Photography

September 4, 2024

18 Famous First Photographs in History: From the Oldest Photo Ever to the World’s First Instagram

While the term photography was coined in the early 19th century, Greek mathematicians had been making camera obscuras, or pinhole cameras, since the 4th century BCE. The history of photography has always been filled with innovation, with the ability to produce high-resolution images evolving along with the technology photographers have on hand. With such a long history, it's no surprise that photography is full of important firsts, from the world's oldest photograph to the first photo uploaded to Instagram.

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August 26, 2024

Stunning Photography From the 2024 Prix de la Photographie Paris Contest

The winners of the prestigious Prix de la Photographie, Paris (PX3) photo competition have just been announced. Photographers compete across a diverse array of categories, including Advertising, Architecture, Book, Fine Art, Nature, Portraiture, Press, and Special. Each submission showcases the artist's extraordinary talent and creativity, further enriching the world of photography. The competition, which has professional and non-professional divisions, is judged by distinguished figures from the international photography community.

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August 21, 2024

Incredible Winners of the 2024 iPhone Photography Awards

The iPhone Photography Awards (IPPAWARDS) have celebrated the art of storytelling for the past 17 years. And in announcing their 2024 winners, they once again prove how mobile photography has changed how we capture everyday moments. In a sea of stunning imagery, American photographer Erin Brooks rose to the top and was named the Grand Prize Winner. Brooks' black-and-white photo of a boy's awe at marine life captures the magic of childhood.

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August 17, 2024

Wildlife Photographer Captures Intimate Photos of Alaska’s Grizzly Bears

Wildlife photographer Joe Moreno recently visited Lake Clark National Park in Alaska to capture the remarkable Alaska Peninsula brown bears, often referred to as “peninsular grizzlies.” These majestic creatures are among the largest brown bears in the world, yet Moreno captures intimate moments that reveal their surprisingly gentle side. Lake Clark National Park is renowned for its wild beauty.

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