Stories, News, Articles and Galleries reflecting our collection
Ninety-five years ago, on May 1, 1931, the iconic symbol of New York’s financial might, Empire State Building opened. Conceived of and announced just prior to the Stock Market Crash of 1929, the building was meant to symbolize the financial might and ingenuity of the United States as it neared the end of the roaring twenties. […]
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For more than 125 years, the Touring Club Italiano historical archive has reflected the perspective of Italians learning about their country and its vibrant culture through tourism. Touring Club Italiano (TCI) was founded in Milan in 1894 to promote tourism across Italy. The archive developed over time from photographs provided by the Club’s members. Now, […]
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The US Geological Survey estimates there are 250,000 rivers across the United States. These rivers travel more than 3.5 million miles through the continental USA, Alaska and Hawaii. More than 80% of Americans live within a mile of these rivers, which are used for irrigation, transportation, drinking water, electrical power, recreation and other purposes. Many […]
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As a new year begins, revelers of traditional and colorful festivals turn their attention and excitement to carnival season. While the ancient origins of carnival celebrations suggest they were timed as New Year’s festivals, the modern-day carnival evolved to be more closely associated with the beginning of the solemn Christian period of Lent. The Roman Catholic liturgical […]
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LOOKING BACK AT SOME OF THE GREAT IMAGES WE RECEIVED IN 2025 Over the course of a year we receive, select and process many thousands of images across a wide variety of subjects. We are privileged to work with such a fantastic range of photographers, agencies and archives. Check out our slideshows below featuring just […]
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By Francesca Lungarotti During November and December each year Krampus parades and festivals are enjoyed across the countries of Europe’s eastern Alpine arc. These cultural events take place in Austria, Bavaria, Switzerland, Slovenia, and two Italian regions, Trentino-Alto Adige and Friuli Venezia Giulia, and some parades are also held in Veneto. The word Krampus is derived […]
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By Francesca Lungarotti Vintage photography is a true source of knowledge and a means, or a “window into the past,” to experience places as they once were and learn how they were created. No artificial intelligence will ever be able to restore the authenticity of photos that tell stories of recent history by capturing the […]
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We’re delighted to announce that, as of November 1, Loop Images is now a part of Universal Images Group. For more than twenty years Loop Images has built a collection illustrating the natural beauty and culture of the United Kingdom and beyond. This tightly curated, highly aesthetic stills and video collection adds both depth and quality to […]
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By Francesca Lungarotti Wadi is an Arabic term for a riverbed or valley, typical of arid and desert areas. These formations are the result of erosion caused by watercourses over many years. Many wadis are dry for most of the year and only fill after heavy rains, becoming impassable. Others, however, are home to permanent […]
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Long-time contributing partner, Reda (and it’s Cuboimages-branded collection) have consistently grown their impressive archive with high-quality and relevant editorial and commercial images. Reda’s areas of specialization include global travel and locations; nature; reportage; plants and flowers; and food. The agency has long been associated with their comprehensive contemporary collection of all-things Italy. Based in Milan, Reda’s photographers […]
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