Alan @ Former Instants
@formerinstants.bsky.social
Pro/Am motorsport photographer (I shoot lots of other stuff too). I also like talking about movies, science, and...well a lot of things really. Also on Flickr. Check my website to see my latest work: https://www.formerinstants.com/
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my festive spirit amidst our grimly stupid reality (2025)
December 23, 2025 at 9:34 PM
my festive spirit amidst our grimly stupid reality (2025)
#AvatarFireandAsh: It was a bit of a retread of the last one if I'm honest. Not sure if it justified its length.
December 24, 2025 at 6:18 AM
#AvatarFireandAsh: It was a bit of a retread of the last one if I'm honest. Not sure if it justified its length.
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my thing is even I didn't have a fiery personal grudge against Twitter, I would not use it for the same reason I don't use Facebook - it's a miserable user experience. It's nothing but ads and ragebait and ai slop. It doesn't have to be a moral stance, it's just a shit product
December 22, 2025 at 6:25 PM
my thing is even I didn't have a fiery personal grudge against Twitter, I would not use it for the same reason I don't use Facebook - it's a miserable user experience. It's nothing but ads and ragebait and ai slop. It doesn't have to be a moral stance, it's just a shit product
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the kids on my block take pictures with 2000's digital cameras and polaroids because they "look more real." I thought it was sort of a philosophical problem until i started to think about the fast that these devices aren't just passive lenses.
this field biologist does a great job highlighting the insidiousness of AI editing
these one-click AI edit buttons are incredibly appealing to many photographers, amateurs and professionals alike, and are framed as innocuous
this is worth sharing and educating people about
these one-click AI edit buttons are incredibly appealing to many photographers, amateurs and professionals alike, and are framed as innocuous
this is worth sharing and educating people about
December 22, 2025 at 7:52 PM
the kids on my block take pictures with 2000's digital cameras and polaroids because they "look more real." I thought it was sort of a philosophical problem until i started to think about the fast that these devices aren't just passive lenses.
Imagine the scenes if V12s come to IndyCar before they get back into F1
Funniest outcome possible is all the F1 PU conspiracy swirling around today comes true and we end up with OEMs defecting to Indycar and a proper engine formula
It’s a real formula. Spec engines didn’t save any money, so they’re letting them just build their own engines, with just things like installation processes standardized, and with incremental yearly homologation schedules to keep development under control. I cannot believe it.
December 22, 2025 at 10:15 PM
Imagine the scenes if V12s come to IndyCar before they get back into F1
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One thing that was really great about KNIVES OUT that I suspect the sequels will not be able to replicate is that for the first half of the movie you can't figure out if Benoit Blanc is an idiot or not.
December 17, 2025 at 9:35 PM
One thing that was really great about KNIVES OUT that I suspect the sequels will not be able to replicate is that for the first half of the movie you can't figure out if Benoit Blanc is an idiot or not.
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#Manhattan, Washington Heights
The other side of the river.
#UrbanGaze #NewYork #NYC
#city #photography #scape #urbanphotography #streetphotography
#bridge #windows #bnw
#blackandwhite #EastCoastKin
The other side of the river.
#UrbanGaze #NewYork #NYC
#city #photography #scape #urbanphotography #streetphotography
#bridge #windows #bnw
#blackandwhite #EastCoastKin
December 18, 2025 at 8:07 AM
#Manhattan, Washington Heights
The other side of the river.
#UrbanGaze #NewYork #NYC
#city #photography #scape #urbanphotography #streetphotography
#bridge #windows #bnw
#blackandwhite #EastCoastKin
The other side of the river.
#UrbanGaze #NewYork #NYC
#city #photography #scape #urbanphotography #streetphotography
#bridge #windows #bnw
#blackandwhite #EastCoastKin
Drifters of December highlight reel is done, and with that it's the end of my motorsport projects for the year! #drifting #motorsport #nikonz6III www.formerinstants.com/Albums/Summi...
