Nikon Small World Competition

This competition is focused on microscopic images from science. Images were selected based on both scientific and artistic criteria. The images that placed in the competition are gorgeous, the bright colors and geometric patterns create such an interesting subject. Looking at the images, the viewer has no idea of what it could possibly be that they are looking at. While one does not need to know the subject matter, knowing what it is you are looking at makes the work that much more impressive.


Photoresist: light-sensitive materials used to create patterned coating on surfaces in photoengraving


Olivine inclusions in gabbro--basically a rock


Anglerfish Ovary