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Royal photographers share the last photos they took of Queen Elizabeth before she died

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Royal photographers share the last photos they took of Queen Elizabeth before she died
  • Queen Elizabeth II died on September 8, 2022 at the age of 96.
  • Photographers Chris Jackson, Tim Rooke, and Samir Hussein shared their final photos of the Queen.
  • Jackson took one of her last official portraits, and Hussein took a spontaneous image.

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One year ago, Queen Elizabeth II’s 70-year reign came to a close when she died on September 8, 2022, at the age of 96.

Two royal photographers — Chris Jackson of Getty Images and Tim Rooke of Shutterstock — shared some of the last photos they took of the monarch.

Here are seven photos that provide a glimpse into the final months of her historic life.

Caitlin McCormack Crochets a Speculative Future in the Wake of Environmental Catastrophe

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Caitlin McCormack Crochets a Speculative Future in the Wake of Environmental Catastrophe

“Swim Team.” Photo by Jaime Alvarez for Fleisher Art Memorial. All images © Caitlin McCormack, shared with permission

From humble, crocheted thread emerges Caitlin McCormack’s alternate reality featuring tiny carcasses, encased objects, and mysterious figures. Ideas related to the cycle of death and life, mutation, and overgrowth permeate her work, most prominently through her ongoing series of skeletons (previously) resting on beds of botanicals, often arranged in groups as if a single event wiped them out simultaneously.

Through a speculative view of a post-human world, McCormack imbues her work with a sense of foreboding that contrasts the medium of crochet and its comforting, nostalgic associations. Her current exhibition at Elijah Wheat Showroom titled SOUVENIRS OF THE WASTELAND, a duo show with Kat Ryals, also considers ideas around tacky novelties, sci-fi, and the impact of textile industry waste.

SOUVENIRS OF A WASTELAND is presented through the lens of “a pseudoscientific museum exhibition chronicling the influx of strange new life forms that have appeared in the wake of humanity’s demise,” McCormack tells Colossal. “The concept explores our complicity in environmental destruction and questions what will happen to our trash when we are gone. Turns out, things will get real weird.”

 

A crocheted figure wearing a hat with fringe on his arms.

“Libidinous Drifter.” Photo by Stacey Evans for Second Street Gallery

Increasingly focusing on freestanding, sculptural works reliant almost exclusively on stiffened, crocheted material, McCormack has started to depart from her earlier wall-mounted relief compositions. “In 2020, I started building assemblages out of found objects, carefully upholstering the structures with hand-sewn velvet and adorning them so that their surfaces grew heavily-textured with an abundance of fiber sculptural relief forms,” she says. “The crocheted cotton is occasionally dyed with natural pigments sourced from my surroundings during hikes and time spent in the woods at rural residencies.”

McCormack will include a large-scale piece at the Jewish Museum Milwaukee as part of Women Pulling at the Threads of Social Discourse, which opens September 8. And at SPRING/BREAK Art Show in New York, she has co-curated a presentation titled Come, Dance With Us and Our Dead in the Rainbows (If It Makes You Feel Good) alongside Heather Renée Russ and Christopher M. Tandy, which will be on view through September 11.

SOUVENIRS OF THE WASTELAND continues in Newburgh, New York, through October 1. Find more on the artist’s website and Instagram.

 

An abstract crocheted sculpture of a hand-like green feature with mushrooms growing from each digit.

“Manicure at the End of the World.” Photo by Jason Chen

A circular composition of crocheted fiber that looks like tiny skeletons on a neon yellow background.

“Go Home Magna Mater, You’re Drunk.” Photo by Jason Chen

Detail of a composition of crocheted fiber that looks like tiny skeletons on the ground.

Detail of “Swim Team”

Crocheted fiber that looks like tiny skeletons on the ground.

“The Only Witness to a Vanished World”

Crocheted fiber that looks like tiny skeletons on the ground.

Detail of “The Only Witness to a Vanished World”

“You Know He Told Everyone.” Photo by The Wassaic Project

Crocheted netting around a cluster of objects.

“They Come Back, But They’re Never the Same.” Photo by Jason Chen

Crocheted fiber that looks like tiny skeletons on the ground.

“Prince of Nothing”

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Nobu Residences Los Cabos Blends Japanese Minimalism With Modern Design

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Nobu Residences Los Cabos Blends Japanese Minimalism With Modern Design

Nobu Residences Los Cabos has recently unveiled 60 new residence-style accommodations designed by WATG and Studio PCH. Located in Baja California Sur, the residences are equipped with luxurious amenities including an expansive spa and wellness center known as Esencia Onsen, and a fitness facility. Notably, the three-bedroom category includes private plunge pools.

The architecture and interior design of the Residences emphasizes spatial luxury. Each residence offers panoramic garden and golf views, with generous floor plans that include open kitchens and distinct living and dining areas. Additional features, like expansive terraces, contribute to an elevated standard of indoor-outdoor living.

