Between Reality and Illusion by Photographer Pep Ventosa What is a photograph? According to Pep Ventosa, it’s magic. Pep usually works with multiple shots of one scene, taken from different angles, and then pieces them together, one by one, like a puzzle. By doing so, he is able to create a look that is very […]
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We are honored to be able to interview Robert Markus, winner of the 2020 Nikon Small World Photomicrography Competition. His winning image, “Hebe plant anther with pollen”, displays crisp details showing how cells of the Hebe plant react to light. His procedure provides vital information needed for understanding the plant at its microscopic level.
We are honored to have the chance to interview the winner of the 2020 Nikon Small World Photomicrography Competition, Dr. Vasilis Kokkoris. Dr. Kokkoris is an expert on Arbuscular Mycorrhizal (AM) fungi.
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When I first saw Heiko Gerlicher’s images of trees near his home in Germany, they immediately reminded me of the fictional Mirkwood in J. R. R. Tolkien’s The Lord of the Rings series of novels. These forest scenes are enchanting and magical, a perfect place for Wood-elves to inhabit in long ages past.
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Vibes of Nature Revealed by Andro Loria The sprawling river networks, reminiscent of vascularization, that spread out in the Icelandic terrain are utterly breathtaking. The colors, shapes and patterns are beautifully interwoven and contrasted, making for glorious naturally created visual presentations. Owing to Andro′s talents in capturing images of these amazing landscapes, as well as
Love for Wildlife by Elizabeth Shen Elizabeth′s love for furry animals began when she met the two family pet rabbits. From them, she learned to love and respect all animals. Afterwards, she volunteered at the House Rabbit Society (HRS), fostered for SaveABunny and The Rabbit Haven and eventually took to wildlife photography. Taking online masterclasses
Ice formation by Photographer Mr. Kaji The striking poses of ice formations, the white snow and ice juxtaposed boldly against the dark water, reveal the innate beauty of the Alaskan wilds. A testament to the power of nature, to form such patterns in ice and to stand the test of time in a savage environment,
High Artistic Photography Portrayed by Frank Liu “Message”, Courtesy: Frank Liu The splendid dance (above) performed by a male Great Egret on a live oak in Florida was captured by Frank Liu, a wildlife photographer. The Great Egret, a handsome bird, ethereal like a fairy princess, gracefully moves its lissome body in rhythms, waving its
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Natural Wonders of USA Portrayed by Frank Sirona Frank Sirona′s captivating photos of natural wonders, especially in the Southwest United States, are truly awe-inspiring. His pursuit of perfection in large-format photography has yielded amazing landscape photos that encompass places such as Zion National Park, the Colorado Rocky Mountains, Yosemite National Park, etc. The beauty of
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Photography by Evgeny Kurkin, Performer in “Amaluna” Cirque du Soleil′s extravaganza show, ″Amaluna″, was a big splash in the Bay Area last winter. Set on a mysterious island governed by a goddess and their queen, Prospera, the show tells a story of love between the queen′s daughter and a brave young suitor. It is to
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