Best Advice for Young Photographers: 5 Lessons From Alec Soth You Can Apply Today
The difference between an average photo and a great one isn’t just about technique or expensive gear. It’s about the way you approach the world, what you choose to notice, and how you capture it. Photography Lessons
How Eric Meola Turned a Forgotten Archive Into One of the Most Dazzling Photography Books of the Decade
Eric Meola began scanning old negatives just to archive them. But the more images he uncovered, the more he saw a clear thread running through his five-decade career. Light and color were always at the center. Photography Book Spotlight
‘Why Am I Sad’: Dana Stirling’s Poetic Exploration of Loneliness and Resilience
Can photography make sense of emotions words fail to capture Dana Stirling’s Why Am I Sad tries to answer this question by using beautiful and emotional photographs. Her work shows sadness and resilience in a way that everyone can understand, even without words. Photography Book Spotlight
From Spiderman to Strangers in the Crowd: What 8 Years in Times Square Taught David Graham About New York
New Yorkers say to avoid it, tourists are everywhere, and the light is a mess. But for eight years, David kept returning with his camera, chasing color, movement, and sometimes, stillness. He used natural light and patience, waiting for the right moment. Interviews
Why Some Photos Feel More Powerful Over Time: Black Box by Dona Ann McAdams
A photo’s true impact isn’t always visible the moment it’s taken. Dona Ann McAdams knows this better than most—she spent five decades capturing protests, underground art, and everyday moments that later became history. Photography Book Spotlight
Photograph What You Care About Before It’s Gone - Faultlines by John Volynchook
Instead of pointing his camera at activists and banners, John Volynchook focused on the earth itself, grass, roots, chalk, water. What looks peaceful at first becomes more powerful the longer you look, especially when you know what’s at stake. Photography Book Spotlight
The Story Behind the Tokyo Playground Photo That Took Lukasz Palka Just One Shot to Get Right
Sometimes, photography is not about searching. It’s about being ready when something appears. It’s not about gear or perfect timing. It’s about attention, instinct, and what happens when you follow a feeling instead of a plan. Story Behind The Photograph
Rediscovering Wilderness: How Jon Ortner’s Visionary Lens Captures America’s Sacred Lands
The wilderness only reveals its beauty to those who earn it. For Jon Ortner, earning it meant years of hiking through rugged landscapes, braving extreme weather, and navigating some of the most remote corners of America. . .Photography Book Spotlight
These Pictures Feel Like Movie Sets - The Cinematic Magic of David Graham’s Photography
I used to think photos couldn’t evoke true cinematic magic—until I saw David Graham’s work. His photography doesn’t just capture locations; it transforms them into untold stories. Every frame feels like a scene waiting for its actors, its script unwritten but alive with possibility. Photography Book Spotlight
Make It Personal - The Best Photos Start From Within - Jens Krauer’s In Plain Sight Is Proof
Jens Krauer shows that with one camera, one lens, and a strong personal vision, it’s possible to build a serious body of work. He spent ten years walking through cities like New York, Paris, and Istanbul, capturing moments that most people pass by. Photography Book Spotlight
The Injustice of the Huddled Masses of the Homeless By JM Simpson
JM Simpson has spent the past two years photographing and talking to homeless men and women in Olympia, Washington. He doesn’t take these photos to make art—he takes them so people can see what they choose not to. Picture Story
The Magical Street Photo That Made Sandra Cattaneo Adorno Fall in Love With Reflections
Most photographers wait for the right light or moment. But sometimes, the best moments appear when you least expect them. They happen in the corner of your eye, in a reflection, in a second you almost missed. Sandra Cattaneo Adorno knows this feeling well. Story Behind The Photograph
The Unexpected Magic of Film Photography: Glen Snyder’s Konica FTA and the Sai Kung Sunset
A 1968 Konica, a roll of film, and a perfect sunset—sometimes, that’s all you need. Film photography is slower, unpredictable, and demands patience. But that’s exactly what makes it special. Glen Snyder, understands this better than most. His work is built on precision and presence.
The Story of Makeout City: How Ian Howorth Created One Photograph Powerful Enough to Stand on Its Own
How do you photograph a feeling, not a place? Ian Howorth approached this question step-by-step, carefully removing every distraction until only the emotion remained. Story Behind The Photograph
8 Ways Dotan Saguy Captures a Dog’s Unique Personality—and How You Can Too
Why do some dog photos capture personality while others fall flat This simple approach can transform your dog photography, helping you capture personality-packed, unforgettable images every time. Photography Lessons
Finding Something Sacred in the Ordinary: How Lisa Barlow’s Holy Land U.S.A. Teaches You to See Through a Camera
A photograph isn’t just about pointing a camera at something, it’s about seeing, understanding, and being part of the moment. Anyone can press a shutter, but not everyone can make an image that feels alive. Photography Book Spotlight
The Art of Impermanence: Photographing Glaciers Before They Melt into Memory
Every long-exposure photograph Steve Giovinco takes captures a moment of beauty that might not exist tomorrow. The Arctic is changing faster than we can fully understand, and photography is one way to document what is disappearing. His images are are evidence of a world in transition. Picture Story
Photographing the Astronomers Who Map the Stars: Daniel Stephen Homer’s Route de la Belle Étoile
Astronomy isn’t just about telescopes and distant galaxies, it’s about the people who spend their nights chasing the unknown. These amateur astronomers, often working from backyards and homemade observatories, have made real contributions to science. Photography Book Spotlight