Embodying the brand’s minimalist aesthetic, the design incorporates locally-sourced materials specific to Cabo San Lucas, including handcrafted furniture and live-edge millwork. “We spent time designing a hotel that we believe is not only a fusion of Asian and Mexican cultures, but also a true example of great hospitality design,” explains Severine Tatangelo, Studio PCH principal.

Alongside the Residences, Nobu Hotel Los Cabos is also launching a rooftop dining venue, Muna Restaurant, led by Executive Chef Paolo Della Corte. Adjacent to Muna, the M Bar offers a curated cocktail experience in a prime rooftop setting. The Residences offer a range of categories, from one-bedroom to penthouse options, each with varying square footage and unique features.

Guestroom within the Nobu Residences Los Cabos

Guest room within the Nobu Residences Los Cabos

Double bed guestroom within the Nobu Residences Los Cabos

Main living area in three bedroom space within the Nobu Residences Los Cabos

Kogane Penthouse within the Nobu Residences Los Cabos

Kogane Penthouse within the Nobu Residences Los Cabos

Kitchen and barstools within the Nobu Residences Los Cabos

Main living area within the Nobu Residences Los Cabos

Outdoor terrace and private pool within the Nobu Residences Los Cabos

Top down view of the private pools for Guest room within the Nobu Residences Los Cabos

Lobby of the spa within the Nobu Residences Los Cabos

Private outdoor spa within the Nobu Residences Los Cabos

Private tub at the spa within the Nobu Residences Los Cabos

Private tub at the spa within the Nobu Residences Los Cabos

Private hot tub within the Nobu Residences Los Cabos

Leo Lei translates his passion for minimalism into his daily-updated blog Leibal. In addition, you can find uniquely designed minimalist objects and furniture at the Leibal Store.

How to Get Paid $10,000 to Take Photos of Amazing Food

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How to Get Paid $10,000 to Take Photos of Amazing Food

Social media foodies, this is your time to shine. Yelp is hiring its first-ever official chief food photographer.

The platform is awarding one winning job candidate $10,000 to hop on a US tour and snap pics of the most delicious dishes from local restaurants across the country while sharing their favorite ones along their journey.

Before you ask, the answer is no—you won’t need to be a professional photographer to do the job! Yelp is looking for someone whose skills really shine through phone photography, which makes for the best social media posts. The chosen candidate will have to visit two restaurants a month and create two blog posts in addition to taking great pics and videos to post on Yelp’s social media account.

If you’re worried about not having the right skills, Yelp Trend Expert Tara Lewis shared some tips you might need to practice before applying with Thrillist. As Lewis points out, the lighting plays a huge deal in a pic, and you always want to choose natural light over artificial light when possible.

However, that doesn’t really matter unless your lenses are clean! “Before you get started, make sure to clean your camera lens for sharp, high quality photos,” she advises. “You don’t need any special tools for the job and a clean, lint-free cloth should do the trick.”

Before you head over to the next restaurant and start snapping pics, it’s important to take other people into consideration, too. “Always be mindful of your server and other customers before taking photos,” Lewis pointed out. “While your server would never want you to miss the most memorable moments in food presentation, first ensure that you’ve given them the attention, space and courtesy to serve without disruption.”

The requirements for the gig are simple. Applicants will be judged based on their love for local restaurants, their social media prowess, and the quality of their photography. If you wish to apply, you’ll have to submit one entry of up to 10 unique photos of food or restaurants that you have added to Yelp pages. Additionally, you’ll be required to submit a 30-60 second video where you explain why you’re the ideal qualified candidate for the role.

You have until October 7, 2023 to apply for the job, and you can do so right here. The winning candidate will be selected on or about October 31.

Ron Shuller’s Cincinnati Drone Services Offers Aerial Drone Photography

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Ron Shuller’s Cincinnati Drone Services Offers Aerial Drone Photography

Ron Shuller’s Cincinnati Drone Services Offers Aerial Drone Photography

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Ron Shuller’s Cincinnati Drone Services Offers Aerial Drone Photography

O’Bryonville, Sept. 07, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — O’Bryonville, Ohio –


Ron Shuller’s Cincinnati Drone Services

, a business owned and operated by Ron Shuller in Cincinnati, OH, is providing drone photography for various purposes. Ron Shuller is a certified FAA Part 107 drone pilot with many years of photography experience. The aerial drone photography has various business purposes and Ron offers drone photography for commercial real estate, construction progress, groups of people, digital architecture enhancement, digital sky swaps, and dusk and night photography. He can also provide drone video services for real estate films, construction progress films, and industrial films.

One of the important applications of the drone photography services offered is for commercial real estate. Ron Shuller explains, “Aerial photography provides a unique property perspective, allowing potential buyers to see the property and its surroundings from a bird’s-eye view, capturing attention and making the property stand out among the vast number of real estate listings. Drone photography showcases the property’s location in relation to its surroundings, such as nearby amenities, landmarks, parks, or bodies of water. It enables the clear visualization of the property’s features, such as the size and layout of the land, landscaping, gardens, swimming pools, or other unique selling points.”

