Cityscape Photography

March 18, 2026

Photographer Captures the “Architecture of Silence” in Abandoned Towns and Empty Locations [Interview]

Even in absence, there is undoubtedly presence—or at least that’s what Steven Seidenberg’s photography seems to suggest. Throughout his practice, the photographer has made a point of excavating the unseen, capturing quiet scenes that, despite being emptied of humans, still contain their traces. Now, the John and Geraldine Lilley Museum of Art in Reno, Nev., has gathered together several of Seidenberg’s photographs into Home Truth: Image-Making in Absence.

Read Article

July 22, 2024

Pastel-Colored Photos of the Santa Cruz Boardwalk Look Like a Nostalgic Dream

The Santa Cruz Boardwalk is one of the most enchanting seaside spots in California. Aiming to capture the childlike wonder this place inspires, photographer Helene Havard turned to her signature pastel color palette. With this choice, Havard turns this festive environment into a Wes Anderson-like, dreamy setting, where time doesn't seem to pass. In Havard's pastel vision, it's always a Sunday summer afternoon.

Read Article

August 23, 2023

Photographer Captures Incredible Triple Lightning Strike in Chicago

Photographer Barry Butler is known for capturing all sides of his beloved city of Chicago. In late July, when he heard that a lightning storm was coming through, he seized the opportunity. And he was lucky enough to come away with a stunning photo of three bolts of lightning simultaneously hitting the Sears Tower, John Hancock Tower, and Trump Hotel.

Read Article

October 19, 2022

The Colorful Architecture of El Alto, Bolivia’s Fastest Growing City

The streets of Bolivia's second-largest city, El Alto, are dotted with unique architecture that was born from local Indigenous culture. Italian photographer Yuri Segalerba traveled to El Alto, located high on the Andean plateau, to see this Neo-Andean architecture. The style, created by local bricklayer turned star architect Freddy Mamani Silvestre, has completely transformed the city since buildings began appearing in 2005.

Read Article

My Modern Met

Celebrating creativity and promoting a positive culture by spotlighting the best sides of humanity—from the lighthearted and fun to the thought-provoking and enlightening.