Drifters Of December 2025 - Former Instants
The epic year-end Drift Nirvana event, hosted at Summit Point. Use coupon code 5FOR60 to purchase any five images from this gallery for $60, OR you can also contact me directly to request additional p...
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December 18, 2025 at 12:58 PM
Drifters of December highlight reel is done, and with that it's the end of my motorsport projects for the year! #drifting #motorsport #nikonz6III www.formerinstants.com/Albums/Summi...
Frankly we gotta start using illegal tools at some point
A deeply dangerous — and blatantly retaliatory action against Colorado — by the Trump administration.
NCAR is one of the most renowned scientific facilities in the WORLD — where scientists perform cutting-edge research everyday.
We will fight this reckless directive with every legal tool we have.
NCAR is one of the most renowned scientific facilities in the WORLD — where scientists perform cutting-edge research everyday.
We will fight this reckless directive with every legal tool we have.
Exclusive: The Trump administration is moving to dismantle the National Center for Atmospheric Research in Colorado, according to a senior White House official, taking aim at one of the world's leading climate research labs.
December 17, 2025 at 2:07 PM
Frankly we gotta start using illegal tools at some point
✨COLOR✨GRADING✨
How much is too much? You tell me...I've been experimenting
#photography #drifting #motorsport
How much is too much? You tell me...I've been experimenting
#photography #drifting #motorsport
December 17, 2025 at 5:27 AM
✨COLOR✨GRADING✨
How much is too much? You tell me...I've been experimenting
#photography #drifting #motorsport
How much is too much? You tell me...I've been experimenting
#photography #drifting #motorsport
I went to a restaurant in DC once that had chicken & waffles on the menu for forty-five US Dollars and I convinced everyone in the group to get up and leave just on principle.
Oh it’s one of those places.
December 16, 2025 at 7:35 PM
I went to a restaurant in DC once that had chicken & waffles on the menu for forty-five US Dollars and I convinced everyone in the group to get up and leave just on principle.
Electric cars are just not good for track days, and in some cases not even allowed. This was never going to work.
Porsche Finally Realized Not Enough People Want Electric Sports Cars And It’s Reportedly Caused An Engineering Nightmare
www.theautopian.com/porsche-fina...
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Porsche Finally Realized Not Enough People Want Electric Sports Cars And It’s Reportedly Caused An Engineering Nightmare - The Autopian
A new rumor suggests Porsche is planning to re-engineer its electric 718 to accept a gas engine, which seems like a huge pain for engineers.
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December 15, 2025 at 3:19 PM
Electric cars are just not good for track days, and in some cases not even allowed. This was never going to work.
Getting "constructive" criticism at work that really just boils down to having to apologize for being imprisoned by the linear flow of time
December 12, 2025 at 2:56 PM
Getting "constructive" criticism at work that really just boils down to having to apologize for being imprisoned by the linear flow of time
Have not had enough time or energy the last couple evenings to get these drifting photos finished, but look I'm trying ok? #photography #drifting #motorsport
December 11, 2025 at 3:35 AM
Have not had enough time or energy the last couple evenings to get these drifting photos finished, but look I'm trying ok? #photography #drifting #motorsport
ICE threatening to deport Santa Claus is sure to win people over
we all got cowed into avoiding "virtue signaling" as if the public affirmation of socially agreed upon ethical principles was somehow cringey instead of a significant part of what a "society" even is. now all there's left is vice signaling, and it's reshaping society.
December 11, 2025 at 2:04 AM
ICE threatening to deport Santa Claus is sure to win people over
Me and another couple photographers at the drifting event were just talking about how someone should do a Brat build for some epic ridealong footage... #gymkhana
www.youtube.com/watch?v=daYg...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=daYg...
[HOONIGAN] Gymkhana 2025: Aussie Shred — Travis Pastrana Does the IMPOSSIBLE in a Subaru Brat
YouTube video by Hoonigan
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December 11, 2025 at 2:01 AM
Me and another couple photographers at the drifting event were just talking about how someone should do a Brat build for some epic ridealong footage... #gymkhana
www.youtube.com/watch?v=daYg...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=daYg...
