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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Interview
August 17, 2015

Interview: Playful Photos of Polar Bears Frolicking in Flower Fields During Summer

Although we're used to seeing polar bears inhabiting snowy, icy landscapes during the winter, we rarely think about these majestic beasts in any other environments as the seasons change. As summer rolls around, though, it can be amazing to see the kind of shenanigans the furry creatures get themselves into. Polar bears in Northern Canada's Hudson Bay can be found playing in gorgeous flower fields, munching on freshly caught fish, and hunting beluga whales.

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Photography
August 14, 2015

Interview: Quietly Expressive Faces of Women Whose Eyes Tell a Story

Marta Bevacqua (aka Moth Art) has mastered the art of simple portraiture. The gifted photographer captures stunning portraits of women with facial expressions so powerful, they can tell an entire story with a single gaze. Using simply her camera, a 50mm lens, and natural lighting, Marta opts to shoot organically in the moment with little planning. Each image portrays delicate, natural beauty with a quiet, emotive strength.

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Environment
August 13, 2015

Interview: Exploring the Ocean Depths with NatGeo Traveler Photo Contest Winner Anuar Patjane Floriuk

We recently announced the winners of the 2015 National Geographic Traveler Photo Contest. Now, we bring you an exclusive interview with photographer Anuar Patjane Floriuk, who took home the contest's grand prize for his breathtaking underwater shot of scuba divers swimming close to a humpback whale and her newborn calf. Floriuk, who was born and lives in Mexico, captured the winning photo (below)

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