Career
October 16, 2017

Copyright Laws Make Photographs of the Eiffel Tower at Night Illegal

As a photographer, it's always important to understand copyright laws in whatever country you're photographing. For instance, most people know that you'll need a model release if you intend on publishing images of people for commercial or editorial purposes. But what if you want to photograph, or simply use imagery of, a famous monument—one that's outdoors in public space? This is where things can get tricky.

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Food Art
October 14, 2017

17-Year-Old Whips Up Adorable 3D Latte Art That Pops Out of Her Mug

Daphne Tan (aka periperipeng) takes coffee art to the next level. The 17-year-old is quickly making a name for herself by whipping up 3D coffee foam characters that pop out of the mug. With the use of a Nespresso milk frother, the self-taught, Singapore-based latte artist uses a mix of carob powder, soy milk, and water to create the thick foam for her sculpted masterpieces.

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Funny
October 13, 2017

Photoshop Troll “Fixes” People’s Photos by Taking Their Requests Way Too Literally

Photoshop is a powerful tool with infinite possibilities for folks with creative minds. And if they have an expert-level understanding of the program, these photo manipulation masters can make anything happen. Digital artist James Fridman, a funny Photoshop troll, does just this; he takes user requests to “fix” their pictures, then interprets their directions literally. The results are often as outrageous as they are hilarious.

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Street Photography
October 12, 2017

NYC Cab Driver Spends 30 Years Photographing His Passengers

In 1980, aspiring photographer Ryan Weideman landed in New York City from California, looking to make a name for himself. But he soon found himself focused on more practical matters, like paying the rent. Thanks to his neighbor, who was a cab driver, he found himself riding along in the taxi one night, and by the next day, he'd found both a way to pay the bills and the perfect outlet for his creativity.

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