49, Dolly delivered the song with remarkable vocal control and emotional honesty. Her voice remained clear and precise while capturing the vulnerability and desperation at the heart of the lyrics. The traditional country arrangement added even more depth, especially the haunting sound of the pedal steel guitar, which beautifully complemented Dolly’s voice. Dressed in a sparkling blue gown with her signature blonde hair, Dolly was impossible to overlook. Yet it was her voice and storytelling that truly commanded the stage. When the final note faded, the audience erupted in applause, with David Letterman joining them onstage to celebrate an extraordinary performance from one of country music’s greatest icons. Nearly two decades after “Jolene” was first released, Dolly proved that a great song only grows more powerful with time.

On April 4, 1995, Dolly Parton brought “Jolene” to The Late Show with David Letterman in a performance that showcased everything that makes the song timeless. At 49, Dolly delivered the song with remarkable vocal control and emotional honesty. Her voice remained clear and precise while capturing the vulnerability and desperation at the heart of the lyrics. The traditional country arrangement added even more depth, especially the haunting sound of the pedal steel guitar, which beautifully complemented Dolly’s voice. Dressed in a sparkling blue gown with her signature blonde hair, Dolly was impossible to overlook. Yet it was her voice and storytelling that truly commanded the stage. When the final note faded, the audience erupted in applause, with David Letterman joining them onstage to celebrate an extraordinary performance from one of country music’s greatest icons. Nearly two decades after “Jolene” was first released, Dolly proved that a great song only grows more powerful with time.

Classic Moments ✨

109,472 views • 1 month ago

Design Engineering Tip: Separate the object from its shadow. When an element lifts away from a surface, the shadow doesn't always need to move with it. Keeping the shadow grounded and fading it based on distance can create a stronger sense of depth and physicality. Used carefully, this can make interfaces feel more tangible and less like layers floating on a screen. It's not something I'd apply everywhere, but for moments that need extra emphasis, it can be surprisingly effective. js const card = document.querySelector(".notification"); const shadow = document.querySelector(".shadow"); card.animate( [ { transform: "translateY(0)" }, { transform: "translateY(-160px)" }, ], { duration: 900, easing: "cubic-bezier(.64,0,.78,0)" } ); shadow.animate( [ { opacity: 0.5, transform: "scaleX(1)" }, { opacity: 0, transform: "scaleX(.35)" }, ], { duration: 700, easing: "ease-out" } );

Design Engineering Tip: Separate the object from its shadow. When an element lifts away from a surface, the shadow doesn't always need to move with it. Keeping the shadow grounded and fading it based on distance can create a stronger sense of depth and physicality. Used carefully, this can make interfaces feel more tangible and less like layers floating on a screen. It's not something I'd apply everywhere, but for moments that need extra emphasis, it can be surprisingly effective. js const card = document.querySelector(".notification"); const shadow = document.querySelector(".shadow"); card.animate( [ { transform: "translateY(0)" }, { transform: "translateY(-160px)" }, ], { duration: 900, easing: "cubic-bezier(.64,0,.78,0)" } ); shadow.animate( [ { opacity: 0.5, transform: "scaleX(1)" }, { opacity: 0, transform: "scaleX(.35)" }, ], { duration: 700, easing: "ease-out" } );

Gabriel

69,659 views • 3 months ago

Everything far away in a game engine can feel small, flat, and washed out. That is correct perspective, but it can make for some poor scenery sometimes. Two features I've added to my engine try to fight against that: Spatial Recession magnifies the distance. After a vertex is projected I push its screen position outward from center. Near geometry is untouched. It only moves x and y, never depth, so nothing sorts differently and nothing z-fights. The result is a long lens bolted onto the far half of a wide one: the tower and the ridgeline loom instead of receding, while I keep the wide field of view I actually play in (FOV is identical in both of these examples). Dimensional Falloff is four distance ramps on the surface itself. Lighting contrast flattens so distant hills stop having a hard lit side and a hard dark side, which is what haze does in real life. Color then desaturates toward its own brightness to fake more distance. Then that desaturated color is pushed, and that is the one doing most of the visible work here. Last is texture detail, with a custom MIP value based on distances. All of it keys off real radial distance from the camera rather than depth This is so it stays put when you turn your head. Performance cost is next to nothing. The recession is two lines in the vertex shader. The falloff is a few lerps at the end of the pixel shader, which was already computing that distance for the mip bias anyway. Quite happy with the results, what do you think? #gamedev

