That’s why many people are turning to some unorthodox alternatives, such as tiny living. Others, like Oliver Russell are taking even wilder avenues. After meeting Tomaszewska and moving in together, the pair started looking for options. I loved the summer cottage life and wanted one of my own, Russellexplains. Instead of going apartment hunting in Helsinki, the couple decided to pursue their summer cabin dreams. It ended up being cheaper than a normal lot I could buy so we jumped on it....

ArtistCj Hendrys latest installation turns a deceptively simple concept into a playful experience for all. TitledFlower Market, the project looks exactly as it sounds. She was also drawn to the design philosophy of Louis Kahn, the architect behind Four Freedoms Park. To stay up to date with the artist’s work, you’re free to followHendry on Instagram. Artist Cj Hendry’s latest installation turns a deceptively simple concept into a playful experience for all....

Supplies for Phugtal Monastery by Andrew Newey. Each month, The Independent Photographer runs a new photo competition judged by an expert in the field. In this case, Canadian-born documentary, travel, and action sports photographerJody MacDonaldstepped up to judge the competition. “Supplies for Phugtal Monastery” by Andrew Newey. First Prize.Location: Ladakh, Northern India“Phugtal is a Buddhist monastery located in the remote Lungnak Valley in south-eastern Zanskar, in the Himalayan region of Ladakh, in Northern India....

The British royalty is surrounded by a very strict protocol. Still, a little bit of warmth can always slip through the cracks, making all those involved smile. When meeting the royals, there is a series of rules as to how they should be addressed. Most importantly, unsolicited contact with a monarch is normally considered unacceptable in the formalities of a royal visit. But only if its okay with you, Leti-Iiga added....

The Spanish photographer shot this breathtaking photograph in Baja California Sur, Mexico. The image captures perhaps the most specialand craziestmoment of my life. It fills me with joy having lived this momentand to have captured the image, Caballero admits. Rafael Fernández Caballero, Overall Winner, Ocean Photographer of the Year 2024A Bryde’s whale about to devour a heart-shaped baitball.Baja California Sur, Mexico Meanwhile, the winner of the Female Fifty Fathoms Award was Malaysian photographer Ipah Uid Lynn....

Photo:[email protected]/Depositphotos(Not a photo of the actual cowboys.) This includes facilities, snacks, and even animals. Taken aback by the creatures, Jones and his father offered them a ride they’ll never forget. Photo:[email protected]/Depositphotos(Not a photo of the actual cowboys.) So we put them on Sunny and let them take a few steps around the parking lot. I don’t think I’ve ever seen anyone more excited by anything in my life....

But on rare occasions, our planet’s gravitational has brought other celestial bodies into its orbit. Though rare, it is not the first time something like this has happened. Near-Earth objects are those that come within about 120 million miles (190 million kilometers) of Earth. Photo: Mopic/Depositphotos(Not a photo of the actual asteroid) Under these conditions, their geocentric energy can become negative, making the object temporarily bound to Earth. As exciting as this is, it won’t be easy to follow for amateur space lovers....

According toWorld Animal Protection, kangaroos are capable of vertical leaps of up to 10 feet high. Xuebsy and his crew were at a job site in Victoria when a kangaroo appeared on the scene. And so, the men quickly opened up a portion of the metal fencing around the otherwise empty lot. Photo:Iván Lojko The kangaroo hopped over the wooden portion of fencing. Luckily, it was all caught onvideo. One can only guess it still stuck the landing the way a proficient gymnast would....

The image, titledView from the Window at Le Gras, shows some roofs and the neighboring countryside. By looking at further evidence, it may just turn out that photography is already 200 years old. French photography publicationReponses Photoproposeslooking at Niepce’s earliest successful attempts. “View from the Window at Le Gras,” original plate (1826-1827) (Photo: Nicéphore Niépce viaWikimedia Commons,CC BY-SA 4.0) Aiming for a specific date, the magazine suggests September 16, 1824 as the day photography was invented....

An MTB track on a moving train? I thought it had no right to succeed. Yet we managed it, and it was epic! About the challenges, he confessed, There was no room for mistakes. In the end, Godziek’s success is a testament to his ambition to bring his vision to life. I wanted the ride to contain the best tricks possible. Just riding the train would have been fun, but not enough, he said....

Bubble-net by Scott Portelli. Our vessel approached feeding humpbacks displaying bubble-net feeding. A unique photo of humpback whales participating inbubble-net feedingwonScott Portellithe title of Australian Geographic Nature Photographer of the Year. “Bubble-net” by Scott Portelli. Overall Winner.“As part of a sailing expedition down to Antarctica, I spent a month photographing the unique wildlife across this icy realm. Our vessel approached feeding humpbacks displaying bubble-net feeding. With snow falling and changing visibility, I captured the moment when two humpbacks emerged feeding through a collaborative bubble-net....

Winter Cottonwoods by Andrew Mielzynski. I ran across this scene which seemed very chaotic with many interwoven trees. Over 12,000 photos were submitted to the fourth annualNatural Landscape Photography Awards. “Winter Cottonwoods” by Andrew Mielzynski. Winner, Photographer of the Year.“During the pandemic, I went out for a walk with my camera in a local park in Toronto, Canada during a fierce winter storm. I ran across this scene which seemed very chaotic with many interwoven trees....

Although designed with kids in mind, the tutorial is equally enjoyable for adults. After all, Matisse himself didnt start exploring collage until the final decade of his life. Matisses paper cut-outs are among the most celebrated artworks in history. Photo: ThirtyPlus/Depositphotos However, theres a bit more to it than just cutting and pasting. The makers also created a Matisse-inspired coloring page thats free to download.