It’s time for your younglings to begin their training — in the kitchen. StarWars.com is excited to reveal Insight Editions’ Star Wars: The Padawan Cookbook: Kid-Friendly Recipes from a Galaxy Far, Far Away, a new collection of fun Star Wars-inspired recipes designed for parents and kids alike. Written by our own Jenn Fujikawa with Liz […]
Photography
Leica’s New Camera Puts Skill Back Into Focus
Shooting with Leica’s M11 digital rangefinder underscores how technology has all but removed human ability from the process of taking a picture.
How to Leave Your Photos to Someone When You Die
It’ll happen to all of us someday: We’ll be gone, but our data will persist. Photo albums are a thing of the past, but your memories don’t have to be.
The 6 Best Photo Printing Services
Print memories you can hang on the wall, stash in your wallet, or just hold in your hand.
Remembering Industrial Light & Magic Innovator Robert Blalack

One of the seminal figures in the establishment of Industrial Light & Magic, Robert Blalack passed away on February 2 at the age of 73. Everyone at Lucasfilm mourns his passing, and joins the industry in celebrating his contributions to the craft of visual effects and filmmaking. Our hearts go out to Mr. Blalack’s family […]
Some of Our Favorite Camera and Photo Gear Is on Sale Now
Looking to upgrade your photography setup? We’ve got deals on top mirrorless cameras, tripods, and other accessories.
Our 12 Favorite Photography Books of 2021
From border politics to vintage NASA gear, these are the photo books that best document the WIRED world.
Gareth Edwards Looks Back on Rogue One: A Star Wars Story

It’s not typical that a major studio releases a tentpole film in which all the heroes die at the end. But then, Rogue One wasn’t a typical Star Wars movie. Released December 16, 2016, Rogue One: A Star Wars Story told the tale of how the rebels stole plans to the Death Star, leading directly into […]
The Best Early Black Friday Deals on Laptops, TVs, and More

Beat the holiday rush with truly good discounts on our favorite gear.
The Growing Galaxy of Adult LEGO Star Wars Fans

Inside my office you’ll find an Imperial probe droid, Rey’s speeder, and Anakin Skywalker’s podracer. And they’re all made out of LEGO bricks. See, I’m an AFOL — short for Adult Fan of LEGO, in community speak. But this is a relatively new development. In recent years, the LEGO Group has been releasing more and […]