Beautiful Winning Photos From the AAP Magazine Awards on the Theme of “Colors”
First Place Winner: “United Colors” by Fabien Dendiével (France)
AAP Magazine’s 43rd photo contest winners have been announced, celebrating the theme of “Colors” and the diverse ways photographers use it to tell stories. The 25 winning images, spanning 15 countries and four continents, showcase a masterful use of color to evoke emotions, enhance storytelling, and capture the richness of everyday life. Continue reading »
Photographer Captured The Life of a Ping-Pong Table Through Seasons and Stories in a Russian Courtyard
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For a long time, a photographer captured moments in an ordinary Russian courtyard, where a simple ping-pong table became the heart of neighborhood life. Continue reading »
Spectacular Winning Photos of The 2024 Dog Photography Awards
1st Place, Portrait: “Ready for take off!” by Rhea Nellen
The 2024 Dog Photography Awards has recognized top photographers from over 60 countries for capturing the spirit of canine life across five categories: Portrait, Action, Studio, Dogs and People, and Documentary. Each category winner, celebrated for their unique perspective on dogs in various moments and environments, receives an engraved trophy and a $2,700 (€2,500) prize. Continue reading »
By Using Masks Made Of Their Clothing To Conceal Faces, An Artist Twists Historical Portraits
Düsseldorf artist Volker Hermes mixes up historical portraits by hiding their faces. Volker admitted to using Photoshop to disguise people’s uniqueness by reshaping existing parts in the paintings. Continue reading »
This Artist Turns Real Photos Into Beautiful One-Line Minimalist Drawings
Instagram artist @Lovetattoo__warszawa creates striking custom “One-Line” drawings that transform complex photos into minimalist art using just a single, continuous stroke. Her unique talent for capturing the essence of moments or loved ones has quickly gained attention, with people drawn to the simplicity and personal touch of her hand-drawn creations. Continue reading »
Spectacular Winning Photos Of AAP Magazine Awards “Shapes 2024”
Winner: ‘Interpolation’ by Sander Vos (Netherlands)
The winning photos of the AAP Magazine Awards “Shapes 2024” demonstrate the photographers’ creativity and skill in using shapes to enhance visual storytelling. From abstract forms to architectural details, the selected works showcase how mastering shape transforms ordinary scenes into stunning compositions that captivate and evoke emotion. Continue reading »
Wara Art Festival Artists Conjure Faerie Beasts from the Echigo Area for 2024
The “Thunder God” is said to be responsible for Niigata’s unique climate, where figs, strawberries, grapes and other fruits of the gods grow
The 2024 Wara Art Festival in Niigata, Japan, features large sculptures made from rice straw, called “wara,” created by Musashino Art University students. Continue reading »
Spectacular Street Winners From The 2024 Minimalist Photography Awards
1st Place Winner: Spectrum by Daniel Mead
The 2024 Minimalist Photography Awards honored exceptional street photography that skillfully embodied simplicity and the urban environment. The winning photographers captured striking images, using minimalism in composition and lighting to enhance emotional depth and narrative power. Continue reading »
The Best In Advertising Photography: 2024 Spotlight Awards Winners Announced
Kids Winner Matt Anderson, United States
Production Paradise has announced the winners of the 2024 Spotlight Awards, recognizing top talents in 14 commercial photography categories. Continue reading »
Beautiful Award-Winning Black and White Landscapes from the 2024 reFocus Photography Awards
Gold: Wave Washing on Iceberg, Antarctica by Jeff Schewe
The 2024 reFocus Black and White Photography Awards spotlight breathtaking landscape photography from around the globe, showcasing how monochrome enhances contrast, texture, and form to transform natural scenes into powerful works of art. Continue reading »
Breathtaking Minimalist Illustrations by XNJ
XNJ, an artist from Shenzhen, China, creates delicate illustrations featuring soft pastel shades, subtle gradients, and exquisite transparency effects, giving the works an ethereal, dreamlike quality, with minimalist depictions of female forms that emphasize elegance and tranquility. Continue reading »
Winning Photos From The 2024 Ocean Photographer Of The Year
1st place: Rafael Fernandez Caballero, Baja California Sur, Mexico
The 2024 Ocean Photographer of the Year competition showcased breathtaking underwater landscapes and marine wildlife, highlighting both the beauty of ocean ecosystems and the urgent need for conservation. Continue reading »
Amazing Winning Photos From The 2024 Astronomy Photographer of the Year
