March 2026

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Michael Bonocore

A young fox stands in tall grass with its mouth open, while beside it a bald eagle swoops down over water, clutching a fish in its talons.

Beyond the Sharp Shot: 11 Tips to Take Artistic Wildlife Photos

Wildlife photographer Tiffany Taxis had been sitting with a bear and her three cubs on the Alaska coast for hours when the large animal went rigid. She stopped nursing. Her gaze became focused and she started to drool. Thirty yards away, a lone wolf stood against the glaciers. Every photographer's instinct would say the same thing: zoom tight, fill the frame with the wolf. Taxis did the opposite. She pulled wide, trusting her storytelling instincts that years of art school had taught her.

Mar 31

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A person uses a desktop computer to edit a photo of a woman in a white dress; other people and studio lighting equipment are visible in the blurred background.

Most Surveyed Photographers Use AI for Tedious Tasks, Not Creative Editing

AI in photography is a hot topic. It can range from a purely workflow tool to a portrait retoucher and even a full-blown creation tool. According to a survey of 363 photographers who either use AI as part of their workflow or are open to AI retouching tools, the vast majority believe AI should assist but not take over creative control.

Mar 31

Mar 31 03/31

A collage of three close-up images: honey bees on honeycomb, a bee drinking from a yellow flower, and a bumblebee hanging upside down from a white blossom.

A Closer Look at the Beautiful Macro Cinematography in ‘Secrets of the Bees’

 As its name suggests, National Geographic's new two-part documentary series, "Secrets of the Bees," turns the lens toward one of Earth's most important inhabitants: bees. The series is fascinating, full of interesting information and science about bees, but also replete with exceptional cinematography. The miniseries has many fantastic close-up shots of bees, unlike anything captured before.

Mar 31

Mar 31 03/31

Godox Introduces Budget-Friendly Monolight for Creators

Godox continues to expand its accessible lighting ecosystem with the release of the Litemons LE200D Daylight LED Monolight, a compact yet powerful fixture designed for creators who prioritize output, simplicity, and value. Positioned as a daylight-only alternative within the growing Litemons lineup, the LE200D delivers impressive brightness and modern control features at a notably aggressive $190 price point.

Mar 31

Mar 31 03/31

A woman with curly gray hair and glasses stands in front of a camera on a tripod, posing for a self-portrait. She wears a dark shirt, with a round light behind her and a rustic, industrial background.

Annie Leibovitz Attends USMNT Training Camp, But Coach Warns of Distractions

The most famous photographer in the world, Annie Leibovitz, is cooking up something with the United States men's national soccer team (USMNT) ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Mar 31

Mar 31 03/31

A collage of different data storage devices, including SD cards, an external hard drive, SSDs, and a Synology NAS, arranged on a blue geometric background.

20 World Backup Day Deals on Storage and Memory Cards

Happy World Backup Day! Yes, it’s a real holiday, and your reminder to finally back up your work. Most of these deals are today only, so it’s a good time to act fast and save while getting your files properly backed up.

Mar 31

Mar 31 03/31

A close-up of a seal swimming underwater near the surface, with its face and flippers clearly visible and light filtering through the water above.

Photographer Captures First-Ever Images of Adorable Ross Seal Swimming in Antarctica

A photographer has captured the first-ever images of a rare and adorable Ross seal swimming in the icy waters of Antarctica.

Mar 31

Mar 31 03/31

A woman with dark hair looks to the side in the foreground, while a white car is parked on a slanted, paved street in the background. A yellow rectangle highlights the car's front corner.

AOC Photographer Loses Copyright Case Over Image Used in Illegal Parking Story

Democratic Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez’s (AOC) official campaign photographer had his lawsuit dismissed after claiming a news website infringed his copyright by using a cutout of his portrait in coverage of the congresswoman's illegal parking.

Mar 31

Mar 31 03/31

A man with a mustache is being held by police officers in uniform and another man in glasses. The scene appears tense, with several faces showing concern or urgency. The background includes a staircase and people.

‘Eating a Meal? A Succulent Chinese Meal?’ Viral Video is Officially Preserved in Australian Archive

A famous viral video is being preserved by the National Film and Sound Archive of Australia, an organization charged with the preservation of the country's audiovisual cultural heritage.

Mar 31

Mar 31 03/31

A landscape is bathed in an intense red-orange hue, with buildings, trees, and a person walking outside. The sky appears completely red, likely due to a dust storm or severe atmospheric conditions.