It was a shame to have to miss watching the F1 live this weekend, but it would have been *more* of a shame to miss shooting this event over the weekend. Oh well you can't be everywhere! #photography #drifting #motorsport
December 9, 2025 at 2:22 AM
It was a shame to have to miss watching the F1 live this weekend, but it would have been *more* of a shame to miss shooting this event over the weekend. Oh well you can't be everywhere! #photography #drifting #motorsport
ooof that GT3 looks naaasssty
So hyped to see the new GR GT and GR GT3 revealed:
-641 hp
-Twin Turbo 4-liter V8
-45:55 weight distribution
-Weight target of 3,858 pounds or less
-641 hp
-Twin Turbo 4-liter V8
-45:55 weight distribution
-Weight target of 3,858 pounds or less
December 6, 2025 at 3:51 AM
ooof that GT3 looks naaasssty
When @cwtycho.penny-arcade.com talks about AI, I sit up and listen www.penny-arcade.com/news/post/20...
Come In Clutch - Penny Arcade
Videogaming-related online strip by Mike Krahulik and Jerry Holkins. Includes news and commentary.
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December 5, 2025 at 5:02 AM
When @cwtycho.penny-arcade.com talks about AI, I sit up and listen www.penny-arcade.com/news/post/20...
I'm late to the table with this but do you think McLaren's pit call on Sunday had anything to do with being at the start of the pit lane? Seems like it would be easy to loose a few too many places waiting for a release window. #formula1
December 4, 2025 at 8:32 PM
I'm late to the table with this but do you think McLaren's pit call on Sunday had anything to do with being at the start of the pit lane? Seems like it would be easy to loose a few too many places waiting for a release window. #formula1
A new MR-2 is basically the only car I'd actually consider reserving ASAP and buying from the factory.
If Any Carmaker Can Afford To Make A Reasonably Priced Mid-Engine Car, It’s Toyota www.theautopian.com/if-any-carma...
If Any Carmaker Can Afford To Make A Reasonably Priced Mid-Engine Car, It's Toyota - The Autopian
The affordable sports car is far from dead, but there are a lot fewer offerings than there used to be. The Mazda MX-5 Miata, the quintessential cheap performance vehicle, still exists. So do its compe...
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December 4, 2025 at 8:27 PM
A new MR-2 is basically the only car I'd actually consider reserving ASAP and buying from the factory.
Had a stressful day at work, so what does my computer decide to do tonight? That's right crash so hard I think my motherboard died and force me to do a system restore. FUN.
December 4, 2025 at 4:00 AM
Had a stressful day at work, so what does my computer decide to do tonight? That's right crash so hard I think my motherboard died and force me to do a system restore. FUN.
Far too long have Cyberspace and Meatspace been kept at odds. At last, the dawn of CYBERMEATSPACE
abandon RAM, return to MEAT www.theautopian.com/yes-we-have-...
Yes, We Have Finally Cracked The Problem Of Storing Data On Salami - The Autopian
If you’re Italian or of Italian descent, I bet you’ve heard a grandparent or uncle or some relative use the expression “condividi i tuoi segreti con una mortadella,” which translates to “share your se...
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December 3, 2025 at 5:15 PM
Far too long have Cyberspace and Meatspace been kept at odds. At last, the dawn of CYBERMEATSPACE
I just want a single American driver to cheer for. Next year we'll have two entire American teams, and still no American drivers, because the system is rigged. How long is F1 going to keep its US audience when it leaves ESPN and the locals don't even have a hometown hero to keep them interested?
I’m not even a huge Herta fan, I just think the FIA points system is absolute bunk and ensures American drivers are less and less likely to even try to reach F1
December 2, 2025 at 7:00 PM
I just want a single American driver to cheer for. Next year we'll have two entire American teams, and still no American drivers, because the system is rigged. How long is F1 going to keep its US audience when it leaves ESPN and the locals don't even have a hometown hero to keep them interested?