The overall winner: Distorted Shadows of the Moon’s Surface Created by an Annular Eclipse by Ryan Imperio
The Royal Observatory Greenwich, in partnership with BBC Sky at Night Magazine, announced the winners of its 16th annual Astronomy Photographer of the Year competition, featuring extraordinary cosmic phenomena and celestial wonders. Ryan Imperio’s breathtaking photograph earned the overall winner title, showcasing the vast beauty of space through technical brilliance and artistic composition. Continue reading »
Incredible Winning Photos From The 2024 reFocus Black And White Photography Awards
1st Place: The Right To Know by Roberta Vagliani
The 2024 reFocus Black and White Photography Awards showcased an awe-inspiring collection of photos that highlight the emotional depth and storytelling power of monochrome imagery, from striking portraits to dramatic landscapes. Continue reading »
Vintage Photos of People Having Way Too Much Fun with Statues
This charming and quirky collection of vintage snapshots highlights a fascinating trend—people posing with statues. Continue reading »
Purrfect Moments: A Glimpse into Tehran’s Street Cats in Charming Cat-otographs by Akbar Mehrinezhad
It’s cat o’clock, and we’re excited to showcase Akbar Mehrinezhad’s captivating, creative, and often humorous portraits of stray cats from Tehran, documenting their everyday lives and charming interactions with people. Continue reading »
Cat Drawings By Mj.Majcha That Are Probably One Of The Cutest Things On The Internet
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Meet Majcha, a gifted artist making waves on Instagram with her charming cat illustrations. With over 350,000 followers eagerly anticipating her next piece, this “girl who loves to draw” has captured hearts everywhere. Her delightful cat-themed art brightens people’s days and adds a little joy to each week. Continue reading »
How a Miniature Exhibit Triggered a Larger Discussion on Art and Society’s Boundaries
The Kentucky State Fair recently removed a miniature by artist Preston Poling aka “The Bearded Miniaturist”, which had won third place, after it was found to depict a “casting couch” scene associated with pornography. Continue reading »
Amazing Winning Photos From The 2024 iPhone Photography Awards
Grand Prize Winner: Boy Meets Shark by Erin Brooks, United States
The 2024 iPhone Photography Awards showcased the artistic potential of mobile photography, with winning photos that pushed creative boundaries by capturing diverse subjects and demonstrating a perfect blend of technical skill, creativity, and unique global perspectives. Continue reading »
Breathtaking Finalist Photos Of The 2024 Ocean Photographer Of The Year
Finalist, Wildlife Photographer of the Year: Jake Wilton, Conflict Islands, Papua New Guinea
The 2024 Ocean Photographer of the Year competition has revealed its remarkable finalists, showcasing breathtaking underwater images that capture the ocean’s beauty and mystery. With over $12,898 (£10,000) in prizes, the competition, hosted by Oceanographic Magazine, will announce the overall winner and top category awards next month. Continue reading »
Amazing Illustrations, Lineart and Design Artworks of Nabil Nezzar
Nabil Nezzar is a French illustrator based in Belgium who creates mesmerizing multifaceted pencil drawings. Continue reading »
Hilarious Winning Photos From The Comedy Pet Photo Awards 2024
Overall Winner And Dog Category Winner: “Not Just For Cats” By Sarah Haskell
The Comedy Pet Photo Awards 2024 brought joy to pet lovers with a collection of hilarious and heartwarming images, including a grinning cat and a dog diving into a pool. Continue reading »
Heartfelt Pet Portrait Tattoos by Ria Kim
Ria Kim, a tattoo artist from Seoul, specializes in creating realistic pet portraits combined with meaningful details like paw prints and flowers. Her work, inspired by her own rescued dog, Goboksu, captures the deep emotional bond between people and their pets, making each tattoo a touching tribute. Continue reading »
This Artist Makes Optimistic Drawings For Sad People
Nick Fisher is a self-described sad, squishy person and part-time comic artist. He created Failureshop as a visual journal to capture his thoughts and feelings, finding it more manageable than maintaining a traditional journal. Continue reading »
Humorous But Sad Illustrations By Santiago Bara That Might Make You Reflect On Life
In today’s world, life can be pretty strange and absurd, a craziness that isn’t new but now seems omnipresent, and while it might seem confusing and hard to make sense of, that’s not always a bad thing; artist Santiago Bara from Spain, who initially started drawing cartoons for practice, now uses this absurdity as inspiration for his simple yet humorous and thought-provoking illustrations, which have gained him over 8,000 Instagram followers and help people notice the weirdness of modern life. Continue reading »
