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OPOTY 2018 Small World Runner-Up Jay Birmingham










These Stunning Panoramic Photos Will Leave You in Awe
The exceptional winners of the 2024 Epson International Pano Awards will leave you in awe.
This Cool Photo Contest Shows Nature In a Brand New Light
For the third year in a row, the Close-Up Photographer of the Year contest shows us the natural world from a brand new, incredibly intimate perspective.
The Landscape Photos Everyone's Talking About This Year
Check out the incredible winning images from the 2024 International Landscape Photographer of the Year.
Winners of the Lovely 2019 Audubon Photography Competition
The 2019 Audubon Photo Competition displays American plants and birds in their natural environments across the country.
See the 2021 Bird Photographer of the Year Contest Winners
The long-awaited winners of the 2021 Bird Photographer of the Year Contest (or BPOTY) are finally here!
Gorgeous: The GDT Nature Photography Awards are Here!
View the 15 most beautiful winning photos taken for the GDT nature photography competition.
These Urban Megaprojects Are the World's Most Ambitious
Two-thirds of the world's population will live in cities by 2050, and planners are making preparations for that eventuality. Here are 11 urban megaprojects.
7 Incredible Ancient Engineering Feats to Astound You
Our ancient ancestors were incredible engineers as you're about to learn from this infographic.
10 Places of Worship That'll Leave You Utterly Speechless
These stunning places of worship will dazzle you with their architectural beauty and breathtaking surroundings. Located all over the world, these beautiful buildings are bound to leave you speechless.
These Incredible Photos Will Take Your Breath Away!
Enjoy some of the most spectacular photos from the Smithsonian Magazine's 15th annual contest.
14 Adorable and Funny Coincidences You’ve Got to See!
These 14 pictures are all lucky coincidences captured on camera. They make us all relive that magic moment when the universe aligns perfectly!
18 Images That Will Make You Gasp
These images may not exactly have a common theme to unite them, but we simply had to share them with you - each image is amazing in its own way.
Native Americans: Striking Vintage Pics from a Century Ago
For over 30 years, Edward S. Curtis has documented the life of Native Americans. Here are some of his rare portraits
Awe-Inspiring: 15 Holy Places with an Ethereal Touch
Here are 15 incredible holy sites that will leave you spellbound.
17 Breathtaking Animal Photos Straight Out Of a Fairy Tale
These 17 stunning photos will uncover the secret life of forest animals in Finland, who can be cute, fascinating, and even fearsome...
21 Jaw-Dropping Optical Illusions That Make Your Head Spin
The optical illusions will try to confuse your brain, so much so that you will think these photos are edited. But don’t be deceived...
Stunning Architectural Masterpieces That No Longer Exist
Damaged by war, destroyed by fire, or foolishly demolished, these structures didn't withstand the test of time, but they still deserve to be admired & remembered
Incredible Ancient Ruins Restored to Their Former Glory
What did these 7 ancient ruins look like back when they were first created? Fascinating!
Look Up! Take a Look at Stunning Panoramic Church Ceilings
These unique photos of the interior of beautiful churches is something I won't soon forget.
These 9 Pricey Castles Would Make the Most Amazing Homes
Who wouldn't love to live in one of these 9 for sale castles? Well, you can dream, can't you?!
From Iceland to Canada - 15 Scenic Mountain Landscapes
Observe the world from some of the most beautiful mountain peaks all across the world.
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What Does Your Home Say About You?
Your home can say a whole lot about your state of mind, so make sure you furnish it to the best of your ability!
One Photographer is Capturing the Ocean In a Whole New Way
Australian photographer Matt Burgess rises early each morning in the hope of capturing the perfect ocean shot. Take a look at 11 of his best pieces of work.
The Full Glory of a Golden Rome...
Look at these unbelievably colorful postcards from Rome, resurrected by Retronaut.
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This is How the World's Very First Subway Was Built!
Ever wondered how the world's very first subway system was built? This TED-Ed video reveals all!
These Historical Building Restorations Only Did More Harm
The restoration projects of these historical buildings didn't go according to plan, it seems, and these 12 buildings were transformed beyond belief...
This Man Took 18 Breathtaking Photos of Icy Greenland
This article invites you to check out 18 of the amazing photos brought back from Greenland and learn a little about this incredible place.
Enjoy the Natural Beauty of 2025 Ocean Photography Winners
This year's winning photographs combine delicacy and drama, science and art, and offer a rare glimpse into life that is far from sight yet close to the heart.
12 Award-Winning Drone Photos That Inspire Awe
Check out the outstanding winners of the 2024 Drone Photo Awards.
Check Out 20 of the Strangest Buildings Ever Constructed
If you love exploring the architecture of the world, then you're in for a real treat, since this post explores the world's weirdest buildings...
The 1980s Were Weird, and These Inventions Prove It!
These weird vintage inventions didn’t stand the test of time.
17 Jaw-Dropping Secret Rooms and Compartments
You would have never known that these hidden rooms and compartments were there!
500 Years of Living Room Design in 12 Astonishing Pictures
Admire how living room interior design has been changing for the past 500 years in 12 astonishingly beautiful pictures
Incredible Old Photos: Amsterdam Over 100 Years Ago
Have a look at some of George Hendrik Breitner's photography, which captures Amsterdam as it was in the late 19th Century and the early 1900s.
The Winners of the Top Bird Photo Contest of 2020 Are In!
They're finally here, the winners of the 2020 Bird Photographer of the Year Awards, the biggest bird photography competition in the world!
Before They Fall: 8 of the Most Beautiful Leaning Towers
Let’s take a look at the 8 incredible leaning towers from around the world.
These Photographers Truly Love Nature, and It Shows
Bob Badger & Nita Winter have been working together for 27 years as wildflower photographers. Check out the highlights of their beautiful and important work.
16 Perfectly Timed Shots That Couldn’t Be Planned
Sometimes, timing is EVERYTHING...
Frank Gehry Created Some Incredible Buildings...
Frank Gehry has a unique eye when it comes to designing buildings. Take a look at some of his finest work.
These Vintage Olympic Photos are PURE GOLD
These vintage photos show just how much the Olympics have changed.
15 Captivating Celebrity Pics from a Bygone Time
These vintage snaps of celebrities back in the day will make you feel nostalgic.
15 Stunning Winning Shots from Nikon's Small World Contest
Check out the fascinating winning entries from the 2024 Nikon Small World Photomicrography Competition.
Color Postcards That Show 1890s Scotland in All Its Beauty
These stunning postcards of Scotland during the end of the 19th century were produced by the Detroit Publishing Company using the Photochrom process.
Singapore Bursts Into Color in These Gorgeous Photos
Singapore is a success story - it's the city-state that took its citizens from the third world into the first in a generation. View its incredible architecture.
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How an Insane King Built the World’s Most Beautiful Castle
Neuschwanstein is most recognized castle, famous for its fairy tale like appearance. But the history of this stunning castle is no fairy tale
Astonishing! These Photographs Will Leave You in Awe!
Each year, the Siena International Photo Awards share the best photographs of the most beautiful events, people, and places on Earth. Here are some of the best!
These Images Will Make You Look Twice...
These cool accidental optical illusions caught in camera will have you look twice!
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