Photography

May 17, 2024

Amazing Winners of the GDT Nature Photographer of the Year 2024

A dreamy winter scene has earned Dieter Damschen the title of GDT Nature Photographer of the Year. The competition is run by the Germany Society for Nature Photographers to highlight the talent of its members. This year, 481 members from 13 countries entered just under 8,000 images. Damschen rose to the top with his photo of trees dusted with snow as a winter flood swept through Germany's Elbe River Landscape Biosphere Reserve.

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May 15, 2024

Super Telephoto Camera Lets You Capture HD Wildlife Photos and Videos With Your Smartphone

Capturing wildlife scenes can be difficult due to ever-changing landscapes and easily startled animals. Because of this, it can take photographers and videographers years before they're able to capture the clear shot they strive for. But as new models of cameras are being constantly invented and upgraded, they're accounting for these difficulties and improving their capabilities.

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May 13, 2024

Best Photos From This Weekend’s Extraordinary Northern Lights

When you think about viewing the Northern Lights, places like Iceland, Norway, and Alaska come to mind. But people living much farther south got a treat on Friday when a severe geomagnetic storm made the aurora visible across the United States, Europe, and even New Zealand as Southern Lights. The internet began lighting up with incredible photos of the phenomenon, as many were amazed by what they witnessed. “Aurora Borealis? At this time of year?

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April 22, 2024

Colorful Flowers Used to Create Empowering Conceptual Self-Portraits

Photographer Fares Micue uses her artistic self-portraits to encourage and empower others. Her conceptual imagery often features natural elements, such as flowers, which she uses to cover her face. In this way, the photographer uses her body to help her portray a character rather than simply document herself. As Micue's work has evolved, she's aimed to become more honest and sincere in her photography.

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My Modern Met

Celebrating creativity and promoting a positive culture by spotlighting the best sides of humanity—from the lighthearted and fun to the thought-provoking and enlightening.