Spectacular Winning Images of The Sony World Photography Awards 2023
A ruined cement factory, a sunken car, the brave women of DRC and a posse of urban raccoons … all these and many more feature in this year’s list of overall professional category winners.
Our War: Edgar Martins, Portugal (Photographer of the Year and first place in Professional Competition, Portraiture)
Martins says: ‘In 2011, my friend the photojournalist Anton Hammerl travelled to Libya to cover the conflict between pro-regime and anti-Gaddafi forces. On 5 April he was abducted and killed by government militia. Frustrated by the lack of progress in the investigation to find his mortal remains, in 2022 I travelled to Libya. This previously unseen body of work is structured as a portrait of Anton through the people he photographed and met, and others involved in the conflict.’ Continue reading »
The Original Blonde Bombshell: Stunning Photos of Jean Harlow Taken by Edwin Bower Hesser in 1929
Edwin Bower Hesser (1893-1962) was a renowned Hollywood photographer during the silent film era and early talkies. He was celebrated for his ability to create stunningly sensual images, often infused with bright, golden undertones. One of his most famous subjects was the legendary Hollywood actress Jean Harlow, whom he captured in a series of striking photographs. Continue reading »
The Autochrome: A Revolutionary but Brief Moment in Photography History
The Autochrome was a groundbreaking photographic process that revolutionized the industry in the early 20th century. Developed by the Société Lumière in 1907, the Autochrome was the first industrial color photography process available to the public. American photographer Edward Steichen even described it as the “most beautiful process that photography has ever given us to translate nature.” This new process quickly gained popularity and created a craze for color photography. Continue reading »
Capturing the Unbridled Hysteria of Beatlemania: LIFE Photographer Stan Wayman’s Portraits of Fans at the Beatles’ First US Concert
The Beatles are undoubtedly one of the most iconic bands in the history of popular music. Their influence on music and culture is immeasurable, with their impact felt not just in their home country of the UK, but across the world. Beyond the impact their music had on everyone from Bob Dylan and the Beach Boys to Jimi Hendrix and The Rolling Stones, The Beatles also sparked the era-defining phenomenon known as Beatlemania. Continue reading »
The Photographer Captured Ballerina Anita Pudikova in The Image of The Twins from Atomic Heart, Which She Played in The Game
Bolshoi Ballet dancer Anita Pudikova revealed that she played one of the sexy robot twins from the game Atomic Heart, and the photographer Alexander Yakovlev captured Anita in the look, which she successfully embodied. Continue reading »
Massimo Gammacurta’s Sweet Take on Famous Brands
New York-based photographer and multimedia artist Massimo Gammacurta has taken a fresh approach to capturing the world’s most renowned brands. Using colored candy, he has created captivating works of art that transform iconic logos into shiny and colorful sculptures. The results are breathtaking. Continue reading »
The Miniature Magic of Anthony Ryan Schmidt: How a Teenager’s Passion for Toy Cars Became a Phenomenon
If you’re scrolling through social media and happen to come across a photo of a stunning vintage car on a street corner, think again. You might just be looking at the work of Anthony Ryan Schmidt – a talented teenager from Seattle who has made a name for himself in the world of photography with his toy car creations. Continue reading »
Spectacular Winning Images of the FdB Wedding Photography Awards 2022
Grandma And Her Little Boy” Photo By Barbara Fabbri (Italy)
Did you know that every three months, photographers from all corners of the globe send in their most unique and incredible wedding photos to the FdB Awards? It’s an exciting event where over 1500 photos from 12 different countries are evaluated by a team of three international photographers. Continue reading »
Flower Men of Saudi Arabia: The Fascinating Photo Series by Omar Reda
Have you heard of the “flower men” of Saudi Arabia? This fascinating tribe is famous for adorning themselves with fragrant garlands made from flowers and herbs. They reside primarily in the Asir province of the southern region of Saudi Arabia. Continue reading »
Spectacular Winning Images Of The British Wildlife Photography Awards 2023
Overall Winner: “A Look to the Future” by Charlie Page
The British Wildlife Photography Awards 2023 announced its 25 winning photos, with Charlie Page taking the overall first place for his work called “A Look to the Future”. Continue reading »
Spectacular Winning Photos Of The 12th Annual Mobile Photography Awards
Grand Prize Winner: Glenn Homann
These are the 20 photos that won the 12th Annual Mobile Photography Awards (MPA). The Mobile Photography Awards were established in 2011 to acknowledge and honor the skills and visual artistry of mobile photography and art communities. Continue reading »
The Uncharted and Surreal Worlds of Japanese Artist Yuni Yoshida
Yuni Yoshida is a force to be reckoned with. A creative mastermind, she has taken the advertising world by storm with her innovative and surreal ideas. Her ability to blend fantasy and reality is unparalleled, and her campaigns are a testament to her talent and vision. Continue reading »
Spectacular Winning Images of The World Nature Photography Awards 2022
“Playgroup” – Japanese macaques on Awaji Island, Japan. The gold winner in the behaviour – mammals category. (Photo by Hidetoshi Ogata/World Nature Photography Awards 2022) Continue reading »
Spectacular Winning Images Of The 2022 Travel Photographer Of The Year Awards
The results of the annual Travel Photographer of the Year competition have been announced, with one of the last remaining Northern White rhinos in the world being the subject of the top prize-winning snapshot. Out of the 20,000 entries received, Matjaz Krivic’s photographs captured the judges’ attention, as he conveyed the poignant story of these animals trying to survive and revive their species from the brink of extinction.
