Six months have passed since Russia invaded Ukraine. Since then, millions of people have fled the country, taking their pets with them. When the war broke out, Jennifer Shyshkina, a dancer, knew she had to flee with her beloved kitten Simba. Before the war, the two were inseparable, and their bond only grew stronger as Shyshkina packed a bag and took Simba to start over in the … [Read more...] about Woman and Her Kitten Flee Ukraine’s Civil War and are Now Exploring The South of France
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Fabric Scraps Are Given New Life as Adorable Animal Sculptures
Bryony Rose Jennings turns discarded fabric scraps into unexpected works of art. She carefully selects and stitches each textile scrap together, much like a puzzle, until she has created a colourful animal sculpture. As a result, these whimsical handmade figurines are full of personality. Jennings has been an artist for most of her life, with a background in jewellery … [Read more...] about Fabric Scraps Are Given New Life as Adorable Animal Sculptures
Great-Grandmother Rekindles Photography Interest by Documenting Brown Bear Antics
Jenny Hibbert, a photographer, fell in love with photography as a child. But life intervened, and she didn't pick it up again until much later in life, when it served as a creative outlet during a difficult divorce. The great-grandmother, who is now 70 years old, is becoming well-known for her wildlife photography, particularly her charming images of brown bears. Hibbert … [Read more...] about Great-Grandmother Rekindles Photography Interest by Documenting Brown Bear Antics
Sweet Bat Portraits Help to Dispel Stereotypes About These Incredible Mammals
Dr. Merlin Tuttle has been changing the public's perception of a misunderstood mammal for over 60 years. Dr. Tuttle has contributed to the survival of these vital keepers of our ecosystem by devoting his life to bat conservation. As a bat biologist and photographer, he combines scientific research with visual materials to further our understanding of these animals. His series … [Read more...] about Sweet Bat Portraits Help to Dispel Stereotypes About These Incredible Mammals
Watch as Billions of Fireflies Light Up an Indian Nature Reserve at The Same Time
Many people who grew up outside of cities have fond memories of fireflies. Seeing these magical insects light up backyards heralds the arrival of summer and evokes childhood memories. But have you ever seen billions of fireflies put on a light show so spectacular that it lights up an entire forest? Fortunately, Sriram Murali has—and he has documented everything for the rest of … [Read more...] about Watch as Billions of Fireflies Light Up an Indian Nature Reserve at The Same Time