Photography

February 6, 2018

Interview: Close-Up Photos of Insects Looking Like Aliens Straight Out of a Sci-Fi Movie

Fascinated by insects since he was a child, Swedish photographer John Hallmén has made a name for himself as a premier insect photographer. Self-taught, Hallmén's meticulous approach sees him capturing these tiny creatures either in the wild or in his makeshift home studio. Hallmén's insect portraits are an incredibly detailed look into the personality and anatomy of different species, each photograph a tribute to a universe of animals that often goes unnoticed.

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February 2, 2018

Street Photographer Hunts Down Life’s Uncanny Coincidences

All street photographers are hunters in one way or another, seeking out the perfect moments in life to frame an exceptional image. Jonathan Higbee takes this to another level through his work, which is based on observational skills so sharp they expertly pull out the instances in which people and objects align perfectly.

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January 28, 2018

Striking Winners of the 2018 Black + White Photographer of the Year Competition

Celebrating the best of monochromatic photography, the Black+White Photographer of the Year (BPOTY) contest has awarded the winners of the 2018 competition. The biennial contest is organized by Black+White Photography Magazine in partnership with Fujifilm and is open to amateur and professional photographers. Rachael Talibart was awarded the top prize for her striking image of a breaking wave captured off the southern coast of England.

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January 23, 2018

Incredible Photos Capture Strength and Determination of Lioness Running Down Her Prey

Wildlife photographer George Turner recently showed off his infinite patience when photographing an elusive sleeping leopard, and his persistence is once again on display with this majestic image of a lioness in full sprint. Turner traveled with Discover the World and flew with South African Airways to Windhoek, the capital of Namibia, where he spent five days at the Etosha National Park waiting to catch this lioness in hunting mode, and he was rewarded as she chased down a wildebeest.

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