Krivic, a documentary photographer with more than 25 years of experience, has been traveling the world and capturing various stories of people and places. Currently, he is focused on highlighting environmental issues and advocating for a better future. This is not the first time Krivic has participated in the competition; according to Travel Photographer of the Year, he has submitted entries every year since the contest’s inception in 2003. The judges of the competition praised his work, stating that he portrayed Kenya’s sad story beautifully and sensitively, with images that are both tender and intimate.
Overall Winner: Travel Photographer Of The Year 2022: Matjaz Krivic, Slovenia
“Najin 33 one of the last two Northern White rhinos left in the world resting under a hot afternoon sun with her friend and caretaker Zachary Mutai in Ol Pejeta Conservancy. The northern white rhino is all but extinct. The two last males died several years ago. The two females are still with us, but too feeble to bear babies. In an Italian lab, their eggs are now artificially fertilized by sperm from the late males, and kept at minus 196 celsius, in hopes that surrogate rhinos from another sub species can carry the northern white back from the brink.” Continue reading »
Discovering the Inner Child: A Look Into Gabriele Dabasinskaite’s Mandalas and Newborn Photography
Gabriele Dabasinskaite is a professional photographer who has made a name for herself by creating beautiful and unique mandalas with newborns at their center. For almost a decade now, she has been combining her passion for photography with her love for nature and newborns to create stunning pieces of art that capture the innocence and beauty of life. Continue reading »
Uncovering the Iconic Photoshoot of Nirvana in New York by Stephen Sweet for Melody Maker in 1993
Let’s take a trip down memory lane to one of Nirvana’s most iconic photoshoots. The shoot was for a 2-part interview in the UK’s Melody Maker weekly newspaper, and photographer Stephen Sweet had reserved the entire day for the press event. He picked up the band by taxicab and brought them to the Liberty Theatre, an abandoned movie theatre located on 42nd street in Manhattan, for the photo session. Continue reading »
Spectacular Winning Images of The National Geographic Traveller Photography Awards 2023
National Geographic Traveller has revealed the winners of its 11th annual photography competition, celebrating the best in travel photography across categories like wildlife, landscape, food, people, and urban. The judging panel sifted through thousands of entries to come up with a shortlist of 18 finalists for each category, and from there, the final seven winners were selected.
Though only open to UK and Irish participants, the winning images are said to reflect some of the best photography from around the world, showcasing a mix of drama, intimacy, and warmth that capture unique perspectives of travel.
The grand prize this year went to Renato Granieri, whose winning photograph was an inspiring image of two newly qualified eco-guards working at the Tacugama Chimpanzee Sanctuary in Sierra Leone, submitted in the people category and praised as a “firm favourite” among the judges.
Renato Granieri, winner: Grand Prize, People category
Mariama Turay (left) and Marah Hawa, two newly qualified eco guards in Sierra Leone’s Loma Mountains national park. For the judges, Granieri’s shot captured ‘the authenticity of shared laughter’. Eighteen photographers made the shortlist for the awards, now in their 11th year. Continue reading »
Tatiana at the Beach: Early Color Autochrome Photography by Ernest-Louis Lessieux
The Autochrome was a pioneering color photography process invented by the Lumière brothers in France. First patented in 1903 and marketed in 1907, the process revolutionized photography by enabling the creation of color images for the first time. In 1907, the same year the process was introduced, photographs were taken using Autochrome. Continue reading »
Photographer by Ruth Orkin Captured Stunning Color Photographs of New York City in the 1950s
Ruth Orkin was a trailblazing photojournalist and filmmaker, whose passion for photography began at a young age. Born in Boston, Orkin grew up in Hollywood during the 1920s and 1930s, and was gifted her first camera, a 39 cent Univex, at the age of 10. It was a gift that would change the course of her life. Continue reading »
Nostalgic Photos of Kurt Cobain Wearing a “Hi, How Are You” T-Shirt
The impact of Kurt Cobain on the music scene of the early 90s is undeniable, but it’s important to recognize the influence of other artists, particularly those like Daniel Johnston who never quite achieved mainstream success. Continue reading »
Spectacular Winning Images of The Global Cement and Concrete Association’s Competition
Concrete infrastructure, pro winner – Interchange, Guangzhou, China – Chek Poh Wong
The Global Cement and Concrete Association recently held its fourth edition photography competition, and it was a massive success! With a whopping 14,000 entries from all over the world, both amateur and professional photographers wowed us with their amazing skills and talent. Continue reading »
The BMX Daredevils of the 70s and 80s: Flying High and Jumping Low
Ah, the good old days when kids were kids, and danger was just another word for fun. The 1970s and 1980s were the golden age of BMX riding, where the biggest thrills came from launching oneself off makeshift ramps, pulling gravity-defying stunts, and risking life and limb for the ultimate adrenaline rush. Continue reading »
Beautiful Portrait Photos of Actress Jan Smithers in the 1960s and ’70s
Jan Smithers, the former American actress, first gained national attention as a teenager when she appeared on the cover of Newsweek in March 1966, perched on the back of a motorcycle. The cover story catapulted her into the spotlight, leading to offers from Hollywood agents eager to work with the young star. Continue reading »
Farmily: Photographer Shares Stunning Collection of Favorite Farm Portraits Captured Over Two Years
According to Tasha Hall: “I am currently the only full-farm portrait photographer in the world. We travel around creating “Farmily” portraits for farms all over North America. Continue reading »
Spectacular Winning Images Of Sony World Photography Awards
Latin America, National Award Shortlist, Manuel Rodriguez
The 2023 National & Regional Awards for photography have been announced, supporting and celebrating photographers worldwide. Continue reading »
