Macro Photography
February 19, 2025

Photographer Travels To Remote Forests of Indonesia To Capture Images of Rare Insects

For the past decade, scientific researcher and professional photographer Mofeed Abu Shalwa has allowed his passion for insects to guide his adventures. And recently, a voyage to Indonesia led to some difficult challenges and extraordinary photography. The Saudi photographer spent 17 days on the islands of Seram and Kalimantan, driven by the desire to photograph rare insects. As Shalwa is particularly fascinated by beetles, he first reached out to local entomologists specializing in this insect.

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Endangered Animals
February 18, 2025

India’s Tiger Population Has Doubled Thanks To Active Wildlife Conservation

Tigers are arguably one of the most beautiful creatures on Earth. As an endangered species, there are several conservation groups that are working hard to maintain their survival. Luckily, a study published in January 2025 has revealed that India doubled its tiger population over the course of 12 years. According to India’s National Tiger Conservation Authority, the study maintains that the number of tigers in India went from 1,706 in 2010 to 3,682 in 2022.

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Oil Painting
February 18, 2025

Ethereal Paintings of Women Explore What It Means To Be Human and Connected to Nature [Interview]

When considering the portrait’s place in art history, most would consider it within the purview of the Old Masters. Artist Alexandra Manukyan is reimagining this narrative, resurrecting classical techniques through contemporary frameworks. Born in Armenia and now based in Los Angeles, Manukyan primarily paints portraits of women, rendered with a vivid color palette and rich textures. Manukyan’s style is certainly inspired by classical portraiture, but not without a twist.

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Photo Contest
February 17, 2025

Striking Winners of the 2024 Nature inFocus Photography Competition

After receiving a record-breaking 14,180 entries across 42 countries, the 2024 Nature inFocus photography competition has announced its winners. Wildlife photographer Supun Dilshan was named Photographer of the Year for his strong portfolio of images capturing the plight of elephants in Sri Lanka. The portfolio, aptly titled Trapped Between Worlds, shows the struggles that these elephants face as human and animal worlds collide.

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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.