Propaganda: 100 years of fear, manipulation and persuasion – in pictures
Drugs, war, apartheid and the environment are some of the themes covered in the book Propagandopolis, which charts a century of efforts to influence and control
‘It sounded dreadful – but to me it was the second coming!’: punk rock memories – in pictures
From Sid and Nancy leaving court to the Ramones performing It’s Alive, a new book features previously unpublished photos of the punk and new wave scenes in London, New York and LA
The Family Archive is Dying: Protect Your Family Photographs Now
Access to photography has never been greater, yet now the risk of the family archive dying out has never been more of an issue. This article explains why the digital age has put the family archive in
Understanding light and shadow in black-and-white photography
Black-and-white photography removes the distraction of color, allowing light and shadow to take center stage in shaping the mood and depth of an image.
Mastering Sharp Focus in Landscape Photography: Hyperfocal Distance, Double Distance Method, and Focus Stacking Explained | Fstoppers
Have you ever struggled to get your image from the foreground to the background in focus? As photographers, especially in the genre of landscapes, the ultimate goal is to achieve sharp focus from the
Post-War Leningrad: Candid Photos of a City Reclaiming Life, 1945-1950
These photographs capture post-war Leningrad, now St. Petersburg, from 1946 to 1950, revealing the lives of everyday Soviet citizens amidst the city’s profound efforts to rebuild. Scenes rang…
Everyday Photography: Finding New Inspiration in Familiar Places
Photographing beautiful landscapes and stunning vistas can feel effortless when you’re in a new or exotic location. But how do you keep your eye sharp in your everyday environment? It’s easy to fall
How to Photograph Your Kids’ Sports with a Smartphone
Are you looking for fresh ideas on how to photograph your kids' sports with smartphone? Getting a good action shot of your kid mid-game can feel like mission impossible. Plus, lugging around a b...
Tips for Making a Photo Series: The Broader View of Photography
The main motivation for my photography has been to describe and share my experiences. I believe this sentiment is common among photographers. Yet sometimes, it leads to obsession over capturing the one "great image" of a scene - when the best way to tell a story can be through a series of images instead.
A Practical Guide to Managing Photos While Traveling
Managing your photos while traveling can be a challenge, especially when you’re dealing with large batches of images from a single shoot. Whether you’re on a multi-day excursion or just out for a
Aurora Borealis Lights Up The Northern Hemisphere Last Night
The northern lights were visible across most of the northern United States, Canada and Europe last night in a rare widespread appearance thanks to a massive solar storm.