Photography

A lot of beginners take up photography and start shooting straightaway without understanding the basics. They end up capturing snapshots, while they could have captured much better photos if they'd had a good understanding of the basics in photography. Understanding the basics when it comes to camera settings will help to make creative decisions when out in the field based on the light, and other conditions. Here are some tutorials, that will help you to understand basic camera settings and capture better photos.

Reconnect with why you picked up a camera by creating mini photography projects. This Namibian railway station shoot reveals composition lessons, aperture priority settings, and how slowing down unlocks storytelling through decay and light.

A new suite of editing tools shows Apple is responding to years of pressure from Google and Samsung

Let’s be real for a second. You probably have a camera that’s smarter than the computer that landed humans on the moon. You might even…

Learn how to create a photo essay and bring it to life in print with our step-by-step guide. Plus, get inspired with eight photo essay ideas you can start today.

Architecture has a way of shaping how we experience the world, and the winners of The Artist Gallery’s 2026 Architecture Photography Awards highlight just how powerful that connection can be. Bringing together photographers from around the globe, the contest celebrates striking compositions that capture both the grandeur and subtle details of built environments. From sweeping bridges disappearing into mist to minimalist structures that play with light and symmetry, the selected images reveal architecture not just as design, but as atmosphere, storytelling, and emotion.

Wedding photographer Tilly Roberts shares how mindful wedding photography can ease anxiety, support connection and capture meaningful moments.

Photography can be considered one of the greatest human inventions. Since the 19th century, we’ve been able to capture and preserve specific moments in time, ensuring they last for generations to come. Here are some examples from the History Cord subreddit, a community with no shortage of historical snapshots. . Curiosities, History

Justin Mott examines staged documentary travel photography, from fake Vietnamese salt worker images to Steve McCurry controversies. Why presenting staged scenes as truth damages photojournalism credibility.

Long walks and photography are the ultimate tonic for managing anxiety for Birmingham City University’s BA Photography student Josh Reilly.

Revered as food, medicine, sacrament and symbol, this collection of mushrooms proves that humble fungi is an incredible photographic subject

National Park Photography: Planning Your Trip — a comprehensive, expert guide from the SYA Editorial Team. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced photographer…

“This is a critical moment—for democracy, for truth, for the question of what we as a society are willing to see and call out and what we are willing to ignore. The photographers recognized here have done their part. They have made the record. Now it is our turn to look.”

A rediscovered scrapbook showcases never-before-seen images by Lee Miller, a war correspondent for British "Vogue" who followed American troops through Europe

Each winning image celebrates a different part of Scotland’s natural beauty.

Photographs have a way of collapsing time, and the ones taken inside the 1980s punk scene do exactly that, pulling you into smoky venues, street corners, and basement shows where a subculture was b…

After nearly two decades in gymnastics, redshirt senior Nancy Kiner is learning how to see her sport from the other side of the lens.

Paul Sanders' latest book, Still, is a moving account of how his mindful approach led to healing and ultimately, more satisfying image making

Each stunning winner offers a powerful reminder of the world’s beauty, and a subtle nod to how much we have to lose if we don’t act to maintain the health of our planet.

Master P, A, S, and M modes with this essential guide. Learn what each camera mode controls, when to use them, and how to move beyond auto for creative control.

A.I. love it or hate it, it’s here to stay. As photographers we can use it as a powerful tool, to mask photos, reduce noise or even to inspire or teach us. Unfortunately A.I. imaging - I will not call it photography - will only continue to grow. But does that mean as photographers we must stand by and idly watch our hobby or profession fade into obscurity?

The winners of the 15th Annual Mobile Photography Awards are here – from stunning shots captured on 10-year-old phone cameras to high megapixel flagship smartphones

Losing or accidentally deleting images is scary, but all is not lost. Here are 9 tips to make sure you never lose your photos again.

Spring flowers are one of the best subjects for learning manual mode photography. They’re colorful, easy to find, and perfect for practicing how aperture, shutter speed, and ISO work together outdoors. The challenge is that flower photography can change quickly. Light shifts, shadows move, and even a small breeze can ruin an otherwise great shot.

So, you’ve got a camera, and you’ve got a friend who’s willing to stand still for five minutes. You snap a few photos, and... well, they look okay. But they

Advanced techniques to capture better bird photos.

A Brevity Blog Round Up on Photography and Writing By Dinty W. Moore Ansel Adams, a genius of landscape photography, advises anyone wanting to take memorable pictures to ask “‘Why am I seeing and f…

Discover expert tips for photographing birds and wildlife in spring. Learn about gear, settings, composition, and how to capture seasonal animal behavior.

The best travel photos don't happen at tourist hotspots. Here's why shooting off the beaten path produces images that actually move people.