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LESS THAN 2% OF POLAR BEAR HUNTS ARE SUCCESSFUL- AND THEY CAN LIVE 6 MONTHS WITHOUT EATINGPOLAR BEARS CAN SWIM FOR 100 KILOMETERS WITHOUT REST
SURVIVAL SKILLS
A POLAR BEAR'S SKIN IS ACTUALLY JET-BLACK. THE POLAR BEAR’S FUR IS ALSO TRANSLUCENT AND ONLY APPEARS WHITE BECAUSE IT REFLECTS VISIBLE LIGHT.
SKIN
Ursus maritimus
Polar Bear
20 TO 30 YEARS
LIFE SPAN
POLAR BEARS CAN SWIM FOR 100 KILOMETERS WITHOUT REST
SWIMMING
[लोभ]
समुद्र में कचरा समुद्री जीवन को खतरे में डालता है।
प्लास्टिक कचरा समुद्री पारिस्थितिक तंत्र के लिए एक प्रमुख खतरा है।
LITTER IN OUR OCEAN PUTS MARINE LIFE AT RISK
[污染]
工业排放留下痕迹 污染对人类和野生动物的栖息地及生存构成威胁。
INDUSTRIAL EMISSIONS LEAVE THEIR MARK
[ বিষয়বস্তু ]
৫০টিরও বেশি দেশের মানুষের মধ্যে এনালগ তাৎক্ষণিক ক্যামেরা বিতরণ করা, তাদের ফিল্মে ধরা এনালগ ছবিগুলি ডেভেলপ করা এবং নির্বাচিত চিত্রগুলি ম্যাগাজিনে প্রকাশ করা।
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Pandas embody the symbolism of the yin yang: representing balance
& harmony.
Ailuropoda melanoleuca
Giant Panda Bear
Illuminating cultural diversity through analog camera photography and stories from people worldwide, fostering mutual understanding and empathy.
Illuminating cultural diversity through analog camera photography and stories from people worldwide, fostering mutual understanding and empathy.
[ GIOBAL STORYTELLING ]
[ GIOBAL STORYTELLING ]
GLOBALES ERZÄHLKONZEPT ZENTRIERT AUF ANALOGE FOTOGRAFIE
GORILLA51 Magazine
VISION
GORILLA51 aspires to collaborate with visionary visual artists worldwide, establishing analog photography as a cornerstone of global storytelling. By transcending regional boundaries to connect diverse cultures and identities, we aim to preserve and amplify the artistic value of analog photography. Furthermore, our vision is to foster a sustainable creative ecosystem, empowering artists to express themselves freely and authentically
PUBLISHER OF GORILLA51
Youngbin Ji: A passionate creator and curator dedicated to exploring the essence of photography, reinterpreting the unique texture and emotion of analog photography and media through contemporary visual storytelling. Youngbin Ji’s leadership is the driving force behind GORILLA51’s evolution, transforming it from a mere magazine into a dynamic cultural movement.
COCO VIEW: Breaking the boundaries between art and storytelling, COCO VIEW collaborates with creators worldwide to craft distinctive and powerful visual narratives.
“Weaving Global Stories Through the Lens of Analog”
GORILLA51 Magazine
GLOBALES ERZÄHLKONZEPT ZENTRIERT AUF ANALOGE FOTOGRAFIE
Die Philosophie von GORILLA51 basiert darauf, die intrinsischen physischen und emotionalen Qualitäten der analogen Fotografie zu nutzen, um Geschichten zu vermitteln, die sowohl universell als auch tief persönlich sind. • Das Wesen des Analogen: Während die digitale Fotografie auf Geschwindigkeit und Effizienz setzt, feiert die analoge Fotografie den Prozess, die Intention und die Schönheit in der Unvollkommenheit. GORILLA51 bietet seinen Lesern ein haptisches Erlebnis durch die Textur des Films, die subtilen Nuancen des Lichts und die greifbare Natur physischer Abzüge.
