Photography

September 19, 2022

Street Photographer Shares the Moments When He’s Been “Caught” Taking a Photo

Discretion is part of street photography. If you want to capture candid pictures of people, it’s best to do it when they can’t see you. But sometimes, as photographer Benjamin Lee (aka Itchban) shares, it’s unavoidable that you’ll get “caught.” In an ongoing series of photos, he pinpoints the moments when people are looking directly into his camera as they walk down the street, sit in their cars, or stand on the train.

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September 17, 2022

These Unexpectedly Fearsome Photos of Ants Will Keep You Up at Night

Most of us don't give it much thought when we see an ant going about its business. But for photographer Josh Coogler, an ant sighting is a new chance to explore the world of macro photography. And, in doing so, Coogler has discovered that these insects are much more complex than they appear from afar. His incredible macro portraits of ants are fascinating—and terrifying—at the same time.

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September 11, 2022

Photographer Captures the Vast Beauty of Alaska Through Breathtaking Mountainscapes

The beauty of North America is vast, offering shining seas and breathtaking vistas to those who explore it. Photographer Ian Merculieff ventures to the mountains where he’s captured some awe-inspiring images, particularly in Alaska. One of his most striking photos to date is of Denali, the highest peak on the continent at 20,310 feet. (It's the third-highest of the Seven Summits.)

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