Photography

February 14, 2016

These Photos of the Vietnam War Reveal Rarely-Seen Perspectives from the Other Side

The Vietnam War was a long and gruesome battle with a huge cost accumulated on both sides, in terms of human fatalities. Since it ended over 40 years ago, it remains an event that haunts our collective history. Many maintain a vision of the war filtered through a handful of famous pictures that were captured by courageous civilians or military officers.

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February 11, 2016

Nigerian Bread Seller Accidentally Photobombs a Pop Star and Ends Up with a Modeling Contract

Many people fantasize about being “discovered” in the street, even though it's highly unlikely to happen. For a Nigerian woman selling bread on the street, however, the nearly-impossible moment of “discovery” became a reality. It's been a whirlwind experience ever since, changing her life forever. Seemingly overnight, she went from being a bread seller to a professional model. The amazing story starts with a photo shoot featuring English musician Tinie Tempah and photographer/singer Ty Bello.

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January 25, 2016

Record-Breaking Blizzard Transformed NYC into a Tranquil Winter Wonderland

Parts of the East Coast were met with a blizzard (known as Jonas) that produced record-breaking snowfall over the weekend, which served as just cause for many to hunker inside of their warm, cozy homes. For photographer Vivienne Gucwa, however, this was the perfect opportunity to capture New York City in a highly rare form, as the bustling city was transformed into a tranquil winter wonderland.

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