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Toby the Grey Dog: The Delightful Star of Stephen Hanson's Poster Series

June 19, 2023 in Photography & Visuals by Julian Everett

If you are a dog lover and a fan of beautiful, charming illustrations, then you're going to fall in love with the delightful poster series by British artist Stephen Hanson. The series spotlights Toby, an adorable grey dog who melts hearts and lightens moods with his captivating adventures.

Stanley Kubrick: From Photography to Filmmaking

June 21, 2023 in Photography & Visuals by Charlotte Sinclair

Before becoming a renowned film director, Stanley Kubrick spent several years working as a photographer for Look magazine, which was a rival to Life. In 1945, as a 17-year-old, he sold a photo to the publication for $25 that depicted a newspaper salesman mourning the death of President Roosevelt. A year later, he was hired as a staff photographer, a position he held until 1950.

The Artistic Legacy of Rodney Smith: Unique Surrealistic Photography

June 25, 2023 in Photography & Visuals by Julian Everett

Rodney Smith (1947-2016) was an American photographer known for his unique and evocative black and white images. Smith's works are renowned for their surreal quality, dreamlike settings, and the impeccable composition and lighting, often harkening back to the style of old master painters. His photography often blends whimsy and melancholy to create images that are at once familiar and strange.

CLARK & POUGNAUD: A Creative Fusion of Photography and Painting

July 4, 2023 in Photography & Visuals by Julian Everett

CLARK & POUGNAUD are a dynamic duo of contemporary visual art. The team consists of photographer Christophe Clark and artist Virginie Pougnaud. Their work blends elements of photography and painting to create an interesting interplay of light, color, and texture.

Social Illustrations: Unsettling Truths through the Lens of Rafael Alvarez

July 20, 2023 in Arts & Culture by Charlotte Sinclair

Spanish artist and illustrator Rafael Alvarez often provokes discomfort through his striking illustrations, tackling the unpleasant truths of our contemporary society. But it's not just the depiction of life that intrigues, it's the unique perspectives that Alvarez employs to examine various phenomena that truly captivate.

Chu Wong in Vogue China's August Issue: A Trend towards Fantasy Backgrounds

July 23, 2023 in Fashion & Style by Charlotte Sinclair

Chu Wong, the eminent model, graces the August edition of Vogue China with a fresh and innovative photoshoot. A growing trend noticeable in glossy photoshoots, particularly highlighted in this issue, is the use of fantasy backgrounds that infuse an augmented reality effect into the photography.