Everything far away in a game engine can feel small, flat, and washed out. That is correct perspective, but it can make for some poor scenery sometimes. Two features I've added to my engine try to fight against that: Spatial Recession magnifies the distance. After a vertex is projected I push its screen position outward from center. Near geometry is untouched. It only moves x and y, never depth, so nothing sorts differently and nothing z-fights. The result is a long lens bolted onto the far half of a wide one: the tower and the ridgeline loom instead of receding, while I keep the wide field of view I actually play in (FOV is identical in both of these examples). Dimensional Falloff is four distance ramps on the surface itself. Lighting contrast flattens so distant hills stop having a hard lit side and a hard dark side, which is what haze does in real life. Color then desaturates toward its own brightness to fake more distance. Then that desaturated color is pushed, and that is the one doing most of the visible work here. Last is texture detail, with a custom MIP value based on distances. All of it keys off real radial distance from the camera rather than depth This is so it stays put when you turn your head. Performance cost is next to nothing. The recession is two lines in the vertex shader. The falloff is a few lerps at the end of the pixel shader, which was already computing that distance for the mip bias anyway. Quite happy with the results, what do you think? #gamedev

Analog Dream Dev

85,980 views • 28 days ago

DJI Osmo Pocket 4P is here—the Dual-Lens Cinematic Pocket Gimbal Camera. 🎥✨See More. Tell More. Unleash unrivaled cinematic versatility with the Osmo Pocket 4P's innovative dual-camera system, meticulously engineered to capture breathtaking visuals – from sweeping landscapes to intricate close-ups. Its wide-angle lens features an all-new 1-inch CMOS sensor, delivering an impressive 17-stop dynamic range for unparalleled detail and clarity. Harness the power of the brand- new 10-bit D-Log 2 color mode, unlocking boundless creative freedom for post-production. The 60mm med-tele lens with an F1.8 aperture crafts natural, cinematic bokeh, elevating portraits with stunning depth and definition. Capture highlight moments with 4K/240fps slow motion, and make unforgettable cinematic sequences. Simply slip it into your pocket and unlock an entirely new dimension of cinematic storytelling – wherever inspiration strikes. ✅ Dual Cameras | Cinematic Shots Near & Far ✅ Enhanced 1-Inch CMOS & 17-Stop Dynamic Range ✅ Classic Focal Length for Standout Portraits ✅ New D-Log 2 | Light & Shadow Precision ✅ 4K/240fps Slow Motion for Every Highlight ✅ In-Camera Live Photo Support ✅ Two Color Options | Sleek and Sophisticated ✅ 3-Axis Stabilization & ActiveTrack Up to 12× Zoom Learn more👉 Shop now🛒 #DJI #DJIOsmo #OsmoPocket4P #PocketCamera

DJI

46,504 views • 2 months ago

PROMPT DROP 🚨 for Creators & NFT Collectors. 🎨 Minting the Self: Genesis of the Living Canvas🪽 The prompt is optimised to inherit the style, colour palette, and personality of your character. 💀 Drop your creations below 🌐 Keen to see what you mint 👀 🚨PROMPT👇🏼 Use the provided PFP/NFT character as the primary reference. The character must remain fully recognizable and true to its original design—preserve exact facial features, proportions, textures, materials, color palette, accessories, and overall personality. All elements in the scene must adapt to and harmonize with the character’s unique visual style—whether that is cartoon, anime, voxel, hyper-realistic, or stylized 3D. Create a hyper-detailed fine art studio scene where the character stands before a massive canvas. The painting on the canvas is a fully completed, master-level version of the same character, rendered in a refined, elevated interpretation of its original style. The character’s signature identity feature (mask, face, helmet, eyes, or defining trait) must be 100% complete, sharp, and highly detailed—serving as the focal anchor of the composition. They hold a paintbrush dripping with material true to their world (oil paint, neon energy, pixels, liquid chrome, etc.), and the colors precisely match their original palette—visually linking the act of painting to the formation of their body. The studio environment subtly inherits the character’s aesthetic and personality: Color grading aligns with the character’s palette (dark, vibrant, pastel, neon, etc.) Props and materials reflect their universe (futuristic, street, fantasy, minimal, luxury) Lighting style matches their mood (soft cinematic, harsh contrast, neon glow, ethereal light) A large window casts natural or stylized light consistent with the character’s world, enhancing texture, depth, and atmosphere. Paint or material drips from both the canvas and the character, seamlessly blending creator and creation, reality and artwork. Style Output: ultra-detailed, cinematic composition, faithful to the character’s original art direction, enhanced with fine art realism and high-end 3D rendering, 8K resolution, museum-quality lighting, rich textures, depth of field, and tactile detail.

