“Compassion is the radicalism of our time.”

-Dali Lama

photograph in film by alicia, 2003

“Every man carries with him a world which is composed of all that he has seen and loved, and to which he constantly returns, even when he is traveling through, and seems to be living in, some different world.”

-Chateaubriand

photograph in film by alicia, 2006

DESIGN OBSERVER– For the past three years, Francois Robert has spent hundreds of hours arranging the bones of a single human skeleton into a series of striking iconic shapes, creating a photographic series he calls “Stop the Violence.” The results are beautiful and haunting.

To see more of Francois Robert’s photographic work including still life and portraits go to http://francoisrobertphotography.com/

DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY SCHOOL– Long Exposure Photography is something that can take your breath away when you get it right. Here are some shots to get you inspired.

Photo by MumbleyJoe, Exposure: 114 seconds

Photo by Express Monorail, Exposure: 10.9 seconds

Photo by Sarah Heinrichs, Exposure: 20 seconds

Photo by MumbleyJoe, Exposure: 31.9 seconds

by Darren Rowse

MEDIA ROOTS- Check out some of our favorite shots of eclectic French photographer Clare McGibbon.

Metal Case

Blonde Fro

Green Dress

To check out more of Clare McGibbon’s fascinating imagery, go to http://www.claremcgibbon.com/