Photography
August 26, 2015

Photographer Documents Chemically Polluted Landscapes and Soaks Film in the Same Toxins

Brandon Seidler draws attention to the damage humans have done to the environment by photographing natural landscapes that have been altered by chemical pollution and then soaking the film in the same harsh chemicals that were found at the site. The developed film, which has been corroded by different acids, yields distorted, uncanny images of a world transformed by manmade toxins.

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Style
August 25, 2015

“104-Year-Old” Grandpa Expresses Himself with Timeless Style

Günther Krabbenhöft has revealed that self-expression is key when it comes to creating a timeless style. He expertly shows this in his artistic choice of clothing, which features vibrant colors, clean lines, and many classic bowties. “I find that I dress pretty normal,” Krabbenhöft admits. “I've always dressed like this. When I went to work, when I go to exercise. I want to look at myself with joy.

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Art
August 25, 2015

Whimsical Bronze Sculptures Turn Airport into Interactive Playground

In collaboration with Hamad International Airport, Qatar Museums has brought the museum experience to the Doha, Qatar airport by installing works by local, regional, and international artists throughout the building. Among the installations is a series of playful bronze sculptures by Tom Otterness, a New York-based artist known for his cheerful figures that pop up in unexpected public spaces.

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Animals
August 19, 2015

Mesmerizing Macro Photos of Cats’ Eyes by Andrew Marttila

Philadelphia-based photographer and self-described “crazy cat man” Andrew Marttila specializes in capturing beautifully expressive portraits of adorable felines. His latest work includes a series of macro shots that zoom in on cats' eyes, showing every minute detail of the creature's colorful iris and slitted pupil. Ranging in hue from mottled gold to ice blue to emerald green, each cat's eye is a mesmerizing reflection of the fierce and magnetic personalities of our feline overlords.

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