Photography

December 17, 2015

Nude Yoga Girl Contorts Her Body into Works of Art Without Breaking Instagram’s No Nudity Rules

Twenty-five-year-old Nude Yoga Girl isn't aiming to defy Instagram's nudity policy–she instead wants to use her yoga skills to create bodily works of art. “With my account I want to inspire people to realize that everybody is very beautiful and capable of [doing] amazing things with their bodies,” she told Daily Mail. “Yoga helped me accept my body exactly the way it is.

Read Article

December 11, 2015

Young Woman Captures Expressive Photos of Cats to Cope with Insecurities and Bullying Memories

Felicity Berkleef can truly say that art changed her life for the better. Even though she was a happy, outgoing child who loved life, circumstances changed when she entered high school. Incessant bullying took its toll on Berkleef, who resorted to crying on a daily basis. The difficulties in her life became exponential when she almost lost her mom.

Read Article

December 2, 2015

2016 Pirelli Calendar Celebrates the Beauty of Women’s Accomplishments

The 2016 Pirelli calendar represents a distinct departure from past versions that typically display artful nudes of famous models. This year, the Italian tire manufacturer decided to go a different route–one that showcases womankind's talent instead. To bring this progressive idea to life, world-renowned photographer Annie Leibovitz was asked to capture dignified portraits of these thirteen, talented women: Yoko Ono, Amy Schumer, Serena Williams, Yao Chen (who wrote and posed for the calendar's foreword)

Read Article

November 11, 2015

Interview: Dynamic Street Shots Document the Quirky Everyday Scenes of New York City

Photographer Phil Penman uses his camera to document the dynamic energy, delightfully wacky inhabitants, and vibrant spirit of New York City. Shooting primarily in black and white, he captures a fantastic mix of playful portraits and atmospheric street scenes that illuminate everyday moments in a metropolis that has captured the imaginations of creatives for centuries.

Read Article

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.