Hive Daily Mix - Photography - 2026-07-10

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The first AI powered recap of the best photography posts on PeakD and Hive, brought to you by the @peakd team :)

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July 10

MONOMAD - July 9th, 2026 - Make Sure To Read Our Community And Contest Rules Before Submitting Your Publications. - by @monochromes
A PeakD post announcing the MONOMAD photography contest on July 9, 2026, detailing entry rules, submission requirements, and prizes. It emphasizes that entries must be black & white, created by the submitter, and tagged with #monomad, with postings in the Black And White Community. The post lists first to third place prizes (each 50% upvote), honorable mentions, and notes that rules may change. It also mentions a dedicated Black and White Discord server, and provides a few example entries and quotes.

Thursday A few random shots from here and there - by @tattoodjay
A casual, photo-centric post sharing a series of random handheld shots from walks in and around New Bedford, MA. The author describes feeling tired and on liquid diet earlier, then presents five images captured with a Sony A7iv across various locations (a senior center/building, a lakeside view near Lakeville, Harbor walk near an old factory, a port statue with ships, and a city building). Each image entry includes a captioned description, camera settings, and a link to a larger view. The post closes with a note about copyright and a promotion for TeamUSA JJ hive and its Discord community.

The Golden Mean - by @melinda010100
A short overview of Carole A. Feuerman's 16-foot bronze sculpture 'The Golden Mean' displayed in Chicago, noting its placement near Tribune Tower and connections to the Golden Ratio in art.

Escadaria Cuca Macuca - Valongo Romano / Riding Portugal - by @onyfest
^{Original language: Portuguese, English}
A personal blog post describing a visit to the Valongo Romano festival, focusing on the Cuca Macuca staircase area, the food court, traditional games, and the serene atmosphere before moving toward the main reenactment area.

My floral sanctuary - by @plantfuljourney
A garden-filled post detailing a couple's ongoing project to turn their home garden into a blooming, insect-friendly sanctuary with perennials, self-seeding annuals, and meadow-inspired flowers, including progress photos and notes on plant choices.

A CLOSER LOOK AT RYE - by @ladytruckview
^{Original language: English, Polish}
A photographer reflects on rye fields near Cologne and Poland, showcasing close-up shots of rye ears (awns) and noting their natural variation, as part of a macro photography entry.

At first a misty morning... - by @papilloncharity
A two-part photo post capturing misty morning landscapes and cloud formations, showcasing scenic views and a notable cloud that resembles a heart, with reflections on seeing nature beyond the camera.

Tour of the area surrounding Las Maritas/ Recorrido por la zona que rodea Las Maritas (ENG/ ESP)🌊🏖️👙😎🐚 - by @nancybriti1
^{Original language: English, Spanish}
A bilingual (ENG/ESP) PeakD post describing a beach excursion near Las Maritas in Mochima, highlighting the area’s rocky surroundings, seashells, practical tips, and photography while noting regulatory changes about camping.

📸 My Entry For Monomad Challenge - Troubles Happen 🌿🌱 - by @tiptop97
^{Original language: Russian}
A PeakD post sharing a new photo series for the Monomad Challenge, with notes on a recent camera issue and a personal callback about conveying nature’s beauty through photography on Hive.

Our garden in July - by @vesytz
A short, folksy tour of a July garden showing various vegetables and fruits in different beds, with notes on tomato varieties, abundant zucchini, peppers, cucumbers with limited fruit, and a peach tree heavy with fruit, ending with a sunset view.

📸 PhotoFeed Contest - Landscape Photography #177 : Summer - by @digi-me
A photographer shares a Landscape PhotoFeed Contest entry from Kristiansand, Norway, inviting engagement and linking to related works and profiles.

RECENT STREET - (PHOTOGRAPHY SERIES) - by @jlinaresp
^{Original language: Spanish, English}
A brief photo journal showcasing recent black-and-white street photography from a Venezuelan town, capturing daily life during power outages and quiet moments, as part of the #monomad challenge.

Street Art Contest #308 - Child Abuse Prevention, Massamá - Portugal - by @xrayman
^{Original language: Portuguese, English}
A Street Art post about a mural addressing child abuse in Massamá, Portugal, connected to Child Abuse Prevention Month and featuring a translation of a call to report abuse.

Wilmer Wetlands - by @daveks
A travel/photography post about a visit to Wilmer Wetlands near Invermere, describing flat trails, blue-sky views from cliff edges, and gear notes, with a promotional insert for a Colour/Black & White photography community.

Monomad Challenge. - by @yeni82
^{Original language: English, Spanish}
A bilingual submittal for the Monomad Challenge, sharing a photographer’s memory of a seaside moment and inviting viewers to enjoy the images.

Watching the hills disappear into the clouds never gets old. 🌿 #monomad - by @theoctoberwind
A reflective post celebrating monsoon scenery in the hills, describing fog, drifting clouds, and a peaceful temple amid mist, captured during July.

The Swans of Suwa - by @harveyword
A short glimpse of Suwa during the summer, highlighting a popular lakeside attraction featuring swan-themed boats and the playful, somewhat chaotic charm of the area around Lake Suwa.

A Brief Walk / #monomad challenge / [ING/ESP] - by @rg2-foto
^{Original language: English, Spanish}
A brief walk through Vedado showcasing a selection of photographs taken around La Rampa for the #monomad contest, with bilingual notes in Spanish and English.

Photofeed Macrophotography Contest - by @torem-di-torem
^{Original language: Vietnamese, English}
A PeakD post announcing a Photofeed Macrophotography Contest, featuring a series of macro flower images and a note about rains rejuvenating nature and lilies blooming.

Professional Look - Monomad Challenge. - by @malos10
^{Original language: English, Spanish}
A photographer shares a studio shoot for a client needing a professional look, featuring a blazer, makeup artistry, and a model (the client's sister), shot with a Canon R8 and a 50mm lens to convey expertise for an online course advertisement.