PROMPT DROP 🚨 for Creators & NFT Collectors. 🎨 Minting the Self: Genesis of the Living Canvas🪽 The prompt is optimised to inherit the style, colour palette, and personality of your character. 💀 Drop your creations below 🌐 Keen to see what you mint 👀 🚨PROMPT👇🏼 Use the provided PFP/NFT character as the primary reference. The character must remain fully recognizable and true to its original design—preserve exact facial features, proportions, textures, materials, color palette, accessories, and overall personality. All elements in the scene must adapt to and harmonize with the character’s unique visual style—whether that is cartoon, anime, voxel, hyper-realistic, or stylized 3D. Create a hyper-detailed fine art studio scene where the character stands before a massive canvas. The painting on the canvas is a fully completed, master-level version of the same character, rendered in a refined, elevated interpretation of its original style. The character’s signature identity feature (mask, face, helmet, eyes, or defining trait) must be 100% complete, sharp, and highly detailed—serving as the focal anchor of the composition. They hold a paintbrush dripping with material true to their world (oil paint, neon energy, pixels, liquid chrome, etc.), and the colors precisely match their original palette—visually linking the act of painting to the formation of their body. The studio environment subtly inherits the character’s aesthetic and personality: Color grading aligns with the character’s palette (dark, vibrant, pastel, neon, etc.) Props and materials reflect their universe (futuristic, street, fantasy, minimal, luxury) Lighting style matches their mood (soft cinematic, harsh contrast, neon glow, ethereal light) A large window casts natural or stylized light consistent with the character’s world, enhancing texture, depth, and atmosphere. Paint or material drips from both the canvas and the character, seamlessly blending creator and creation, reality and artwork. Style Output: ultra-detailed, cinematic composition, faithful to the character’s original art direction, enhanced with fine art realism and high-end 3D rendering, 8K resolution, museum-quality lighting, rich textures, depth of field, and tactile detail.

BiBi

11,129 views • 6 months ago

A Smell Simulator That Uses Ultrasonic Waves Through Your Skull To Trick Your Brain Into Thinking Of A Smell That Is Not There. Instead of targeting your nose at all, the device directly targets the olfactory bulb in your brain with "focused ultrasound through the skull". The researchers say that as far as they're aware, no one has ever done this before, even in animals. “We found our ‘sweet spot’ to be low-frequency ultrasound focused right below the forehead and angled downward toward the bulbs. Specifically: • 300 kHz frequency (low enough to penetrate the skull well) • Focal depth of about 39 mm (where the ultrasound energy converged beneath the forehead) • 50–55° steering angles (to point the focus down toward the bulbs) • 5-cycle pulses at a 1200 Hz repetition rate (short, rapidly repeating bursts We distinguish between a smell and a sensation here because, subjectively, they feel different. The smells are strong and localized to the noise, almost like you could sniff around and find the source. The sensations are more diffuse: a weak, slow-onset impression of a smell, often paired with other (likely placebo) feelings, such as a light tingling on the face. Both smells and sensations are strongest on a light in-breath, so we tested by sitting there, with a probe to the forehead, mildly sniffing. Sometimes there is a slight waft of a smell that comes on over a few breaths, and sometimes it just hits you. The first time Albert smelled the garbage, he jerked his eyes open thinking a garbage truck just drove in!" The team of four are Lev Chizhov, Albert Yan-Huang, Thomas Ribeiro, Aayush Gupta. Chizhov is a neurotech entrepreneur with a background in math and physics, Yan-Huang is a researcher at Caltech with a background in computation and neural systems, and Ribeiro and Gupta are co-researchers on the project with software engineering and AI expertise.