WELTWEITES ERZÄHLEN DURCH ANALOGE FOTOGRAFIE: KUNST, VIELFALT UND VERBINDUNG
• Globales Erzählen: Ungebunden an eine einzelne Kultur oder Region, nimmt GORILLA51 vielfältige Perspektiven und Narrative aus aller Welt an. Fotografen aus unterschiedlichen Hintergründen teilen ihre einzigartigen Visionen und beleuchten kulturelle Vielfalt sowie gemeinsame Menschlichkeit durch ihre Objektive. • Kunst und Verbindung: Das Magazin betrachtet Fotografie als ein mächtiges Werkzeug für künstlerischen Ausdruck, das über bloße Dokumentation hinausgeht und Emotionen, Philosophien und gesellschaftliche Botschaften verkörpert. Dadurch fördert GORILLA51 tiefe emotionale Verbindungen zwischen Lesern und Schaffenden.
Bubo scandiacus
Snowy Owl
STAGE TWO
Making a Cocoon
SILKWORMS PRODUCE COCOONS MADE OF A SINGLE THREAD OF RAW SILK THROUGH THEIR SALIVA.
STAGE TWO
The Question of Self
WHO AM I? AMID CURIOSITY AND CONFLICT, THE SELF SPROUTS, SKETCHING DREAMS THROUGH DIALOGUE WITH THE WORLD.
STAGE ONE
The first breath of being
BIRTH IS THE INITIAL PACT WITH THE COSMOS. IN LOVE AND INSTINCT, THE WORLD IS SENSED, AND THE SEED OF LIFE IS SOWN.
STAGE THREE
Emerging
THESE THREADS CAN BE ANYWHERE FROM 300-900 METERS LONG, LOOPING AROUND ITS BODY 300,000 TIMES.
STAGE THREE
The Roots of Life
LIFE IS CULTIVATED THROUGH RESPONSIBILITY AND CHOICE. MEANING IS WOVEN FROM FAILURES AND TRIUMPHS, STANDING FIRM WITH DEEP ROOTS IN THE WORLD.
STAGE FOUR
The Wingbeat of Wisdom
IN LIFE’S FINAL STAGE, THE SOUL TAKES FLIGHT LIKE A BUTTERFLY, SHARING WISDOM HONED BY EXPERIENCE. WITH SELFLESS DEVOTION, ONE NURTURES THE WORLD, LEAVING A LEGACY OF LOVE AND HARMONY AS THE FINAL WINGBEAT ECHOES.
Poaching Ivory
there are only 400K living African elephants left. Poaching and the illegal ivory trade are responsible for the decrease in the elephant population
HUMAN-ELEPHANT CONFLICT IS ALSO RESPONSIBLE FOR DRIVING ELEPHANTS TOWARD EXTINCTION.
NUMBERING THREE TO FIVE MILLION IN THE LAST CENTURY, HUNTING REDUCED THE AFRICAN ELEPHANT POPULATIONS TO THEIR CURRENT LEVELS. IN THE 1980S, PEOPLE KILLED ABOUT 100,000 ELEPHANTS EACH YEAR, AND WE LOST UP TO 80% OF HERDS IN SOME REGIONS.
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OVERVIEW
Gorilla51 Magazine’s latest issue showcases a curated collection of unique stories from global figures, captured through the timeless medium of analog photography. Centered on fashion, beauty, and wellness, this edition delivers cutting-edge articles that blend artistry with narrative depth.
FEATURED NARRATIVES
HIGHLIGHTED STORIES FROM THE MAGAZINE, SPOTLIGHTING COMPELLING JOURNEYS AND PERSPECTIVES OF INFLUENTIAL INDIVIDUALS.
EDITOR’S PICK
A SELECTION OF STANDOUT PHOTOGRAPHS AND STORIES HANDPICKED BY THE EDITORIAL TEAM, EMBODYING THE MAGAZINE’S CREATIVE VISION.
