Animals

November 10, 2017

15+ Minimalist Cat Drawings That Are Hilarious But Totally Accurate

Cats never cease to delight us with their dashing good looks and penchant for striking just the right pose. From felines who inadvertently position themselves just like pin-up models to naturally two-faced chimera beauties, there's no doubt that these furry friends are our creative muses. Their influence knows no bounds, and you don’t have to be an artist to express how they inspire you.

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October 31, 2017

Striking Black Cat Photos Emphasize the Beauty of Their Darkness to Help Them Get Adopted

Black cats are a symbol of Halloween, but that association has often done more harm than good. In some folklore, particularly that of the American Pilgrims, they are seen as evil. This bias has carried through today, and the group has more trouble getting adopted than other colored felines. Animal advocate and pet photographer Casey Elise Christopher is working to change that with her striking portraits of inky-colored felines.

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October 27, 2017

17 Inspiring Photo Series That Celebrate the Unique Beauty of Shelter Animals

Combining their love of pets with their compassion for creatures in need, many mindful animal photographers employ rescues as their subjects. Created to both highlight each animals' unique beauty and promote adoption, each photographer's series offers an intimate glimpse into the lives of shelter animals. Predominantly starring shelter dogs and cats, these projects range from poignant to playful. Some simply present raw portraits of overlooked animals, while others incorporate silly props and clever muses.

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October 22, 2017

Photographer Captures the Diverse Beauty of Naturally Colorful Birds

In 2013 we introduced you to Leila Jeffreys—the Sydney-based photographer with a love for wildlife, especially colorful birds. Jeffreys specializes in capturing the unique personalities of each feathery friend through a series of up-close studio portraits, with a goal to “portray birds in a way that display[s] their incredible beauty and diversity, and to inspire a deeper concern for their well-being.

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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.