Photography

October 8, 2025

‘Humans of New York’ Takes Over Grand Central in Vibrant Celebration of Community

In New York City, one can meet almost any kind of person, varying in race, ethnicity, religion, culture, age, gender, and sexual orientation. Living in one of the most culturally diverse cities in the world is exactly what inspired Brandon Stanton to found the beloved Humans of New York in 2010. For the past 15 years, the photographer has cataloged the many faces, personalities, and stories that make New York the juggernaut that it is.

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October 7, 2025

World Press Photo Celebrates 70 Years of Photojournalism With Upcoming Print Sale

A picture is worth a thousand words, as the old adage goes, and that is particularly true in the case of photojournalism. In just one image, photojournalists can capture entire worlds that may otherwise have remained hidden, informing the way we encounter and engage with our surroundings. This is exactly the philosophy that has guided World Press Photo since 1955, a nonprofit dedicated to photojournalism and documentary photography.

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September 30, 2025

Astrophotographer Captures First-Ever Image of Sun’s Chromosphere and a Rocket in the Same Frame

Astrophotographer Andrew McCarthy has once again blown our minds with another incredible photograph. Taken as a Space X rocket blasts into orbit, it shows how the power of the vessel moves the Sun’s chromosphere. This view is the first of its kind, requiring dedication and special preparation on McCarthy’s part. To bring his vision to life, McCarthy used a specially designed solar telescope attached to his camera.

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September 25, 2025

Photographer Captures Beautiful Moment Between an Elephant and a Bird in an Indian Jungle [Interview]

As a professional wildlife photographer, Shaaz Jung is uniquely positioned to witness extraordinary relationships formed in nature. Jung is known for his images of big cats like leopards and rare panthers, which require him to spend an inordinate amount of time in India’s forests. While there, he also bears witness to a host of incredible interactions, including one between an elephant and a bird. In the stunning photo, an elephant appears from behind a tree.

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