Books
October 26, 2024

Evocative New Book Surveys the Color Palettes Used by Renowned Artists

Color palettes have drastically evolved to accommodate new movements and attitudes throughout art history. Whether it be limited as in De Stijl or explosive as in Fauvism, the use of color offers an exciting glimpse into an artist’s techniques and influences. An evocative new book by British art historian Alexandra Loske explores these ideas through the color palettes used by some of the world’s greatest artists.

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Dogs
October 24, 2024

Heartwarming Winners of the 2024 Dog Photography Awards

Man's best friend is being celebrated at the 2024 Dog Photography Awards. Pet photographers from more than 60 different countries entered 1,700 photos across five diverse categories. From animals in action to heartwarming portraits, the winners highlight the diversity and charm of dogs. Regine Jensen‘s beautiful image Moving in time places a white whippet named Rebelle in a billowing red cape.

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Photography Gear
October 24, 2024

This Ergonomic Grip Turns Your Mobile Phone Into a Professional Camera

If you want to take your mobile phone photography to the next level, SNAPPY will do the trick. Now available on Kickstarter, this cool piece of camera gear is marketed as a “super stable ergonomic battery grip for mobile phones,” but it's much more than that. The mobile gimbal not only helps control the angle, lighting, and motion of your photos and videos, it also acts as a Bluetooth remote and a power bank.

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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.