Photography

March 20, 2020

Enchanting Photos of Madeira’s Ancient Fanal Forest Filled With 500-Year-Old Trees

The island of Madeira is known for its dramatic landscape, which includes rugged mountains, volcanoes, and rocky beaches. But one of Madeira's most unique treasures is an ancient forest where every step takes you inside a scene ripped from a fairy tale. Known for its enchanting morning fog, the Fanal forest is part of an ancient laurel forest. Thanks to incredible images by photographer Albert Dros, we're transported into this dreamy landscape.

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March 10, 2020

Stunning Photos Give Unique Perspective of Greenland’s Icebergs Underwater

Inspired as a child by the adventures of Jacques Cousteau, German photographer Tobias Friedrich feels right at home underwater. Since 2007 he's been photographing his adventures, making a name for himself as a top underwater photographer. Moving from tropical locations to the arctic, Friedrich has seen it all but nothing quite prepared him for the sight of an iceberg from below.

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March 4, 2020

Surreal Photos of Akihabara Without People Show the Beauty of Empty Space

With an estimated population of nearly 14 million people, it's hard to imagine Tokyo without crowds. Its famed crosswalk in Shibuya regularly shuttles hundreds—if not thousands—from one side of the street to the other and has become an emblem of the city's bustling nature. But there's another side to Tokyo, one that few see. Luckily, thanks to Twitter user @urbex_34, this quiet side to Tokyo is now on display.

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March 3, 2020

Winter Magic in Real Life: Beautiful Photos of Snow-Covered Forests

Photographer Heiko Gerlicher has always had a love for the forest. In fact, it's such an inspiration that it's the landscape photographer's main subject. His latest series Hoar Frost allows snow-covered trees to become shining stars, as their icy leaves create marvelous patterns. A look at his portfolio is like stepping into a magical winter wonderland plucked from a fairy tale.

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