Photographic “Postcards” from Europe, South Africa, Iran, Wisconsin…Plus the Latest Portrait Entries

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As always, LensCulture presents the richness and diversity of photography from all over the world and various points of view. We also feature some of the latest entries in our Portrait Awards competition — less than 2 weeks left to enter! Enjoy.   Asylum of the Birds Welcome to the Asylum — the latest surreal photographic compositions by the American master of psychologically disturbing, multi-layered complex imagery. 20 new photos in a full-screen slideshow, plus a "making-of" video. By Roger Ballen   Collodion Process in the 21st Century Modern portraits, old techniques, amazing faces. By Jody Ake   Architecture of Ice Fishing A photographic survey of DIY shanties temporarily situated on the surface of frozen lakes in Wisconsin during the 10-week ice fishing season each year. By Mike Rebholz   Scavenger: Adventures in Treasure Hunting In search of random stuff. A mix of documentary, fantasy, mythology and history of the treasure hunting persona. By Jenny Riffle   The Art of Keeping These homes of "hoarders" are overflowing with objects that their inhabitants find difficult or impossible to throw away. By Paula Salischiker   Postcards from Europe This seemingly quiet photoessay — supported by disquieting statistics — examines illegal migration throughout Europe from an unusual point of view. By Eva Leitolf   Petite Robe de Fete Intimate portraits of young girls in modern-day Transylvania. By Delphine Schacher   The Structure of Uncertainty Visually poetic contradictions: atmospheres, lightness, weight, crossing the familiar and unfamiliar. By Eeva Hannula   Iranian Youth  In a country with one of the youngest populations in the world — and one of the most socially restrictive governments — the youthful pursuit of personal freedom is strained. By Mehran Hamrahi   Call for Entries Less than two weeks left to enter! Selected entries have already received 3 MILLION+ views through our social media channels, so enter today to have a chance to be seen! Below are a few of the latest entries. View more here » Photos from Top Left Row: Giovanni Savino, Amiko Li, Jason Pizzey, David Pace, Javier Arcenillas, Sian Davey, Jason Hanasik, Julia Fullerton-Batten, Jordan Sullivan   Why Enter? Our competitions are the best way for us to discover new and compelling work to publish to our audience of over 200,000 influential enthusiasts in the global photography marketplace including editors, curators, gallery owners, collectors, publishers, and festival directors.  • Every photo is reviewed by EVERY judge, so your work will be seen by our jury. • 100 photographers with highly-rated photos win a LensCulture Portfolio account. • Selected entries are featured daily on our site and social media. Deadline: March 23, 2014 - no extensions Yijun Liao: Another Success Story LensCulture Exposure Award 2013, 2nd Prize Portfolio Winner, Yijun Liao, has enjoyed much success and widespread publication for her project, Experimental Relationship. "I have to tell you that my email has been busy non-stop ever since the announcement of the LensCulture Exposure Awards. LensCulture has indeed given me great exposure worldwide, and it's still snowballing! It took my name to an international level.  Look at where my work has been featured since I won: Huffington Post (US), iGnant (Germany), BUST (US), Daily Life (Australia), Medium, TAXI, Escapism (Canada), Il Post (Italy)  Also, I have been invited to a residency in Finland, contacted by a UK collector, a Chilean Museum and a European publisher for possible projects. It's truly been the best award I've won!"                                                                                         Save the Date — London Exhibition Don't miss the Gala Exhibition of the LensCulture Exposure Award 2013 Winners & Finalists! It's a great venue, with a special installation. All are welcome to the Opening Party: April 3, from 6 - 9 pm.