From enormous plumes of ash to spewing lava and the menacing look of volcanic lightning, eruptions are a nature photographer’s dream. Here is a collection of the 20 most incredible photos of volcanic eruptions both past and present. Enjoy! 1. Undersea Volcano off the coast of Tonga – March 18, 2009 2. Chaiten Volcano, Chile […]
These pillars of higher learning are also home to some of the world’s most incredible architecture. Below is a small collection of stunning libraries around the globe. From the historical to the modern, these centres of knowledge and learning also preserve the history and culture of their respective periods. Personally, I would find it hard […]
I would have to explore the world of vertical panoramic photography. The effect is achieved by using software to digitally stitch together a series of photos. Outdoor vertical panoramas definitely present additional challenges as lighting can easily change between shots. Off to Flickr I went where thousands of search results appeared. I’ve cherry picked 15 […]
What is a Photograph? A photograph is life distilled and preserved eternity. An expressive face, a fleeting moment in nature, an abstract shape – these are the fundamentals of photography. A photograph conveys, in a way no words can, a sense of the mystery and beauty of life, nature, and the achievements of mankind.
If you fall into that group of people who often would like to go to some isolated island, then I recommend you Sir Richard Branson, Necker Island. This is one of the jewels of the British Virgin Islands. For a modest sum of $53,000 USD a night, this private oasis can be yours for you […]
A defining characteristic of any major city centre, skylines offer a glimpse into the development of a city’s core, typically dotted (or completely dominated) by tall buildings and signature landmarks. Akin to a fingerprint, each skyline is unique; an artificial horizon cast in front of the skies that surround us all. Below you will find […]
The allure of aerial photography is the unique perspective it gives. The world feels so different when viewed from above. It always gives me a newfound appreciation for this pale blue dot we call home. There is no better aerial photographer than Yann Arthus Bertrand. His volume of work is incomparable, and he has an […]
Located in the eastern Caribbean Sea, Jade Mountain in St. Lucia is one of the most incredible resorts the Sifter has seen. Each room has only three walls and a private infinity pool with stunning panoramic views of the beautiful Caribbean. A tropical oasis, this slice of heaven doesn’t come cheap, with nightly rates ranging […]
Here you will find a unique photo project made by famous photographer Tom Hussey, he is very talented, his work was titled ‘Mirrors’ It’s quite beautiful and realistic. That shows what we are and what we were, have a look…
One Chinese man – Zhang Biqing – let nothing stop him from building his idyllic mountain retreat, not even government safety regulations or the concerns of his neighbors. Biqing, a successful practitioner of traditional Chinese medicine, spent six years piling rocks and plants into and around his penthouse on the 1000-square-meter roof of a 26-story […]
After looking at these black and white images by fashion photographer Patrick you are going to be stunned, He lives in New York. Patrick was born on a military base of the British Army in Germany, and his childhood was spent in continuous travel with his parents on Cyprus, Singapore, Malaysia and England. When the […]
Inspired by the Old Masters and black and white photographs, British artist Darren Baker produced the amazing realistic portrait paintings. Baker attended Bradford Art College graduating in the summer of 1998. After graduation Darren exhibited in London and at the age of 23 was invited to exhibit his paintings at a UK millennium show in […]
German artist Timm Schneider describes his project “They Live” as an “experimental thing-resurrection in the urban environment.” Whatever it is, we think it’s pretty cute and clever. 1. Mail Slot So happy to see us. 2. Trash Can Cookie Monster? 3. Recycling Bins They look like big green gumballs with eyes, which makes them pretty […]
If you are a dog (or look like one) and you’re looking for a photographer, look no further! Carli Davidson is both an internationally recognized award winning photographer and an experienced animal trainer and caretaker. Based out of Portland, Oregon, she is able to capture the innate personalities of her subjects using her professional understanding […]