Ron Shuller

The aerial drone photography business has recently received a five star review from a satisfied customer. In this

five-star review of Ron Shuller’s Cincinnati Drone Services

, Mary R. said, “Ron was very accommodating with scheduling needs. The first visit was accompanied by a down pouring rain storm but he was kind enough not to charge extra for the second trip. He presented a beautiful aerial photo that is being used as the primary photo. His rates are very reasonable. I would highly recommend.”

Aerial drone photography can also help with commercial and industrial construction projects. Aerial images are taken at regular intervals to show how a particular construction project is making progress. Ron Shuller takes aerial photos from various angles every month to enable the customer to see the project in its entirety, while allowing them to see various details.

Drone photography can also be useful in capturing images of large groups of people either outdoors or indoors. This offers a number of advantages compared to conventional photography techniques. First of all, a drone would be able to capture a broader area without the need to have rows of people stand on a higher surface. Second, drones can be used to capture unique angles and perspectives for the large group of people, providing perspectives that would not have been possible with traditional photography. Drones can also provide the advantage of being a cost-effective and safe way of capturing photos from dangerous locations.

Meanwhile, “digital architectural enhancement” can be provided where advanced editing methods can be applied on drone photographs to enhance the visual aesthetics and overall appeal of the architectural structures and their surroundings. Ron’s expertise is in digitally enhancing building exteriors, such as roofs and parking lots.

Ron Shuller can also provide digital sky swaps where he replaces a dull looking sky with a more attractive and dramatic one to enhance the photograph. Replacing the dull sky with a more dramatic and vibrant one can instantly boost the overall aesthetics of the image.

Ron Shuller’s Cincinnati Drone Services was established by Ron Shuller, who has 50 years of experience in photography. He quickly learned and mastered how to be a drone pilot, enabling him to obtain a Part 107 commercial pilot license from the FAA and launch his aerial photography business. He started learning about photography in college at the University of Cincinnati when he worked for the college newspaper and he was tasked with photographing popular entertainers performing concerts at the Music Hall and Cincinnati Gardens. Later on, he got involved in wedding photography, which kept him occupied for decades until he got attracted to aerial drone photography.

Those who are interested in aerial drone photography services can check out the Ron Shuller’s Cincinnati Drone Services website or contact them on the phone or through email.

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Ron Shuller’s Cincinnati Drone Services

Ron Shuller

(513) 543-1808

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Polaroid’s new I-2 is its most capable — and expensive

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Polaroid’s new I-2 is its most capable — and expensive

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The Polaroid I-2 comes with built-in manual controls and should take sharper photos than its other instant cameras. It’s available for purchase starting September 7th.

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By Sheena Vasani, a writer covering commerce, e-readers, and tech news. She previously wrote about everything from web development to AI at Inside.

Polaroid has announced a new high-end instant camera dubbed the Polaroid I-2 today. According to Polaroid, the $599.99 I-2 is the company’s most capable instant camera yet, with built-in manual controls and the sharpest new lens it’s ever produced.

The I-2 boasts a three-element autofocusing lens, which Polaroid claims should produce sharper photos than any of its other instant cameras. Meanwhile, the lidar (light detection and ranging) sensor should be able to automatically adjust the lens based on how far away the subject is, even in low-light settings, allowing for more accurate focus. It’s a lot of tech for a camera that uses a decades-old instant film system.

The new lens, to an extent, could address one of my personal pet peeves when it comes to Polaroid’s instant cameras. Traditionally, Polaroid’s instant cameras tend to produce photos that aren’t particularly clear in comparison to their Fujifilm rivals, especially in low-light conditions. That gives the photos an artsy and dreamy vintage vibe that’s charming, which was why the Polaroid Now Plus was my top instant camera pick for retro fans. However, it can be frustrating if you want to quickly and easily take a shot that’s clear and true to life.

In addition, Polaroid also added a small external display and controls so you can manually adjust shutter speed, aperture, brightness, and shooting modes from the camera itself. Making similar adjustments with the Polaroid Now Plus required using the companion app on your phone.

Two Polaroid I-2 instant cameras sitting on top of a counter. One shows the front while the other displays the back. A pack of Polaroid film sits nearby.

Two Polaroid I-2 instant cameras sitting on top of a counter. One shows the front while the other displays the back. A pack of Polaroid film sits nearby.

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The Polaroid I-2 also attempts to differentiate itself from the rest of the lineup by offering compatibility with i-Type, 600, and SX-70 film. Otherwise, the I-2 is similar to the Polaroid Now Plus, with Bluetooth support and an app you can use to control the camera remotely.

My colleagues Antonio G. Di Benedetto, Becca Farsace, and I have been testing the new Polaroid I-2 for the past few days, and you can check out Becca’s thoughts in the video below. As for me, I’ve yet to form an opinion. So far, the Polaroid’s prints exude the same retro vibe as its siblings, but my biggest gripe with this camera is how difficult it is to set up and use. All three of us wasted multiple shots while coming to grips with the I-2’s quirks, which gets expensive fast since Polaroid prints cost about $2 each.

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