Hive Daily Mix - Photography - 2026-07-02

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

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Bridges - by Hive account@daveks
The post highlights photography focusing on bridges, sharing several photos (DSC00190, DSC00200-203) taken with a Sony A7R III and a 24-105mm lens, and discusses crossing various types of bridges, including a suspension bridge experience on Vancouver Island. It notes river conditions (lower flow at the time) and expresses a wish to witness higher flow later. The post also promotes a photography community for Color vs. Black & White images and mentions potential curation by the author.

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MONOMAD - July 2nd, 2026 - Make Sure To Read Our Community And Contest Rules Before Submitting Your Publications. - by Hive account@monochromes
This PeakD post announces the MONOMAD challenge for July 2, 2026, focused on black-and-white photography. It outlines contest rules (post in Black And White Community, include #monomad, at least 50% black and white including the first image, original photographs, and no content recycling), prize structure (each of the top three places receives a 50% upvote), and lists the winners and honorable mentions with their captions and authors. It also invites participants to join the Black And White Community, notes that rules may change, and mentions a dedicated Discord server for black-and-white photography as well as a Qbanner link and a photography quote.

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Wrapping up the weekend - by Hive account@bozz
A weekend recap of a Michigan trip with photos from Wilderness State Park, a visit to Heritage Village, notes on historical buildings like a Pest House, Lake Michigan views, and a meal made on a flat top griddle, ending with social links and a light promotion of their online channels.

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Thursday Some historic buildings here including the New Bedford armoury - by Hive account@tattoodjay
A photo-focused post exploring historic buildings in New Bedford, highlighting the architecturally striking armory and nearby historic properties, with notes on their history and current uses.

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A Cruise Stop in Cádiz: History, Sea Views and Sunshine - by Hive account@ellenripley
A cruise stop in Cádiz describing the city’s walkable charm, historic sights like Cádiz Cathedral, seaside views, and local life enjoyed during a sunny day.

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Before the earthquake... (Esp/Eng) - by Hive account@equipodelta
^{Original language: Spanish, English}
A bilingualPeakD post reflecting on life before and after a devastating earthquake, exploring emotional reactions, resilience, and coping strategies through personal narratives and imagery.

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Continuing Our Valletta Adventure: A Peaceful Walk from the Basilica to Discovering the Charm of Lower Barrakka Beautiful View. - by Hive account@katiekate86
A tranquil Valletta stroll highlighting Lower Barrakka Gardens, Grand Harbour views, and a few landmarks, with reflections on the peaceful atmosphere and travel moments.

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A memory of a spring afternoon / Wspomnienie wiosennego popołudnia - MONOMAD CHALLENGE - by Hive account@arsky
^{Original language: Polish, English}
A personal memory of a spring outdoor photography session near the Silesian Beskids, describing issues with autofocus, adjustments made, and a selection of recently sharpened and vertically cropped color photos for a Monomad Challenge entry.

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All in one morning... - by Hive account@papilloncharity
A Cape Town-style weather day is narrated with a sequence of photos showing shifts from blue skies to rain and a rainbow, capped by reflections on staying calm through life's ups and downs.

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Palazzo Drago Ajroldi di Santacolomba - by Hive account@plantfuljourney
A traveler recounts discovering and touring Palazzo Drago Ajroldi di Santacolomba in Palermo, describing a private guided tour led by the living owner, the palace’s history, its architecture, and personal impressions of the experience.

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Aventura en el Cerro de Cascajal: El techo de Cumaná [ Esp-Eng] - by Hive account@virgilio07
^{Original language: Español, English}
A bilingual post about a visit to Cerro Colorado near Cumaná, describing its erosion-formed shapes, colors, and surroundings, with reflections in both Spanish and English and multiple images.

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Chronicles of a Hostile City./ Monomad Challenge [Eng/Esp] - by Hive account@muhammadhalim
^{Original language: Eng,Esp}
A bilingual street photography post reflecting on a hostile city and the way people interact, with paired English and Spanish captions and a focus on observing life through back-facing portraits.

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Mix - by Hive account@eddyss
^{Original language: English, Spanish}
A photographer shares a mixed collection of black-and-white photos from urban and rural scenes, highlighting two favorite images and reflecting on memories and meaningful perspectives.

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[ENG/ESP] When the day ends with the peace of mind that comes from a job well done - by Hive account@taniagonzalez
^{Original language: English, Spanish}
A bilingual post recounting a productive workday at an hotel and water treatment plant, highlighting routine tasks, a sense of peace from completing steps, and time spent with family.

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Change the angle. Monomad Challenge. - by Hive account@yeni82
^{Original language: Spanish, English}
A multilingual PeakD post encouraging readers to change perspective and view life from different angles, tied to the #monomad challenge with images accompanying the entry.

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Photofeed Macrophotography Contest - by Hive account@torem-di-torem
A photographer shares a macrophotography post about wildflowers in hot weather, noting their form and resilience and hoping for a cooling rain to reveal more meadow beauty.

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📸 PhotoFeed Contest - Black & White Photography Round 176 - by Hive account@photofeed
A PeakD post announcing the PhotoFeed Contest for Black & White Photography, outlining winners from the previous round, the schedule for upcoming themed rounds, and the rules and prize structure.

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STRANGE DAYS - (PHOTOGRAPHY STORIES) - by Hive account@jlinaresp
^{Original language: Spanish, English}
A photography essay from Montalbán, Venezuela, portraying a town shaken by an earthquake yet hopeful, through streets, damaged homes, and children at play, accompanied by bilingual captions and technical notes.

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Colorful sunset in Veliky Ustyug - by Hive account@evildeathcore
^{Original language: Russian}
A reflective PeakD post about a year of intense but hollow travel and photography, struggles with motivation and car troubles, and a yearning for meaning and future possibilities amid colorful sunsets in Veliky Ustyug.

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The delicate beauty of the magnolia tree. - by Hive account@elenasteem
A short, upbeat post about enjoying a magnolia park stroll, admiring the blossoms and their scent, and sipping cocktails with a friend to boost energy and mood.

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Authors referenced will share the rewards of this post. Those using PeakD.com will receive a larger share (the DHF may also be a beneficiary).