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March 24, 2016

Photographer Gets Lost in the Beauty of Tokyo’s Neon Streets at Night

Liam Wong injects a unique cyberpunk flavour into his images, casting a light upon the dark corners and back alleys that twist throughout Tokyo. His photographs manage to precisely capture the dynamism of the bustling city lit by bright neon signs and artificial lights, making one question the reality depicted in each photograph.

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March 17, 2016

Powerful Portraits Explore the Culturally Rich Traditions of Mexico’s Zapotec People

Always armed with a camera by his side, Diego Huerta is passionate about telling stories through his photography.

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March 7, 2016

Interview: Capturing Timeless Photos Around the World with Jody MacDonald

Jody MacDonald is no ordinary photographer.

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February 29, 2016

90-Year-Old Woman Decides to Take a Cross-Country Road Trip Instead of Cancer Treatment

In July 2015, a 90-year-old woman named Norma lost her husband and, a mere two days later, she was diagnosed with uterine cancer. Doctors advised the nonagenarian to undergo chemotherapy, surgery, and radiation, but according to her daughter-in-law Ramie, Norma simply said, “I'm 90 years old. I'm not doing that.

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February 29, 2016

The World’s Oldest Living Cat Is 26 Years Old But Still Acts Like a Kitten

Meet Corduroy, a feisty Maine Coon cat that loves the outdoors, hunting critters, and taking naps in the sun.

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February 25, 2016

25 People Who Accidentally Dressed Like Inanimate Objects

At some point in our lives, most of us have accidentally worn the same outfit as a family member, friend,...

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February 25, 2016

Photographer Captures the Wild Beauty and Elegance of Horses

Animals are perhaps one of the most difficult photography subjects to work with–you can't exactly ask a cat to smile for the camera and expect it to happen. Photographing equine models comes with its own set of challenges, as one attempts to communicate the intrinsic grace and beauty of these large, flighty beasts. German photographer Wiebke Haas tweaked the art of animal photography for years, and now consistently produces stunning photographs of magnificent animals.

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February 24, 2016

Story Behind the Viral “Handsome Grandfather” is a Sweet Tale of Love and Devotion

When Derek Schwendeman posted a photo of his grandfather to Reddit, he had no idea that it would take the Internet...

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February 23, 2016

Kindergartner Dresses Up as a 100-Year-Old to Celebrate 100th Day of School

When Jacob Martin‘s 5-year-old daughter was told to dress the part for her 100th day of school, she went above...

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February 22, 2016

Young Photographer Achieves Cathartic Emotional Release through His Visual Diary

Creative expression is an avenue that many turn towards when other forms of communication fail. Daniel Serva is an example of this, using emotive self-portraits to convey his feelings to the world. The launch of his 365 Project marked the beginning of a journey that would see him creating daily images that relayed his emotions over the course of the next year.

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