Photography

March 13, 2024

Photo Contest Winners Celebrates Photography’s Ability To Create Compelling Visual Stories

Thanks to its monthly photo contests, The Independent Photographer helps talented creatives showcase their work to the world. Their most recent competition, Visual Story, recognized photographers who are able to use their work to create a strong narrative. Judged by Nairobi-based photographer Nichole Sobecki, who contributes to Everyday Africa and is regularly published in National Geographic, the contest is full of compelling storytelling.

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March 7, 2024

A Brief History Lesson in Tintype Photography

Physical photographs have captivated humans ever since the invention of the camera in 1816, with their ability to capture life's special moments. One of the earliest and often forgotten photo technologies is tintypes. Tintypes are a kind of photograph created by generating a direct positive on a sheet of metal. Ironically, the name is misleading because tin wasn't actually used to create the photographs—instead, the images were usually developed on thin iron plates.

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February 29, 2024

Incredible Professional Finalists from the 2024 Sony World Photography Awards

After announcing the National winners, the 2024 Sony World Photography Awards has released the finalists and shortlisted entries for this year's Professional competition. Now in its 17th year, the Professional division is known for its technical mastery and ability to produce original, striking narratives. This year is no exception, with the finalists and shortlist culled from a record number of entries.

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February 21, 2024

Inspiring National Winners of the 2024 Sony World Photography Awards

Over 395,000 images from over 220 countries and territories were submitted to the 2024 Sony World Photography Awards. This year, 59 of those countries participated in the National & Regional Awards, which is set up to spotlight local photography talent. From exceptional landscape photography to charming portraits, the 2024 National & Regional winners certainly prove just how much photographic talent lives in the world.

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My Modern Met

Celebrating creativity and promoting a positive culture by spotlighting the best sides of humanity—from the lighthearted and fun to the thought-provoking and enlightening.