Vintage Photographs of People Using the Card Catalog at the Library in the 1970s
Before computers, librarians organized book information on cards filed in card catalogs. Each book had multiple cards with details like title, author, and subject, filed alphabetically for easy searching by patrons. Catalogers created this human-made metadata. Continue reading »
Stunning Photographs of Angelina Jolie Captured by Isabel Snyder in 1997
In the years prior to her career in photography, Isabel Snyder was active in the arts, teaching as well as working in the fields of design, music, and theater. As a consequence of this, she developed a refined attitude toward fashion and the surrounding environment. Continue reading »
Food Artist Devoney Scarfe Creates Beautiful Pie Artworks
The collection of delicious masterpieces created by Devoney Scarfe, a gifted food artist hailing from Auckland, Australia, comprises pictures of famous people and animals, whimsical scenes, and hilarious statements. Continue reading »
Beautiful-Bird Winning Photos From The GDT Nature Photographer Of The Year
“Surfing on the other side” by Levi Fitze
The GDT Nature Photographer of the Year competition showcased stunning photographs capturing the beauty of birds in their natural habitats. These award-winning images highlight the diversity and elegance of avian species, from vibrant exotic birds to graceful common varieties. Continue reading »
Spectacular Travel-Winning Photos From The One Eyeland Photography Awards
Wai Nok Cheng, Hong Kong
The One Eyeland Photography Awards once again delivers a captivating collection of winning photographs, showcasing the extraordinary talent of photographers worldwide. From awe-inspiring landscapes to poignant portraits, this year’s competition highlights the diverse beauty of our planet. Continue reading »
Breathtaking Landscape-Winning Photos From The 2024 reFocus Color Photography Awards
Gold: Northern Silk Road by Rolf Gemperle
Photography, particularly landscape photography, serves as a vivid canvas where moments are captured in light, evoking emotion and telling stories without words. The 2024 reFocus Color Photography Awards highlighted this genre, presenting breathtaking images that transport viewers to majestic mountains and serene seascapes, celebrating the planet’s diversity. Continue reading »
Spectacular Wedding Photographs from The FdB Photography Awards 2024
Give Me A Natural Smile! Photo By Giuliano Lo Rev
In 2024, the FdB Photography Awards captured the essence of weddings through a stunning collection of photos that showcased love and joy. Continue reading »
Spectacular Minimalism-Winning Photos From The 2024 reFocus Color Photography Awards
Gold: Las Escaleras Rojas by Paul Jobin
In today’s world of visual excess, minimalist photography provides a tranquil refuge, emphasizing reflection and simplicity. Continue reading »
This Artist Perfectly Colorized Retro Black and White Photos
The Bored Panda community member, known for their adeptness in colorizing vintage black and white photographs, expresses: “In a world often seen through the lens of black and white, there’s something magical about adding a splash of color to old photographs. Continue reading »
Spectacular Winning Inages From The Water Challenge by Close-Up Photographer of the Year
1st Place: Between the Stars by Tibor Litauszki
The 2023 Close-Up Photographer of the Year Water Challenge winners again captivated audiences with their stunning photographs of water’s ethereal beauty and complexity. Continue reading »
Spectacular Entries From 2024 Sony World Photography Awards
Seongmin Park, Korea
The 2024 Sony World Photography Awards stunned the world with a captivating display of winning photographs. From breathtaking Milky Way captures to deeply personal portraits, the collection showcased a powerful range of artistic talent. Continue reading »
The Superb Hyper-Realistic Lifelike Paintings By Marco Grassi
Marco Grassi, a talented artist from Italy, creates paintings so realistic they could easily be mistaken for photographs. However, what distinguishes Grassi is his distinctive approach: he infuses his portraits with surprising elements that blur the boundaries between reality and fantasy. Continue reading »
The Ethereal Artistry and Haunting Hyperrealism in Photographs by Alexander Berdin-Lazursky
Alexander Berdin-Lazursky’s photography exudes a crisp elegance that is both striking and flawlessly beautiful. Continue reading »
Spectacular Street Photography Winners From The Sony World Photography Awards 2024
Winner: Callie Eh, Malaysia
The 2024 Sony World Photography Awards have once again highlighted the extraordinary skill and imagination of street photographers worldwide. This year’s awardees have masterfully depicted the vibrancy of city living through their powerful and moving images, providing a window into the varied and energetic realm of street photography. Continue reading »
