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To move more confidently into the future, you must delve into the past. These 12 famous portrait photographers is a great place to start.

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Jean Cocteau by Philippe Halsman

Cats and dogs are cool enough on their own, but just in case you weren't convinced about this verified fact, here are some famous people with their pets to convince you. Given how most of the pet owners on this list are larger-than-life celebrities, it's nice to know that even they enjoyed the company of pets just like we do. Sure, maybe not all of us can afford an ocelot like Salvador Dali, but it's nice to know that even he had a cat to scratch behind the ears from time to time.

portrait of jean cocteau by philippe-halsman

The critters of Halloween: Black Cats, Crows and Bats! Let me just say, as a side note, that I do not prescribe to the idea that there is anything evil or creepy about any of these animals. In fact, they are some of my favorites. Black cats are gorgeous, crows are smart and entertaining (cute…

American, born Latvia. 1906–1979