Photography

September 24, 2024

Glowing Frog on a Bioluminescent Mushroom Wins Science Photography Contest

Every year, Tasmania's Beaker Street Festival promotes science to the public through a series of events that also include a photography contest. The Beaker Street Science Photography Prize is a fascinating look at the world of science in Tasmania and the Southern Oceans. From scientists rehabilitating kelp forests to detailed looks at the flora and fauna found in the woods, the winners and finalists are a sight to behold.

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September 23, 2024

2024 Spotlight Awards Celebrate Excellence in Commercial Photography

Whether we know it or not, commercial photography is all around us, shaping how we view products and services. The Spotlight Awards, organized by Production Paradise, is a showcase for talented commercial photographers who use their skills to carry out the visions of brands and advertising agencies. Now in its seventh year, it's judged by a panel of more than 60 judges composed exclusively of industry experts and potential clients.

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September 19, 2024

The Earliest Successful Attempts at Photography Just Turned 200 Years Old

The oldest known photography was taken in 1826 or 1827 by French inventor Joseph Nicéphore Niépce. The image, titled View from the Window at Le Gras, shows some roofs and the neighboring countryside. However, just because this is the oldest surviving photograph, doesn't mean it was the first one that was ever taken. By looking at further evidence, it may just turn out that photography is already 200 years old.

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