Photography
February 6, 2025

Annie Leibovitz and Lisa Saltzman Launch Inaugural Photography Prize Celebrating Emerging Photography Talent

Acclaimed photographer Annie Leibovitz has launched a new photography prize to promote emerging talent. Organized in collaboration with philanthropist and photographer Lisa Saltzman, the Saltzman-Leibovitz Photography Prize has just announced the six international photographers who have been shortlisted for their talent and visual storytelling abilities. The photographers, who hail from Ukraine, Nigeria, Romania, the Netherlands, the United States, and France, will have the opportunity to win a share of the $20,000 prize fund.

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Tattoos
February 6, 2025

Hyperrealistic Tattoos Look Like Embroidered Patches Stitched on the Skin

These textile patches may look like they could peel right off, but they’re actually permanently inked onto the skin. Brazilian tattoo artist Vinícius Moschen redefines the art of tattooing with his unique designs inspired by embroidery. Textile patches have been a fashion staple since the 1970s, and Moschen’s tattoos flawlessly embody their nostalgic charm. His ever-growing portfolio showcases hyperrealistic designs inspired by textile motifs, from retro cartoon characters to sports team emblems.

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Technology
February 5, 2025

Ingenious At-Home Device Produces Water From Thin Air Thanks To NASA-Developed Technology

Water is a precious resource that we all rely on and now there appears to be a device to produce more of it from thin air. Spout uses technology adapted from NASA to draw out water from the air and make it safe to drink. Sleek, eco-friendly, and health conscious, the device could be the future of water consumption, and it all begins on a kitchen counter.

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My Modern Met

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