Apocalyptic Scenes in Australia as the Sky Turns Red

Photographers are always looking for the best light, but what about bright red? It happened this week in Western Australia.

Mar 31

Mar 31 03/31

A wild lynx walks along the edge of a concrete water trough surrounded by dry grass and bushes in a natural outdoor setting.

Trail Camera Captures Lynx Bizarrely Bathing Its Prey Before Eating It

Camera traps captured an Iberian Lynx bathing their prey in a water trough -- in the first instance of pre-soaking behavior being recorded in carnivores.

Mar 31

Mar 31 03/31

Two children lying on the floor indoors; one child in a plaid shirt is focused on a smartphone, while the other child in red rests their head on their arm next to a phone.

Australia Threatens Legal Action Over Under-16 Social Media Ban Breaches

Australia has warned it could take legal action against major social media companies, accusing them of failing to enforce a national ban on users under 16 and allowing children to remain on their platforms.

Mar 31

Mar 30 03/30

Colorful autumn trees with red, orange, and yellow leaves stand by a calm lake, with mist rising in front of forested hills and a tall, rugged mountain under a partly cloudy sky.

Free Photography Tool Wants to Be a Landscape Photographer’s Best Friend

Photographer and university student Megan Tucker created a browser-based photography conditions forecaster, LightCast Suite, to help fellow photographers decide when it's worth heading out with their camera gear.

Mar 30

Mar 30 03/30

Ken Klein

A photographer aims a camera at the viewer on a basketball court, with a sports crowd and band cheering in the background. Other media personnel and event staff are also visible around him.

‘I Enjoy Being a One-Man Band,’ Says Triple-Threat Sports Journalist

Sports journalist David Jablonski is a multimedia pioneer. For nearly two decades, he has achieved a journalism trifecta: writing, photography, and videography.

Mar 30

Mar 30 03/30

A person wearing outdoor gear and a backpack stands on a rocky terrain under a clear blue sky, holding a camera and looking off into the distance. Sparse desert vegetation is visible nearby.

The Vastnaut One Exoskeleton Expands Outdoor Photography’s Horizons

Photography is among the best and most fun ways to enjoy nature. However, for many, the physical demands of outdoor adventures can be too much, forcing people to stay home or stick to only the most accessible, often overcrowded, photo spots. That's where Vastnaut comes in with the Vastnaut One, the world's first AI-powered 4x4 wearable exoskeleton. It works with your body to reduce stress and enable you to go farther and explore places that you otherwise couldn't.

Mar 30

Mar 30 03/30

Camera lenses of various sizes and focal lengths are organized and mounted on a black perforated wall rack, with labels above indicating specifications such as 50mm, 65mm, and 100mm macro.

OPC Lens Dock-E Offers Wall-Mounted Storage for E-Mount Lenses

A new accessory aimed at streamlining studio organization brings a modular approach to lens storage. The OPC Lens Dock-E is a wall-mounted system designed specifically for Sony E-mount lenses, offering a structured way to keep optics visible, protected, and within easy reach.

Mar 30

Mar 30 03/30

Jaron Schneider

Photography Fellowship Pays $30,000 for 3 Months of Documentary Work

PowerLines, a national nonprofit organization dedicated to modernizing public utilities, is seeking a documentary photographer for a three-month assignment dedicated to "humanizing the impact of rising utility bills on everyday consumers and communities across the United States."

Mar 30

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See How Far iPhone Camera Performance Has Come in 19 Years

While PetaPixel readers are particularly passionate about serious, dedicated cameras with the latest and greatest features, one of the most popular cameras in the world is the iPhone. Nearly every year, Apple touts improved photo quality on its latest handhelds, often due to a combination of better hardware and more sophisticated software.

Mar 30

Mar 30 03/30

Jaron Schneider

A person wearing a beanie sits at a desk, using a smartphone. Two monitors, a laptop, camera, and headphones are on the desk. The room is warmly lit with curtains in the background.

Audiio Loudly Rejects AI-Generated Music in Lieu of ‘Human Made’

Music licensing platform Audiio has today soundly rejected generative AI in music, saying while new technology is good for some things, making music is "a line it cannot cross." The move follows a similar stance made clear by Epidemic Sound last year.

Mar 30

Mar 30 03/30

A modern smartphone with a large display and prominent circular rear camera module is shown from multiple angles, including front, back, sides, top, and bottom, against a white background.