BEHIND THE LENS
EXCLUSIVE INSIGHTS INTO THE ARTISTRY AND PROCESS BEHIND THE ANALOG PHOTOGRAPHY, REVEALING THE STORIES BEHIND EACH CAPTIVATING IMAGE.
THE ELEPHANT'S TRUNK (WHICH IS BASICALLY THEIR NOSE) ALSO OPERATES AS AN ARM; THEY USE IT TO POUR WATER INTO THEIR MOUTHS, TO GRAB OBJECTS OR GROOM THEMSELVES. WHEN ELEPHANTS SWIM IN DEEP WATERS, THEY USE THEIR TRUNKS AS SNORKELS.
TRUNK
ELEPHANTS POSSESS THE LARGEST BRAINS OF ALL LAND ANIMALS, WEIGHING UP TO 6 KILOGRAMS. THEIR BRAIN SIZE IS NOT JUST FOR SHOW; ELEPHANTS ARE HIGHLY INTELLIGENT. MUCH OF AN ELEPHANT'S BEHAVIOR IS LEARNED RATHER THAN INSTINCTIVE.
THEY ARE HIGHLY INTELLIGENT WITH SUPERIOR LEARNING ABILITIES AND THEY HAVE AN EXCELLENT MEMORY- THEY CAN REMEMBER WATERING HOLES CREATED YEARS AGO, RECOGNIZE HUMANS THEY HAVE SEEN, AND WILL KNOW WHEN IS THE TIME FOR FRUIT HARVESTS.
BRAIN
Loxodonta
Elephant
The human
Honey Bee
RELENTIESS EFFORT
Like honeybees, these humans work tirelessly to build their lives, consistently striving toward goals with dedication and perseverance.
SHARING LOVE AND WIDDOM
They enrich the world by sharing kindness and insights, fostering connections and inspiring others with their warmth and experience.
SELFLESS DEVOTION
They prioritize the well-being of their community, sacrificing personal gain for the collective good, much like bees serving the hive.
FRUITFUL
RESPONSIBILITY
Through passion and duty, they create meaningful outcomes, achieving personal growth and societal harmony, like bees producing honey.
Humans, like honeybees, live with relentless effort and selfless devotion, sharing love and wisdom to cultivate harmony and leave a lasting legacy of unity.
Weaving Global Stories Through the Lens of Analog
GORILLA51 Magazine is presented in the language chosen by the writers who contribute its photography and articles. Even when language poses a barrier to communication, the magazine allows readers to connect deeply with the creators’ works, fostering a profound sense of linguistic and emotional resonance.
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STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIPS WITH GLOBAL NGOS, NONPROFITS, AND LOCAL ARTISANS, SPOTLIGHTING PROJECTS THAT DRIVE SOCIAL IMPACT AND COMMUNITY EMPOWERMENT.
OVERVIEW OF INTERNATIONAL COLLABORATIONS ADVANCING SHARED GOALS.
GLOBAL PARTNERS
STORIES OF REGIONAL CRAFTSPEOPLE AND THEIR CULTURAL CONTRIBUTIONS.
Local Artisans
OUTCOMES OF INITIATIVES FOCUSED ON EDUCATION, POVERTY ALLEVIATION, AND SOCIAL PROGRESS.
IMPACT STORIES
Mobula birostris
Collaborations
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WINTER
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WINTER
AS PART OF THE IMPACT OF GLOBAL WARMING, GLACIERS AND ICE CAPS ARE RAPIDLY MELTING. IF THEY WERE TO COMPLETELY MELT, THE SEA LEVEL WOULD INCREASE BY ABOUT 70 METERS (230 FEET). THIS WOULD RESULT IN THE FLOODING OF EVERY COASTAL CITY ACROSS THE GLOBE.
