Hive Daily Mix - Photography - 2026-08-21

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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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August 21

MONOMAD - August 21st, 2026 - Make Sure To Read Our Community And Contest Rules Before Submitting Your Publications. - by @monochromes
This PeakD post announces the MONOMAD August 21, 2026 contest focused on black and white photography. It outlines strict entry rules (submit to the Black And White Community, include #monomad in the post, ensure at least 50% of the post and the first image are black and white, and that all photos are user-created). It lists prizes (each place upvotes by 50%), showcases the winners and honorable mentions with captions, and provides a note that rules may change. It also mentions an associated Black and White Photography Discord server and includes a signature quote.

Moon or Mountain - by @daveks
A PeakD post titled "Moon or Mountain" features multiple photos taken near Cascade Ponds, describing a mountain landscape with a frost-topped peak that resembles the moon. The author notes the area’s quietness outside peak season, shares camera details (Sony A7R III, Sony 24-105mm f4 G OSS) and editing with Lightroom, and invites readers to a photography community focused on Colour/Black & White images, mentioning personal curation and an invitation to join.

A Getaway to Sitges and Rediscovering Myself [Eng-Esp] - by @belug
^{Original language: English, Español}
A bilingual personal travel post about an empowering getaway to Sitges, reflecting on freedom, self-discovery, and embracing diversity.

France Square in Altamira, Venezuela - by @jesuslnrs
^{Original language: Spanish, English}
A bilingual post admiring Plaza Francia (France Square) in Altamira, Venezuela, sharing photos and reflections on the area, its history, and seismic events near the notable Hotel Palace and Obelisk.

Watching the sunset at the monument (Eng - Esp) - by @belkyscabrera
^{Original language: English, Spanish}
A bilingual meditation on watching sunsets at a city monument, paired with photos and personal memories, centered around a Qurator Photo Quest entry.

Friday Cool details on or near Hawthorne Street New Bedford MA - by @tattoodjay
A photo-rich post detailing architectural details along Hawthorne Street in New Bedford, MA, with personal notes about a car accident and a casual walk highlighting craftsmanship and historic houses.

The Foundation of Leadership: Unpacking the IIM Kozhikode Student Pledge - by @sanjeevm
A PeakD post analyzing IIM Kozhikode's student pledge ceremony, highlighting themes of radical accountability, honoring inherent human dignity, and uncompromising ethical standards as foundations for ethical leadership.

Come On Ollie, Get Your Feet Wet! An Oystercatcher Takes the Dare 🐦🌊 - by @tengolotodo
A lighthearted bird-shot story of Ollie the oyster catcher as the author encourages it to dip its feet in the sea, capturing a playful sequence of moments and concluding with a photo contest entry.

Caminata por el muelle del paseo Colón (Esp / Eng) - by @virgilio07
^{Original language: Spanish, English}
A bilingual travel post describing a visit to the Paseo Colón pier in Puerto La Cruz, highlighting the scenic views, birds, and memorable moments along the stone walkway and pilings.

#BlackAndWhite - Entrada para el #monomad challenge - De Noche [Esp/Eng] - by @neuerko
^{Original language: Español, English}
A bilingual (Spanish/English) street photography post for the #monomad challenge featuring a black-and-white photo gallery of Tula de Allende, with a short personal note about returning to blogging and finding calm.

Sometimes all you need is a boring lunch break and a drone - by @borniet
A drone-fueled lunchtime photo scratch turns an ordinary industrial landscape into abstract art, plus a community update about the Drone/KDrone hive and a plug for DIY Hive tools and witnesses.

Monomad Challenge. - by @yeni82
^{Original language: English, Spanish}
A photographer shares reflections on their monchrome work and the Monomad Challenge, expressing personal connection to their images and gratitude to the community across languages.

Something caught my eye. - by @papilloncharity
A person shares a morning observation of a Hadeda Ibis flock approaching, featuring a sequence of photos and a brief note about the birds and their calls, with a lighthearted ending.

Maternity photos for my client Ruth | monomad challenge. - by @jlphotographyart
^{Original language: Spanish, English}
A photographer shares a recent maternity photo session with a client, highlighting impromptu planning, multiple image previews, and behind-the-scenes notes from the shoot in both Spanish and English.

Photographing wild anemone flowers in the city of Lorestan is a beautiful and memorable event ، and The fire temple of Yazd - by @adelepazani
^{Original language: English, Persian}
A personal post sharing photos of wild red anemones in Lorestan and a visit to Yazd's Fire Temple, expressing awe at nature and the ancient flames along with descriptions of the temple visit and attire requirements.

Visiting Our Neighbor's Garden... - by @tegoshei
A first-person glimpse into the author’s neighbor Manang Lourdes’s garden, highlighting shared harvesting, planting ideas, and ongoing garden expansion as they plan their own future vegetable beds.

"Having A Wonderful Day Spending Time With Relatives, For A Food Trip" - by @daily.life
A personal recount of spending a wonderful day visiting relatives, helping prepare a buko salad and other snacks, and enjoying family time together.

SEARCH - (PHOTOGRAPHY SERIES) - by @jlinaresp
^{Original language: English, Spanish}
A photographer shares a personal, bilingual post featuring a curated set of street and portrait photos, reflecting on recent life challenges while presenting a monomad challenge entry.

Guadalajara in Black and White // Monomad Challenge - by @sandormb
A short note celebrating Guadalajara’s architectural diversity, highlighting colonial buildings and textured walls, with a gallery of black-and-white photos from the Monomad Challenge.

The Bow Downtown Calgary - by @mmckinneyphoto13
A brief note praising The Bow in Downtown Calgary, highlighting its height, futuristic design, and prominence in the city skyline.