A Smell Simulator That Uses Ultrasonic Waves Through Your Skull To Trick Your Brain Into Thinking Of A Smell That Is Not There. Instead of targeting your nose at all, the device directly targets the olfactory bulb in your brain with "focused ultrasound through the skull". The researchers say that as far as they're aware, no one has ever done this before, even in animals. “We found our ‘sweet spot’ to be low-frequency ultrasound focused right below the forehead and angled downward toward the bulbs. Specifically: • 300 kHz frequency (low enough to penetrate the skull well) • Focal depth of about 39 mm (where the ultrasound energy converged beneath the forehead) • 50–55° steering angles (to point the focus down toward the bulbs) • 5-cycle pulses at a 1200 Hz repetition rate (short, rapidly repeating bursts We distinguish between a smell and a sensation here because, subjectively, they feel different. The smells are strong and localized to the noise, almost like you could sniff around and find the source. The sensations are more diffuse: a weak, slow-onset impression of a smell, often paired with other (likely placebo) feelings, such as a light tingling on the face. Both smells and sensations are strongest on a light in-breath, so we tested by sitting there, with a probe to the forehead, mildly sniffing. Sometimes there is a slight waft of a smell that comes on over a few breaths, and sometimes it just hits you. The first time Albert smelled the garbage, he jerked his eyes open thinking a garbage truck just drove in!" The team of four are Lev Chizhov, Albert Yan-Huang, Thomas Ribeiro, Aayush Gupta. Chizhov is a neurotech entrepreneur with a background in math and physics, Yan-Huang is a researcher at Caltech with a background in computation and neural systems, and Ribeiro and Gupta are co-researchers on the project with software engineering and AI expertise.

Brian Roemmele

61,098 views • 5 months ago

| $SGT Latest Update is LIVE! At we're dedicated to building an all-in-one DeFi ecosystem that covers everything from the hottest crypto trends and breaking news to top performers and in-depth analysis of call groups and influencer signals. Our latest update is designed to enhance your user experience, making it easier to navigate through our utilities and access critical insights. Here’s What’s New: 🔍 Search Bar: for tokens mentioned on our platform by name or contract hash, streamlining your access to key data. 📊 Token Profile Pages: with essential metrics such as Market Cap, Volume, Price, and Performance Charts. A detailed table at the bottom shows which influencers mentioned the token and how it performed afterward. 📈 Top 5 Visited Tokens: Check out the most viewed tokens on our platform. This new table highlights the tokens generating the most user interest, helping you stay ahead of the trends. 💻 Telegram App & Bots: With our focus on Telegram, we've added dedicated pages for our app and bots, making it easier to explore their features and utilities as we continue to expand our offerings. ⚡️ UI & Speed Enhancements: The platform has been optimized for a faster, smoother experience, with an improved user interface for better navigation. 📺 Watch the full tutorial: Join our community for more news and updates! 🌐 Visit us at :

ShillGuard $SGT

16,239 views • 2 years ago

The drivable par-4 12th hole at TPC Sawgrass has been modified again for this week's Players. As Scot Sherman (Love Golf Design) told me on the latest episode of Designing Golf, the lake on the left has been extended back toward the tee, allowing for more visibility of the location of the water. Also — and more interestingly — a bunker has been added on the right side of the fairway (see first image from 2025 vs. last image from 2026). This will likely complicate what has become the standard play when the tee is up: rip driver or 3-wood just right of the green and take what you get (see scatter plot from the third round last year). This year, no one will want to be stuck with that 40- to 50-yard bunker shot to a green that runs away toward water. We'll see how it works out. I'm not convinced the hole is salvageable.

The drivable par-4 12th hole at TPC Sawgrass has been modified again for this week's Players. As Scot Sherman (Love Golf Design) told me on the latest episode of Designing Golf, the lake on the left has been extended back toward the tee, allowing for more visibility of the location of the water. Also — and more interestingly — a bunker has been added on the right side of the fairway (see first image from 2025 vs. last image from 2026). This will likely complicate what has become the standard play when the tee is up: rip driver or 3-wood just right of the green and take what you get (see scatter plot from the third round last year). This year, no one will want to be stuck with that 40- to 50-yard bunker shot to a green that runs away toward water. We'll see how it works out. I'm not convinced the hole is salvageable.

