Nomadic Nostoc
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Nomadic Nostoc
Microscopy Photographer · Artist · Translator
Traveling the world with a microscope to explore the micro-cosmos
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Benedikt Pleyer, known online as Nomadic Nostoc, is a freelance microscopy photographer and artist based in Bavaria, Germany. He travels the world to capture the hidden beauty of the micro-cosmos — from dancing algae to ancient organisms — and translates the invisible into breathtaking visual art. His work has been featured in international science publications and competitions.
Nikon Small World in Motion · 2025
Volvox algae swimming inside a Japanese 50-Yen coin — darkfield 50×
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