Vivo’s New X300 Ultra Shows How Seriously it Takes Photography

Vivo officially launched its latest flagship smartphone, the X300 Ultra in China. Vivo says its new phone features Vivo's best-ever suite of cameras and photography features, and the company promises that the X300 Ultra redefines mobile imaging for still photography and video.

Mar 30

Mar 30 03/30

Tamron Will Make New Primes, but Only if They Are Unique and Innovative

Tamron is focused on making lenses that no other manufacturer does. A consequence of this is that Tamron makes a lot of zoom lenses, although the company reiterated to PetaPixel at CP+ 2026 that it is not opposed to making new prime lenses, but it needs to be the right prime, a unique offering.

Mar 30

Mar 30 03/30

Paul McCartney Banned From His Own Subreddit for Sharing Photos of Concert

Overzealous Reddit moderators are back at it again: Paul McCartney has been booted out of the subreddit that's dedicated to him.

Mar 30

Mar 30 03/30

A camera app icon with a lens and neon lines is on the left, while on the right, a smartphone screen shows a camera app taking a photo of trees under a blue sky. Both images have a gradient pink and blue background.

DualShot Recorder App Captures Vertical and Horizontal Video at the Same Time

A new mobile app, DualShot Recorder, skyrocketed up the App Store charts this weekend. DualShot Recorder enters the content creation space with a focused promise: eliminate the need to film the same scene twice for different aspect ratios. Designed for iPhone users, the app enables simultaneous recording in both portrait (9:16) and landscape (16:9) formats, producing two synchronized video files from a single tap.

Mar 30

Mar 30 03/30

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Russia Names Videographer of Oscar-Winning Documentary a Foreign Agent

Pavel Talankin, the Russian videographer who secretly filmed the Oscar-winning documentary Mr Nobody Against Putin, has been designated as a ‌foreign agent by the country.

Mar 30

Mar 30 03/30

A dark face with a long, Pinocchio-like nose pushes through a mask shaped like a human face, set against a cloudy sky background, symbolizing deception or hiding one's true identity.

Researchers Come Up With Foolproof Method to Certify Real Photos

The C2PA software championed by Adobe to verify real photos could be hacked, at least that's according to researchers from ETH Zurich who have proposed an alternative system.

Mar 30

Mar 30 03/30

A dark, moody image of a stone statue standing on a pedestal, shrouded in shadow and mist, with a somber and mysterious atmosphere.

Rare Edward Steichen Photograph Could Sell for $1 Million

A rare photograph by Edward Steichen, one of only three known prints of its size, is expected to sell for up to $1 million at auction.

Mar 30

Mar 30 03/30

A close-up of a black camera lens labeled "Thypoch 24-50/2.8" against a blue background, showing detailed focus and aperture markings.

Thypoch Teases New AF 24-50mm f/2.8 Zoom, a Bold Departure From its Manual Focus Primes

Thypoch, known for its classically-inspired manual focus prime lenses like the Simera 28mm f/1.4, Eureka 50mm f/2, and most recently, the Ksana 21mm f/3.5, has unveiled its next project: an autofocus-equipped 24-50mm f/2.8 zoom lens. This is a very bold new chapter for the upstart Chinese lens company.

Mar 30

Mar 30 03/30

An astronaut in a white spacesuit works outside the International Space Station with Earth and a large solar panel visible in the background.

Check Out These Cool Photos From NASA’s Latest Spacewalk

NASA has released a series of awesome photos from its most recent spacewalk outside the International Space Station.

Mar 30

Mar 30 03/30

A woman wearing pink clothes sits atop a bright pink elephant, passing through an arched doorway with yellow walls, shown from two different angles.

Photographer Faces Backlash After Painting Elephant Pink

A Russian photographer is facing widespread criticism in India after painting an elephant pink for a photo shoot.

Mar 30

Mar 30 03/30

A pod of orcas surrounds and attacks a whale calf in turbulent blue ocean water, with several dark shapes visible beneath the surface and splashes where the animals break through.

Scientists Capture First-Ever Detailed Footage of Sperm Whale Birth

Scientists have captured one of the most detailed recordings of a sperm whale birth ever documented, using high-tech drones and underwater audio.

Mar 30

Mar 30 03/30

A panoramic view of a marina with many yachts docked in front of modern, tall skyscrapers under a clear blue sky, showcasing an urban waterfront cityscape.

Dozens of British Tourists Arrested for Taking Photos in UAE

Dozens of British citizens have been detained in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) for taking photos of the carange that's been unleashed across the Middle East.