Horrible Photographs of Damaged Cars From the 1994 Northridge Earthquake
The 1994 Northridge earthquake struck the San Fernando Valley in southern California on January 17, becoming the most destructive quake in the state since the 1906 San Francisco earthquake and the costliest in U.S. history. Continue reading »
This Artist Creates Altered Photographs of Landscapes that Are Sure to Make You Scratch Your Head
The Turkish artist who creates one-of-a-kind and mind-blowing images is going to take us on a journey into surrealism via his eyes. Continue reading »
The Lotus Esprit S1, Known as “Wet Nellie,” Was Featured in The James Bond Film “The Spy Who Loved Me,” and These Photographs Are Really Breathtaking
The Lotus Esprit S1 was used in the 1977 James Bond film The Spy Who Loved Me, where it was affectionately dubbed “Wet Nellie.” This “car-submarine” became an iconic Bond vehicle, with its ability to transform from a car into a working submarine capturing the public’s imagination. Continue reading »
Stunning Examples of How Victorian Photographers “Retouched” Their Photographs
When it comes to photography, image alteration has long been prevalent. It is more than just a humorous reference to the past; a genuine airbrush was regularly employed on prints long before digital photography was even a glimmer in our eyes. The airbrush tool is more than just a fanciful reference to the past. Continue reading »
Beautiful Plant Photos From The Garden Photographer Of The Year Awards
1st Place: ‘Ethereal Nigella’ by Angi Wallace
Once again, the Garden Photographer of the Year Awards have revealed an incredible assortment of photographs illustrating the variety and magnificence of flora. Stunning detail abounds in this year’s entries, which portray everything from colorful blossoms to complex foliage. Continue reading »
Artist Transforms Photographs Into Completely Superb Different Images With Photoshop
Creative photo illustrations by Herri Susanto, talented self-taught retoucher, graphic designer and surrealist based in Bali, Indonesia. Herri sreate surreal worlds using Photoshop and his wild imagination. Continue reading »
Black And White Analog Photographs Explore The Serenity Of Long Meandering Roads
Swedish photographer Håkan Strand works with old analog cameras and black and white film to capture landscapes that exude the serenity of a time past. The photographs often center around rural roads and explore the stillness that exists when one reaches the fringes of civilization. His recently published book Silent Moments will soon be available to purchase on his website, where you can find further studies of back roads and long desert highways in landscapes in the US, UK, and throughout Scandinavia. Continue reading »
These Photographs Of Tattooed Senior Show That Body Art Looks Beautiful On Everyone
According to Ingrid Meijering: “‘TattooAge. Never too old.’ is a photography project, where we photographed 25 elderly people with tattoos in their living rooms. In these photographs, they show their tattoos and share the stories behind them: from a gift from a grandchild to a memory of a lost loved one. Some of these people had their first tattoo at the age of 80. Continue reading »
A World Of 80s Style: Photographs Documented British Teenage Courtship At North England’s First Disco Pub
These photographs were taken by Tom Wood at the Chelsea Reach Nightclub in New Brighton. They belong to a prolonged period of visual negotiation between Wood, the immediate community and the wider environs of Merseyside. Girls and boys on the pull are unaware of his tactful lens, as they flirt, drink, letch, snog, and dance the night away… Continue reading »
Amazing Candid Photographs Capture People On The Streets Of New York City In The 1980s
New York in the 1980s was a very different city, from pre-Disney Times Square to graffiti-scarred subways to the vibrant but ungentrified sections of Manhattan to the ruins of the South Bronx to the pre-9/11 World Trade Center. Continue reading »
Symmetrical Parts Of Vienna And Budapest In Stunning Photographs By Zsolt Hlinka
Architectural photographer Zsolt Hlinka has spent years capturing the symmetry of Budapest’s buildings. Now, with his new series Viennametry, he’s moved to the Austrian capital, giving new perspectives on the geometry of the city’s architecture. Hlinka photographs the intriguing courtyards and inspiring spiral staircases that pepper Vienna. Like Budapest, Vienna is a forward-looking city with a rich history that is reflected in its architecture. This inspired Hlinka to capture the dynamism of Vienna by framing the photos as tunnels moving toward the future. Continue reading »
