Photography

November 5, 2013

Touching Portraits of Mothers with Their One-Day-Old Babies

While she's used to taking celebrity portraits like those of actress Keira Knightley, chef Jamie Oliver or the rock band Beastie Boys, photographer Jenny Lewis shows that she's just as skilled at capturing beautiful portraits of mother and child. One Day Young is a touching photo project that shows mothers with their babies within 24 hours of their birth.

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November 2, 2013

Eye-Opening Portraits of Living Conditions for Animals in Zoos

Captive is a powerful series by Washington D.C.-based Canadian photographer Gaston Lacombe that takes a look at animals in zoos and their living environments. Shooting his images from the perspective of any regular visitor, Lacombe manages to capture portraits of creatures, big and small, confined to the spaces they've been provided by the zoos they've been forced to inhabit.

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October 28, 2013

Incredibly Vivid Portraits by 21-Year-Old Wyatt McCollum

21-year-old Wyatt McCollum has an incredibly vivid imagination which he brings to life through his photography. He began taking pictures after high school graduation and his work often focuses on an exploration of surreal moments blended with a touch of reality. McCollum creates both portraits and self-portraits that evoke a mix of emotions and that convey beautifully contemplative moments in unconventional ways.

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October 25, 2013

Loving Husband Documents Every Stage of Wife’s Battle with Breast Cancer

The Battle We Didn't Choose is a powerful collection of images by photographer and loving husband Angelo Merendino, documenting his wife Jennifer's battle with breast cancer. Their story begins like your typical “boy meets girl” love story with Angelo mustering up the courage to reveal his feelings for Jennifer and even following her to New York City from Cleveland.

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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.