Renowned Swiss-American photographer and documentary filmmaker, Robert Frank, once famously said, “There is one thing the photograph must contain, the humanity of the moment.” In a world that can often feel dark and grim, it is important to remember that there is also light and positivity to be found. With that in mind, we have curated a collection of photographs that we hope will fill you with positive feelings. Each image tells a story that words alone cannot capture.
1. A glimpse of the endangered Vaquita, of which only 12 remain.
2. A heartwarming moment of a Malagasy girl proudly sharing her Lego creation.
3. Pieces of the Moon and Mars in the palm of an Earthling’s hand.
4. A single mother of 5 celebrating her graduation from law school.
5. A bittersweet image capturing the last moments of the world’s last male northern white rhino.
6. A tender moment between a dog and its owner.
7. A nostalgic reminder of forgotten childhood.
8. A touching visual of 58 years of progress.
9. A whimsical snapshot of a man in a Mickey Mouse costume admiring expensive cars.
10. A stunning photograph of a wedding photographer finally getting to capture his own beautiful bride.
11. A heartwarming gesture of a son taking his pregnant mother to his senior prom 18 years later.
12. A heartwarming image of a dog bringing all of her toys to the mirror to play.
13. A thought-provoking statue in Berlin titled “Politicians Discussing Global Warming.”
14. A touching moment of a son comforting his unwell cow.
These powerful and diverse images serve as a reminder of the beauty and humanity that can be found in the world around us. They are sure to leave a lasting impression, even on the most cynical of viewers.