Columbus, OH

Polaroid and Magnum Photos have launched an Open Call for new photographic storytellers. Renowned Magnum photographers Enri Canaj, Newsha Tavakolian and Jim Goldberg are spearheading this project, highlighting the raw power of black-and-white photography with the Polaroid I-2 Instant Camera. Canaj’s “Albania Homecoming” explores the profound cultural and societal shifts...

Polaroid and Magnum Photos Launch Open Call for Photographers

Digital Camera World

The must-see work of Mary Ellen Mark comes to Thames & Hudson's affordable photography book line

New 'mini monograph' provides perfect introduction to the divisive photography of Mary Ellen Mark

Shooting in exotic locations presents unique challenges and opportunities for photographers. Capturing the essence of a place while managing technical difficulties and working with models requires skill, adaptability, and creative problem-solving. Coming to you from Irene Rudynk, this insightful video takes you behind the scenes of a photoshoot at Bali's...

Overcoming Technical Hurdles in Portrait Photography

Join us for this weekly conversation between photographer Craig Cutler and illustrator Craig Frazier, whose collaboration is a testament to the unexpected alchemy of creative play. The project consists of one weekly prompt interpreted by the pair for 52 weeks. Check out prompts one through five here. Balance. Follow along...

Two Craigs: 6/52

When most of us look at silverware, we think about the next meal we’ll be eating, but not Matt Wilson. The South Carolina-based artist, also known as Airtight Artwork, bends and manipulates spoons, forks, and knives into works of art. While he sculpts various animals, some of our absolute favorites are his flocks of birds, which he mounts on gorgeous wood backgrounds. Wilson is an expert at using the shapes and textures of the flatware to create the details of his birds. The ridges on a handle may become a wing’s feathers, while the spoon’s curve helps create their heads. And though Wilson enjoys using recognizable and relatable material, he also appreciates that the cutlery has become increasingly abstract as his sculptures have become more elaborate. “I’m constantly thinking about how to render different body parts out of metal,” he tells My Modern Met. “Using curves and angles, but also negative space to create flow. I like for the viewer’s eye to have to do a little work when observing my pieces.”

Ingenious Artist Uses Cutlery To Create Charming Bird Sculptures

Blanco, TX

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There were a number of celebrities who passed away within the past week, including two notable actresses: Shelley Duvall and Shannen Doherty. Shelley Duvall passed away on Thursday July 11th at her home in Blanco, Texas. The cause of death was complications from diabetes and news of her death was confirmed by her partner Dan Gilroy.

Two Beloved Hollywood Actresses Have Passed Away This Week

Virginia State

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Mercurochrome and Merthiolate were in medicine cabinets in many Virginia homes decades ago. They were in bottles with droppers that gallons the red liquid. Looking at that old bottle in the above image brings back many memories.

Mercurochrome and Merthiolate once were in many Virginia homes

Chicago, IL

Foodie in Chicago

Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

New York City, NY

Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

Virginia Wendy Williams fans, this is your July 2024 update on the former talk show host. Her best friend of 44 years, Regina Schell, has shared recent concerns with TV Show Aces and says she has not seen or talked to Wendy in more than a year.

Wendy Williams fans are worried after her best friend claims not to have heard from her in a year

“There seemed to be no trees and no valleys and no hills to break the ground in front of them, only one vast slope going slowly up and up to meet the feet of the nearest mountain, a wide land the colour of heather and crumbling rock, with patches and slashes of grass-green and moss-green showing where water might be.”

Meanwhile No. 203

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The color yellow is gorgeous, eye-catching, and downright happy for most people. So much so that it's the main hue in the world-famous happy face—but science says it's not the best color to wear on a date.

You Shouldn't Wear Yellow on First Dates, Here's Why

Miami, FL

Miami Beach, FL

Art Basel Miami Beach has unveiled details for its 2024 edition, set to host 283 galleries, slightly up from last year's 277. Returning to the Miami Exhibition Centre from December 6 to 8, with a VIP preview on December 4 and 5, this year's fair is under the new leadership of Bridget Finn. Finn, a former partner at Michigan's Reyes Project and associate director at Independent Curators International, has made significant strides in supporting smaller galleries since joining Art Basel Miami last July.

Art Basel Miami Beach 2024 Set to Showcase 283 Galleries Under New Leadership

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There are certain zodiac signs that most people are careful with because of their fiery and low tolerance levels. You can hardly mess with individuals with such signs without getting a backlash. Whether they are in work environments or family settings, they do not hesitate to set boundaries and protect them.

5 Zodiac Signs You Don't Mess With

Debbie Millman has an ongoing project at PRINT titled “What Matters.” This is an effort to understand the interior life of artists, designers, and creative thinkers. This facet of the project is a request of each invited respondent to answer ten identical questions and submit a nonprofessional photograph.

What Matters to Gush Mundae

Artist Sergiu Ciochină captures the charm of European cities in his textured paintings by focusing on more than just iconic landmarks. Based in Paris, Ciochină finds inspiration in everyday scenes, such as the colors of buildings and the interplay of light and shadows on various surfaces. His paintings, while based on real elements like buildings, flowers, and streets, transcend mere replication of photographs. Instead, he uses these elements as a springboard for his creative process, blending observation with artistic interpretation to produce unique landscapes. “None of them can be called copies of photographs,” Ciochină explains. His work is a fusion of creativity, technique, and personal vision, resulting in pieces that offer viewers a new perspective on familiar settings.

Artist Conveys the Charm of European Cities Through His Textured Paintings

Los Angeles, CA

Featured image via mfrissen on flickr. Besides the gas prices, one of the most devastating things about living in Los Angeles is witnessing beloved businesses and buildings get bought, demolished, and replaced by soulless “luxury” apartment behemoths or chain coffee shops. I’ve only lived for the better part of a decade. Still, even I have seen legendary movie theaters like the Cinerama Dome fight for their lives, institution dive bars like the Good Luck Bar shutter their doors, and Googie architecture gems like Dinah’s Family Restaurant forced to change locations.

The Marilyn Monroe Residence Has Officially Been Saved from Demolition

100 Days is an annual project at New York City’s School of Visual Arts that was founded by Michael Bierut. Each year, the students of the school’s Master’s in Branding Program spend 100 days documenting their process with a chosen creative endeavor. This year, we’re showcasing each student in the program by providing a peek into ten days of their project. You can keep an eye on everyone’s work on our SVA 100 Days page.

‘The Price is Too Damn High’ Documents 100 Days of an Evolving POV

When you revisit familiar places, it's easy to overlook new scenes. You might have fixed ideas of what to shoot. This can lead to missing unique moments. Coming to you from Andy Mumford, this inspiring video explores the use of panoramic formats to break the routine. Panoramic images, once a staple, have fallen out of favor due to the rise of mobile and Instagram photography. However, they offer a unique way to capture expansive scenes. With the right settings, you can create stunning images that wouldn't fit in a traditional frame.

Using Panoramic Crops to Revitalize Your Photography

‘100 Days’ of Bizzare American Moments

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1 Prompt, 2 Craigs, 52 Weeks of Stirring Illustration and Photography

We have no idea what we are doing. And, well, we’ll be damned if that’s not one of the most concise and accurate descriptions of the...

1 Prompt, 2 Craigs, 52 Weeks of Stirring Illustration and Photography

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