Mar 30

Mar 29 03/29

A photo collage with three portraits: a woman with wavy hair poses with arms raised in front of flowers; a woman in colorful traditional clothing and a headscarf looks to the side; an elderly woman leans out of a window smiling.

Photo Contest Winners Highlight Women’s Voices in Photography

All About Photo (AAP) has revealed the winners of AAP Magazine 55: Women, a special edition dedicated to highlighting the work of women photographers from around the world. This issue emphasizes both artistic vision and the lived experiences of women, continuing AAP’s mission to amplify unheard voices.

Mar 29

Mar 29 03/29

A white bird with black markings on its head, red beak, and outstretched wings flies against a white background.

A Beginner’s Guide to Bird Photography: Strategies to Capture Better Bird Photos

Bird photography is one of the most rewarding and yet challenging genres of photography. Here are some tips for better avian photos, along with why photographing birds is good for you.

Mar 29

Mar 29 03/29

Two digital cameras shown from the back, each featuring a large LCD screen, control buttons, and dials. The camera on the left has an electronic viewfinder in the top left corner; the one on the right does not.

Panasonic, Please Stop Removing Viewfinders

Earlier this week, Panasonic unveiled the Lumix ZS300, also known as the TZ300 in some markets. The new compact camera is nearly identical to its predecessor, released in early 2018, except for one big thing: the ZS200's electronic viewfinder has been removed, replaced with nothing but more plastic. There are logical explanations for this, but they do little to stop me from disliking the change.

Mar 29

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National Gallery of Art Acquires Important Collection of American Civil War Photographs

The National Gallery of Art has announced a major expansion of its collection, including a significant group of early American photographs from the Civil War.

Mar 29

Mar 28 03/28

A rocky shoreline at low tide with rippled sand and puddles, silhouetted by a vibrant orange sunset. In the distance, a castle sits on a hill against the glowing sky.

Planning Landscape Photos, Part 2: Capturing Your Perfect Image

In landscape photography, we usually want to capture either the grandeur or the subtlety of the natural world, and sometimes both at once. It's the light that dictates the scene's atmosphere, and planning for it is all-important.

Mar 28

Mar 28 03/28

Thypoch Ksana 21mm f/3.5 Review: A Sprinkle of Classic Canon Magic

An ultra-wide lens is not something I often reach for. They can be useful as interior architecture lenses, for capturing dramatic vistas, and even for the occasional shot on the street, however, I usually find the propensity of the lenses to capture so much in the frame a tricky proposition.

Mar 28

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Two black-and-white photos: Left, two men and two women in formal attire talking. Right, two women at a table, one in a leopard-print hat, the other in a dark hat holding a cigarette, both looking at the camera.

Diane Arbus Photographs to Headline Bonhams Upcoming Auction

A group of photographs by Diane Arbus will headline an upcoming sale at Bonhams in New York, drawn from the personal collection of Lily Tomlin and Jane Wagner.

Mar 28

Mar 28 03/28

Jaron Schneider

Side-by-side photos of a yellow and white vintage car with the license plate 5180 ME; the left image is old and faded, while the right is recent, showing two smiling people inside.

‘Restoring’ Old Photos With AI Is a Fundamentally Broken Concept

When I was in college, I had the opportunity to spend a semester abroad in Florence, Italy to study. There, I took a "Chemistry of Art" class that culminated in a visit to the Opificio delle Pietre Dure, where priceless works of art are on display. It is also where many are stored and maintained.

Mar 28

Mar 27 03/27

A person holds a film clapperboard with colorful stripes and a digital timecode display, standing outdoors on a sandy landscape with mountains and a blue sky in the background.

Rushes Is a New Creator-Focused Vimeo Alternative

U.K. filmmaker Guy Loftus has launched Rushes, stylized rushes, a new video hosting and sharing platform designed to fill the void left by a reshaped Vimeo. The platform is built by video creators, for video creators.

Mar 27

Mar 27 03/27

A parachutist with a Red Bull parachute glides through a night sky illuminated by green auroras, with red light trails behind them. On the right, two parachutists in red suits are seen against the glowing sky.

Red Bull’s Mid-Air Photo Shoot Combines Skydivers and the Aurora Borealis

Capturing the impossible, photographer Michael Clark documented Red Bull Air Force wingsuit skydivers as they soared beneath the shimmering Aurora Borealis. He shares how months of planning, technical innovation, and high-stakes collaboration culminated in images that make the sky itself look alive.

