Photo Contest
February 20, 2018

Stunning Winners of 2018 Birth Photography Contest Show How Amazing Moms Are

Few experiences are as life-changing as giving birth. From the moment a mother discovers she’s pregnant to her baby’s first breath, it can be hard to express what this time means. But when words fail, birth photography ensures that the experience is beautifully immortalized; these specialty photographers capture maternity, labor, and life after the baby arrives.

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Cityscape Photography
February 19, 2018

Drone Captures “Unedited” Perspective of Bogotá’s Architecture From the Sky

Colombian creative director and photographer Camilo Monzón Navas gives a new perspective on the city of Bogotá through his captivating aerial photography. Paying homage to the city's greatest architecture, in addition to the bits of urban character that give Bogotá its unique flavor, his Aerial Facades series is a new take on classic drone photography. Monzón Navas's project had humble beginnings, with him simply exploring the city from the terrace of his apartment.

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Photojournalism
February 19, 2018

Touching Photo of Rescued Gorilla and Her Caretaker Wins ‘Wildlife Photographer of the Year’ Award

Year after year, we are awe-struck by the Natural History Museum‘s Wildlife Photographer of the Year Awards. Showcasing striking scenes of nature, the contest attracts photography fans and animal lovers alike. While most of 2017's winning entries were selected by a panel of judges, members of the public were also invited to voice their opinions.

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Art
February 16, 2018

Colorful Paper-Cut Sculpture Captures the Diversity of a Coral Reef

French paper designer and illustrator Mlle Hipolyte creates colorful sculptures out of intricately cut paper shapes. Previously mentioned for her three-dimensional animal masks, the artist’s latest piece of paper art is a magnificent, three-dimensional representation of a vibrant coral reef. Titled Coralium, the entirely hand-made creation is approximately 6.5 feet long by 3 feet tall, and was formed using various paper craft techniques, including quilling, scoring, and 3D modeling.

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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.