Black spaces of the Great Depression: scenes of African American life in the 1930s – in pictures
Depictions of rural life in the south during the Great Depression have been predominantly focused on whiteness, a fuller picture rarely seen. In a new exhibition, Crafting Sanctuaries: Black Spaces of the Great Depression South, the private homes and public gathering spaces of Black southerners are seen in a range of photos that provide a corrective
How to photograph insects like a pro: Expert tips for impactful macro shots
Want to get closer to the miniature world? Arm yourself with sugary water – here's how to lure insects into your photographic lair, and how to capture the tiny subjects
After 50 Years Of Shooting Hockey, Bruce Bennett Finds An Even Tougher Challenge: Birds
If you’re curious about what hockey photographers do during the offseason, there’s no one better to ask than Bruce Bennett. He is the world’s most prolific hockey photographer and the head of Getty Images’ hockey imagery division. In his 50-plus-year career, he’s shot more than 5,300 NHL games, six Winter Olympics (with a seventh upcoming […]
On World Photography Day, BTA Journalists Share Favorite Photos and Talk about "the Language without Borders"
My favorite photo is the theme of this year’s World Photography Day. The initiative calls on people to share their favorite photo and its story on social media with the hashtag #WorldPhotographyDay. On this occasion, BTA reporters and photographers
These Resources Will Help You To Avoid Some Common Mistakes In Photography
Photographers are not perfect all the time - even the most experienced or professional photographers are prone to making mistakes at times. Making mistakes in photography is not a huge problem, as long as the photographer learns from the mistake and rectifies the errors in the future. Besides, not all mistakes are mistakes as some mistakes can also lead to creative results or learning new techniques in photography.In this article, we have put together a bunch of resources that we hope will help you to avoid some common mistakes in photography.
Why Photography Could Be the Mental Health Boost You Never Knew You Needed
Picking up a camera is a powerful tool for improving your psychological well-being, with benefits that extend far beyond just capturing pretty pictures. From reducing anxiety levels to fostering genuine human connections, photography is emerging as an unexpected form of therapy that's accessible to anyone with a smartphone or camera. Legal Disclaimer: This article is for
Top pictures from the 2025 Penn State Today summer photo contest
The winning photo in the 2025 Penn State Today summer photo contest was submitted by Shrinishtaa Srinivas, an undergraduate student studying film and communications at Penn State Harrisburg, of blooming canna lily flowers in front of the Vartan Plaza fountain at the Harrisburg campus.
How to shoot in black and white: camera modes, tones and visualisation
Is there a particular skill in shooting black and white images? There is, but it’s quite elusive and not immediately instinctive. After all, our eyes see in color, and there’s not a whole lot we can do about that. We can learn to 'see' black and white eventually, but it's here that modern digital cameras can offer an invaluable head start.
If as a beginner you are making lots of mistakes, then the chances are you are shooting often and learning lots. Today we are going to look at why you should embrace your photography fails.