Art History
June 23, 2019

Memento Mori: Life and Death in Western Art from Skulls to Still Life

We’ve all heard the phrases “here today, gone tomorrow” and “nothing lasts forever.” They’re sayings that reflect on the fleeting nature of life, reminding us of our mortality. And though most cultures today find a discussion about death to be uncomfortable, this wasn’t always the case. Throughout history, particularly in times of strife, people were encouraged to ponder death and its meaning.

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Photography
June 21, 2019

Hasselblad Announces Its Smallest Medium Format Camera Ever

Hasselblad is allowing photographers to enjoy the quality of its medium format cameras in increasingly small sizes thanks to a new design. When paired with the soon-to-be-released CFV II 50C digital back, the Hasselblad 907X  medium format camera body will provide unparalleled photography quality in a small package. In fact, the 907X  is Hasselblad's smallest medium format camera body ever. The CFV II 50C has a medium format 50-megapixel CMOS sensor (43.8 x 32.9 mm)

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Landscape Photography
June 21, 2019

Amazing Infrared Photos Turn Swiss Alps into Majestic Pink and Purple Mountains

When you think of the world’s most beautiful landscapes, you probably imagine sweeping green fields and tranquil blue lakes, but Zak van Biljon’s stunning infrared photography puts a surreal twist on how we typically see the world. His series, Modernising Nature, features vivid pink and red landscapes that invite the viewer to question how we perceive nature. Originally from Cape Town, the talented photographer is now based in Zurich where he captures Switzerland’s epic mountainscapes.

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Portrait Photography
June 20, 2019

Interview: Kids Around the World Photographed Surrounded by Their Weekly Diet

What is the biggest takeaway you had from the project? The revolution in diet and sameness of what kids around the world are eating—ultra-processed packaged foods, empty calories. The children I met have distinct personalities and diverse hobbies, yet they’re often eating in eerily similar ways. Compare the diets of Paulo from Sicily and Isaiah from Los Angeles.

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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.