Photography

Amazing lights are everywhere this time of year, which makes them easy to overlook. Most people photograph them as decoration — wide shots of trees, houses, and streets that feel familiar but rarely memorable. This challenge is about doing the opposite. Instead of documenting the season, you’re using Christmas lights as a creative tool to

The beauty and brutality of sports are on full display in the World Sports Photography Awards.

See the moments that inspired and informed us in USA TODAY's 2025 Pictures of the Year.

There are many ways in which nature photography can help to take a break from your busy life, but here are our favorites.

"It’s during cold snaps like this that we often see some of the most elaborate snowflakes fall from the sky."

Compelling photos break away from the mundane. Achieve better results by photographing at atypical times and weather conditions.

Capture the heart of the holidays through candid family and cultural moments. Learn tips for authentic holiday storytelling with emotion and depth.

Winter is a great time to cozy up and stay warm indoors, but it is also a great time to get out and capture the magic of nature in the great outdoors. Most people think that winter photography is all about photographing in the snow or just photographing the snow, but that's not true. There are many great elements outdoors that can be photographed in the winter season, including landscapes, architecture, wildlife and even some indoor still life photography. Do not forget to look closer for amazing and interesting macro shots.

Thanks to the introduction of smartphone cameras, especially iPhones, photography has recently become more accessible than ever. As a portrait and sports photographer who has owned many cameras, my favorite is still my phone. Trust me, everyone can do it. Next thing you know, people will be asking you, “what camera did you shoot these on?”

Digital photography is at a disadvantage when it comes to creativity. However, there are lessons from history you can apply to overcome this.

For Nicolas Morley, who graduates this fall with a BFA in photography from the School of Art, the path to photography began with a moment of clarity late in high school.“It took me a while to figure out what I wanted to major in,” he says.  “I chose photography because it was the only thing that really made sense to me.”

The beautiful and scientifically revealing stars of the Royal Society Photography Competition.

Photography goes beyond just composition and exposure—it’s a lifelong process of patience, failure, curiosity, and self-exploration. After years of practice, you'll see that it's not only about what’s in front of your camera but also about what occurs behind it. Here are 10 lessons every photographer discovers. Gear Doesn’t Make the Photographer A few learn this early on,

If you think wintertime is an excuse to put your camera away and stay warm indoors, then you need to read this article! Winter photography is a challenge...

When it comes to black and white photography, since we remove the colours and use only the different shades of grey, the photograph needs to have a rich contrast in tones and also be shot under light conditions that can emphasize the textures, adding depth and drama to the photo. Besides these, the photographer also needs to pay attention to compositions in terms of lines, shapes, forms, etc. Here are 30 wildlife photographs in black and white, that are stunning and look like pieces of art.

The RPS Centenary Medal and RPS Honorary Fellowship – Susan Derges HonFRPS The Royal Photographic Society has announced its 2025 award recipients, and the lineup is nothing short of extraordinary. With these honorees, the RPS Awards spotlight creators who are shaping visual culture through both

Aerial drones are giving scientists a new view of life at sea.

This annual competition showcases photography that documents extraordinary moments in natural history and highlights conservation issues.

My primary genre of photography over the last several decades is travel. It’s an endlessly varied subject that’s open to any photographer. Indeed you don’t need to travel far to take travel photos.Today we are going to take a look at transport as travel shots.

British Photography Awards 2025 winners revealed!

The 1960s were more than just another chapter in fashion history—they were a turning point. It was an era defined by rebellion, creativity, and the rise of youth culture. As society began to questi…

The Siena Drone Photo Awards 2025 elevate the magic of photography with breathtaking aerial visions. More than a contest, they embody Siena’s mission to prove that creativity still soars. From planes and UAVs to balloons and kites, the competition embraces every form of flight to capture unique pers

Did you edit that picture? Was it Photoshopped? These questions miss the point. Editing is a part of the photographic process from the outset, before the shutter is even fired. It’s common to see pushback when it comes to editing in photography. The way people ask about it often carries suspicion, as if any edit is a form of deception. But artists and philosophers have long

Iraqi Female Photographers is a collective addressing systemic sexism, a lack of women’s stories and institutional support in the country

Music photographer Barrie Wentzell shot the world’s biggest stars between 1965 and 1975. He talks us through some of his favourite moments

Another incredible light show is excepted to shine across the U.S. tonight. Here are our favorite shots of the dazzling aurora so far.

Photographer Ron Cooper shares his favorite images from this year's colorful fall display in Salem parks and vineyards.

To mark Remembrance Sunday, we celebrate a new book of painstakingly restored photos from 1914-18, plus contemporary poetry

The winners of the 16th Epson International Pano Awards highlight epic views around the world.

Photography lighting basics are the foundation of great photos, covering natural light techniques, flash photography, and essential modifiers. This complete guide teaches beginners how to control light direction, work with diffusers and reflectors, and avoid common mistakes.