Garrett Morrison

41,010 views • 6 months ago

On this day, 56 years ago, Dario Argento's debut film "The Bird with the Crystal Plumage"(1970) premiered in Milan, Italy. Dario Argento on why "The Bird with the Crystal Plumage" (1970) was popular: "Interviewer: The film famously played for several years straight in Milan. Why do you think it was so popular? Argento: I think it was because it was the first time psychology and psychoanalysis was put into a Giallo movie, and that went beyond the normal Giallo movies at the time. Most of them didn't have many layers. I added a psychological depth to it. It is probably the reason why it was so popular and also why it was so imitated by other directors afterwards. I was very influenced by American movies from the 1950s and 60s in that regard, in particular those produced by Val Lewton. He used to produce very low-budget movies. The distribution companies used to screen them as B-movies or second movies in double bills. But Lewton allowed directors like Jacques Tourneur, Mark Robson, and Robert Wise to make low-budget films with incredible, psychological stories." (Dario Argento's interview with Adam Scovell, BBC, 2023)

On this day, 56 years ago, Dario Argento's debut film "The Bird with the Crystal Plumage"(1970) premiered in Milan, Italy. Dario Argento on why "The Bird with the Crystal Plumage" (1970) was popular: "Interviewer: The film famously played for several years straight in Milan. Why do you think it was so popular? Argento: I think it was because it was the first time psychology and psychoanalysis was put into a Giallo movie, and that went beyond the normal Giallo movies at the time. Most of them didn't have many layers. I added a psychological depth to it. It is probably the reason why it was so popular and also why it was so imitated by other directors afterwards. I was very influenced by American movies from the 1950s and 60s in that regard, in particular those produced by Val Lewton. He used to produce very low-budget movies. The distribution companies used to screen them as B-movies or second movies in double bills. But Lewton allowed directors like Jacques Tourneur, Mark Robson, and Robert Wise to make low-budget films with incredible, psychological stories." (Dario Argento's interview with Adam Scovell, BBC, 2023)

DepressedBergman

460,142 views • 7 months ago

The trend of ultra-luxury home design has officially reached a new level of obsession with the $49,000 "Black Hole" pool. This isn't just a dark finish; it’s an absolute matte coating imported from Africa, specifically engineered to absorb light so efficiently that it creates a total void effect in the backyard. The visual result is a complete loss of depth perception. Once the water is added, the surface becomes a perfect mirror that appears bottomless, making it impossible for the human eye to distinguish where the steps end and the deep end begins. While the aesthetic is undeniably sleek and futuristic, it raises a massive debate about safety—especially for swimmers who rely on visual cues to navigate the water. Why It’s Going Viral: The Cost: A nearly $50k price tag just for the finish, not including the pool construction itself. The Physics: The material is so matte that it creates a "black hole" effect, effectively "erasing" the appearance of water. The Risk: Is a high-end look worth the risk of a "disappearing" floor? This project took three weeks of hand-applied layers to ensure a perfectly uniform surface, as even the slightest imperfection would ruin the illusion. It represents the extreme lengths homeowners are going to for one-of-a-kind, "Instagrammable" architecture. Is this the future of modern luxury, or a design choice that prioritizes style over safety?

The trend of ultra-luxury home design has officially reached a new level of obsession with the $49,000 "Black Hole" pool. This isn't just a dark finish; it’s an absolute matte coating imported from Africa, specifically engineered to absorb light so efficiently that it creates a total void effect in the backyard. The visual result is a complete loss of depth perception. Once the water is added, the surface becomes a perfect mirror that appears bottomless, making it impossible for the human eye to distinguish where the steps end and the deep end begins. While the aesthetic is undeniably sleek and futuristic, it raises a massive debate about safety—especially for swimmers who rely on visual cues to navigate the water. Why It’s Going Viral: The Cost: A nearly $50k price tag just for the finish, not including the pool construction itself. The Physics: The material is so matte that it creates a "black hole" effect, effectively "erasing" the appearance of water. The Risk: Is a high-end look worth the risk of a "disappearing" floor? This project took three weeks of hand-applied layers to ensure a perfectly uniform surface, as even the slightest imperfection would ruin the illusion. It represents the extreme lengths homeowners are going to for one-of-a-kind, "Instagrammable" architecture. Is this the future of modern luxury, or a design choice that prioritizes style over safety?

PeachProof

1,899,682 views • 4 months ago