Source Design You Trust  Winner: ‘Interpolation’ by Sander Vos (Netherlands) The winning photos of the AAP Magazine Awards “Shapes 2024” demonstrate the photographers’ creativity and skill in using shapes to enhance visual storytelling. From abstract forms to architectural details, the selected works showcase how mastering shape transforms ordinary scenes into stunning compositions that captivate and…

Source Design You Trust  Open Photographer of the Year: Kelvin Yuen, Hong Kong The 2024 Epson International Panorama Photo Awards named Kelvin Yuen from Hong Kong as Open Photographer of the Year for his breathtaking landscapes from remote locations like China’s Guilin mountains, Patagonia, and Iceland. This competition showcases the finest in panoramic photography, celebrating…

Source Design You Trust  Runner-up – documentary and photojournalism – Solitude Amongst the Ruin A woman walks towards a collapsed building as demolition teams work nearby after the powerful February 2023 earthquake in Hatay, Turkey. The 7.8-magnitude quake caused widespread devastation, claiming more than 50,000 lives and injuring more than 100,000 people. Photograph: Sedat Suna/Siena…

Source Design You Trust  Japanese artist Lito, diagnosed with ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder), uses his hyper-focus to create intricate kirie (cut paper) art from fallen leaves. He works quickly due to the delicate nature of the leaves and incorporates playful narratives, often inspired by films or his own imagination. His work will be on…

Source Design You Trust  The “Thunder God” is said to be responsible for Niigata’s unique climate, where figs, strawberries, grapes and other fruits of the gods grow The 2024 Wara Art Festival in Niigata, Japan, features large sculptures made from rice straw, called “wara,” created by Musashino Art University students. This year’s sculptures are based…

Source Design You Trust  In the 1970s, customized vans emerged as a significant part of American counterculture, often serving as mobile expressions of personal style with intricate murals, elaborate interiors, and unique features. Popularized by brands like Ford and Dodge, these vehicles were associated with freedom and adventure. They represented an era of bold creativity…

Source Colossal   Traveling to different regions across the globe, French artist JR envisions grand projects that call to humanitarian issues and collective action. At the forefront of his practice is a persistent query, rooted in a palpable yearning for change and strong belief in the power of art. JR: Can Art Change the World? chronicles…

Source Colossal   How did we land on the new Colossal identity? The second part of our series peeking into our rebrand and redesign reviews the steps and atypical progression of our collaboration. Head behind the scenes to explore the inspiration, process, and even a rare glimpse at the concepts left on the cutting room floor.…