The melting of the glaciers
WEAVING GLOBAL STORIES THROUGH THE LENS OF ANALOG
A global storytelling philosophy centered on analog photography
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MANATEES, BUOYANT BY NATURE, CANNOT ESCAPE BOATS DUE TO THEIR SLOW SPEED OF 3 TO 5 MPH.
Humans cause half of West Indian manatee deaths, mostly from boat collisions.
LITTER IN OUR OCEAN PUTS MARINE LIFE AT RISK
Plastic waste is a leading threat to marine ecosystems.
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Rhincodon typus
Gorilla Goods51
Whale Shark is the world's largest fish
THESE HUGE CREATURES CAN GROW UP TO 39 FEET LONG
Empowering the Underprivileged :Collaborating with local artisans and donating a portion of profits to education and empowerment projects for impoverished and marginalized communities, contributing to social impact.
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Empowering the Underprivileged :Collaborating with local artisans and donating a portion of profits to education and empowerment projects for impoverished and marginalized communities, contributing to social impact.
• Global Network: Strengthening ties with local communities through partnerships with international nonprofits and NGOs.
STAGE TWO
Making a cocoon
SILKWORMS PRODUCE COCOONS MADE OF A SINGLE THREAD OF RAW SILK THROUGH THEIR SALIVA.
STAGE TWO
Making a cocoon
SILKWORMS PRODUCE COCOONS MADE OF A SINGLE THREAD OF RAW SILK THROUGH THEIR SALIVA.
GORILLA51 beliggaam ’n samesmelting van rou, oer-energie—gesimboliseer deur “Gorilla”—en verfynde sofistikasie, verteenwoordig deur “51,” ’n knipoog na die strewe na perfeksie. Hierdie unieke handelsmerk omskep die fisiese beperkings van analoogfotografie in artistieke sterkpunte en lewer vars visuele ervarings aan ’n wêreldwye gehoor. Deur ’n ryk mengsel van fotografie, essays en onderhoude weef die tydskrif boeiende narratiewe, met elke uitgawe wat duidelike temas en stemminge aanbied om lesers met hernude kreatiwiteit te inspireer.
DIE OORSPRONKLIKHEID VAN GORILLA51
EMOTION
An analog-inspired global magazine and lifestyle brand, distinguished by the warm hues and organic textures of film photography.
“Weaving Global Stories Through the Lens of Analog”
GORILLA51 Magazine
Gibbons have the longest arm length relative to body size ratio of any primate arboreal (tree-dwelling) in nature.
GIBBON ARMS ARE LONGER THAN THEIR LEGS, HELPING THEM SWING FROM TREE TO TREE.
A SENSORY, EMOTIONAL JOURNEY DISTINCT FROM DIGITAL LIFE, STARTING WITH EXISTENCE, GROWING THROUGH RESPONSIBILITY, AND FULFILLED IN SERVICE, MARKED BY LOVE, CONFLICT, AND CONNECTION.
Human
Definition of human analog life:
NORTHERN WHITE-CHEEKED GIBBONS ARE LIKE HUMAN BABIES, REQUIRING A LOT OF PARENTAL CARE.
THEY CAN SURVIVE ON THEIR OWN AT THREE, BUT CHOOSE TO LIVE IN THEIR FAMILY GROUP TILL THEY’RE 8-10 YEARS OLD - WHEN THEY LEAVE TO FIND A PARTNER.
SENSES &
PREGNANCY
ADULT FEMALE GIBBONS ARE TYPICALLY DOMINANT IN THEIR FAMILY SOCIAL STRUCTURES, UNLIKE MANY OTHER APE SPECIES.
FAMILY STRUCTURE
WHILE NOT MUCH IS KNOWN ABOUT THIS GIBBON SPECIES, SCIENTISTS ASSUME THAT THEY EAT MAINLY FRUIT, FLOWERS AND LEAVES.
NUTRITION
GIBBONS MARK THEIR TERRITORY BY VOCALIZING WITH ELABORATE SOUNDS THAT CAN BE HEARD FROM GREAT DISTANCES.
TERRITORY
