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Alan W. King

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I'm a Caribbean American writer, motion graphics & 3D artist, and award-winning documentary filmmaker. I'm also the author of Crooked Smiling Light, Point Blank, and Drift. #AddToBlacksky

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Sing the Heart of the Magic: A Jennifer L. Nelson Story (mini-documentary)
Sing the Heart of the Magic: A Jennifer L. Nelson Story (mini-documentary) YouTube video by Alan King

This Black History Month, celebrate DC theater icon Jennifer L. Nelson. From pioneering hip-hop theater to launching careers, her legacy of activism is unmatched. 🎭✨

​Watch my mini-doc on her story: youtu.be/h6dYG9nHyhU

​#BlackHistoryMonth #BHM #Theater #BlackArt #BHM2026

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Thanks.

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The $70 Pro Camera: Why I’m Still Shooting the Nikon D200 in 2026
The $70 Pro Camera: Why I’m Still Shooting the Nikon D200 in 2026 YouTube video by Alan King

Is a $70 pro camera still worth it in 2026? πŸ“Έ
​I’m diving into why I’m still shooting w the Nikon D200. Between that legendary CCD sensor & a build that feels like a custom power tool, it delivers a film-like look you just can’t find in modern gear.
​Full video: youtu.be/4E_nnc4Ppac
​#Photography πŸ“Έ

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Oh, it's just me and my wife doing a victory dance! We successfully hosted over 50 people in our home to celebrate Jaz turning 10. Exhausted, but our hearts are so full.

06.01.2026 03:13 πŸ‘ 13 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
Why I Switched from the E-M5 Mark II to the Olympus E-M1 Mark II for Video
Why I Switched from the E-M5 Mark II to the Olympus E-M1 Mark II for Video YouTube video by Alan King

New gear: Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark II is in the bag! It's replacing the E-M5 II as my primary hybrid YouTube camera (video/stills). Both will alternate for photography. Detailing why the E-M1 II is better for my most demanding camera work. youtu.be/gAcsA1rpcik

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From Wednesday's #shuttertherapy.

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I'm impressed! Spider-Man managed to lift me over his shoulder. A friend mentioned she saw his legs buckle. This was risky. I doubt he has insurance in that line of work. While my wife took several photos, I kept praying, "Lord, don't let him drop me." A brotha was ready to tuck and roll.

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I have my family with me at the Chautauqua Institution. My heart was so full when Jaz saw the brochure and said, "That's Daddy!" #blacksky #poetry #wroting #chautauqua

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#blacksky

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Trailer for Sing the Heart of the Magic
Trailer for Sing the Heart of the Magic YouTube video by Alan King

This National Women's Day, I'm sharing the trailer for my documentary on Jennifer L. Nelson. If you've never heard of this theater legend, that's all the more reason to watch this, then check out the full doc and learn about her work. #WomensDay2025 youtu.be/MF8uMx14Wjo

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How My Dad's Old Nikon D40 Made Me a Better Photographer
How My Dad's Old Nikon D40 Made Me a Better Photographer YouTube video by Alan King

How my dad's old Nikon D40 made me a better photographer. youtu.be/isDWDkfz1nQ

#nikond40 #blacksky #photography #photographer #vintagecameras

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I Borrowed My Dad's Nikon D40 for 3 Months...And This Happened
I Borrowed My Dad's Nikon D40 for 3 Months...And This Happened YouTube video by Alan King

In January, I borrowed my dad's #NikonD40 for 3 months. I share my frustrations and joys with using that #camera in a recent video. Click the link to check it out. If you do watch the video, please like it on YouTube to help it reach other viewers. youtu.be/isDWDkfz1nQ #vintagecameras #photography

02.08.2025 03:01 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Catalyst by Tracie Johnson and Alan King
Catalyst by Tracie Johnson and Alan King YouTube video by Alan King

In Feb., I shared the 1st part of a multi-series project with my friend Tracie, "Threshold of Fear." She overcame her fear threshold & wanted to help others. Here's part 2, titled Catalyst. Tracie wrote & narrated this video, which I created using various AI tools.

#blacksky

youtu.be/qaulBe3Z2LI

12.07.2025 12:18 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Table for one.

11.07.2025 17:28 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

#blacksky #cameras #vintagecameras

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The E-M5 Mark II Accidentally Became the Hybrid Camera I was Looking For
The E-M5 Mark II Accidentally Became the Hybrid Camera I was Looking For YouTube video by Alan King

I have a new video up on my YouTube channel about how a 10-year-old camera accidentally became the hybrid camera I've been looking for. If you're interested, click the preview below to watch the video. youtu.be/U79cTRWtWHM

07.07.2025 21:43 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 1
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From today's #shuttertherapy with my "new" toy: the 10-year-old Olympus E-M5 Mark II.

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29.05.2025 21:55 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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The photos say it all. #blacksky

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Jade Rose was excited for her school's Letter People Parade. Initially eager to be letter S, she got shy seeing the crowd of parents waiting. Like her mom, she doesn't love the spotlight, but she pushed through and completed the parade successfully! #blacksky

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The Kings styled at today's Girl Scout Mother/Daughter Tea Party.

#blacksky #girlscouts

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Spring Break in NYC. #family #springbreak #blacksky

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Happy Belated Easter from the Kings.
#blacksky #family #easter

23.04.2025 03:50 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

#blacksky #afrofuturism #afrofuture #literature #shortstory

16.04.2025 12:26 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Big shout out to Dr. DuEwa Frazier for having me on her AFROFUTURISM podcast to discuss my story, "Cornbread Othello," and other things like how my creative process works around my family. Listen here: bit.ly/AlanOnAfroPod and subscribe to the Afrofutures Pod on Spotify.

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