Photography

January 10, 2014

Mirrored Reflections Produce Beautifully Complex Landscapes

American photographer and director of photography Cody William Smith mirrors the world upon itself in these contemplative landscapes. The series, entitled A Moment's Reflection, features a large, round mirror placed conspicuously into the dirt, the sand, or the sea in various settings. Standing upright and partially buried, the mirror interrupts the typical landscape with a reflection of another space located nearby. The beautiful arrangements create a harmonious balance of multiple realities connecting in unexpected ways.

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December 27, 2013

Snoop: Adorable Photo of a Child and a Cat

Four days ago, Indonesia-based photographer Tri Joko put up an extremely adorable photo called Snoop on photo sharing site 500px. Not only did 10,000 people view that photo in one day, it raised a storm of controversy as fellow photographers started to call “foul,” or in other words, “this is photoshopped.

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December 23, 2013

Iranian Woman’s Powerfully Symbolic Story of "Miss Butterfly"

Tehran-based photographer Shadi Ghadirian explores the many issues that modern women face, including culture, religion, and individuality. Her series, Miss Butterfly, is a collection of black and white photographs filled with strong symbolism and powerfully striking visual elements. Each image features a single woman diligently working to complete an intricate spider web within a domestic setting. The cold and empty environment produces feelings of isolation and disconnect with the surrounding world.

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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.