Photography

December 4, 2019

Photographer Captures Perfect Moment of Squirrel Leaping Over Water With a Nut

Photographer Dick van Duijn has a penchant for being in the right place at the right time. Over the past year, he has captured memorable pictures of animals doing adorable things when they think no one is watching. His photo of a ground squirrel enjoying the sweet scent of a flower went viral in the late summer; and now, another of these creatures has gained him fame across the world.

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November 29, 2019

Interview: Photographer Takes to the Sky to Capture Holland’s LED Greenhouses

German aerial photographer Tom Hegen has dedicated his craft to exploring the impact that humans have on the natural world. For better or worse, his work shows how we have shaped the environment and made changes that are often irreparable. His latest journey into the sky saw him photographing Holland's LED greenhouses, which have allowed The Netherlands to remain a formidable force in food production and export.

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November 19, 2019

Interview: Steve McCurry Captures Human Connection to Animals Around the World

For over forty years, legendary photographer Steve McCurry has been traveling the world and documenting the human condition through his iconic images. Invariably, his attention turned not only to humans and the way that they behave, but also to the animals that surrounds us. Most importantly, McCurry's interest in the complex relationship between animals, humans, and their environment was apparent in his photography. Steve McCurry.

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November 15, 2019

Adorably Hilarious Winners of the 2019 Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards

Our domestic pets make us laugh on a daily basis, but animals in the wild can have their funny moments, too. Now in its 5th year, the Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards recently announced the hilarious winning photos for 2019. The funny images were chosen from over 4,000 entries from 68 different countries, revealing that silly playfulness is universal amongst animals.

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