Mar 27

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Jaron Schneider

Close-up of a gloved hand holding a camera lens (left), and a vintage Polaroid SX-70 Land Camera Alpha 1 with a MINT lens attached, displayed on a white surface (right).

Mint’s Sharpa Lens Promises to Dramatically Improve Polaroid SX-70 Photos

Mint Camera has announced the Sharpa Lens, a newly-designed replacement optic for the Polaroid SX-70 that it says is "the sharpest lens ever made" for the instant camera.

Mar 27

Mar 27 03/27

Close-up of a black Nikkor S camera lens, showing detailed texture, focal length markings (135, 200), and two customizable L-Fn buttons on the lens barrel against a dark background.

Nikon Explains How It Makes Lenses Smaller While Somehow Making Them Better

Nikon's original Nikkor Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S and Nikkor Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S lenses were already superb when they were released in 2019 and 2020, delivering great optical performance and dependable autofocus inside a well-designed chassis. However, much has changed in lens design in the years since, and Nikon's even better, significantly lighter 24-70mm f/2.8 S II and 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S II zooms reflect multifaceted technological advancements.

Mar 27

Mar 27 03/27

A spacious, modern museum lobby with large digital screens displaying nature scenes, wooden architectural features, a globe, informational exhibits, and visitors including adults and children walking and interacting.

Upcoming Nat Geo Museum Puts Iconic Photography Front and Center

The National Geographic Museum of Exploration officially opens June 26 in Washington, D.C., inviting visitors to experience the power of photography, storytelling, and human curiosity. The museum features exhibitions that celebrate exploration, scientific discovery, and visual storytelling, with photography at its heart.

Mar 27

Mar 27 03/27

Three memory cards on a blue geometric background: a 128GB Lexar SD card, a 1TB Delkin Devices CFexpress card, and a 256GB SanDisk Extreme PRO SD card.

Save Big Ahead of World Backup Day With These Memory Card Deals

Spring is a busy time for photographers, and with World Backup Day coming up on March 31, there’s no better moment to stock up on memory cards. Prices have risen recently, but today’s deals give you a chance to grab top-quality SD, microSD, and CFexpress cards at meaningful discounts.

Mar 27

Mar 27 03/27

On the left, an older person holds two small fish in front of their eyes, smiling. On the right, two foxes stand on hind legs with mouths open, appearing to playfully spar or yell at each other.

The Wonderful Winners of the LCE Photography of the Year Competition

The London Camera Exchange has announced the winners of its LCE Photographer of the Year 2026 (LCE POTY) competition.

Mar 27

Mar 27 03/27

Jaron Schneider

Four Sony memory cards are lined up side by side, each with different capacities and designs, labeled 64GB, 512GB, 128GB, and 1920GB, with various speed ratings and "TOUGH" labels on two of them.

Sony Shuts Down Nearly Its Entire Memory Card Business Due to Flash Shortage

The global shortage of solid state memory has claimed its first photographic victim, as Sony has announced that it is suspending fulfillment of all orders for nearly its entire SD and CFexpress memory card product lines.

Mar 27

Mar 27 03/27

A cartoon character drools while holding a glowing Sony α7R V camera box, surrounded by torn packaging. Large text above reads, "IT SMELLS EXPENSIVE.

This Hilarious YouTube Video is a Brutal Take Down of Photography

A YouTube video from a relatively new channel has lampooned the state of modern photography that many will find relatable.

Mar 27

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A digital graphic showing the letters "DNG" in bold blue font above a stylized camera shutter icon on a blue-green gradient background.

After Over 20 Years of Efforts, DNG Is Now the Official RAW Image Standard

In March 2004, Australian photographer Robert Edwards asked a simple but meaningful question on Rob Galbraith's now-defunct photography forums: "Could Adobe make a RAW format?" The answer was very much "yes," and Adobe announced the DNG format, or Digital Negative, later that same year. Now, more than two decades later, DNG is now the official standard under the International Organization for Standardization (ISO).

Mar 27

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A close-up view of black smart glasses displaying digital information on the right lens, featuring a small notification window with text and an image, against a plain blue background.

Meta’s Ray-Ban Display Glasses Faces Hold Up in Europe Over Removeable Battery

In January, Meta revealed it was pausing international rollout for its new Ray-Ban Display Glasses, citing supply concerns. That might not be the only issue.

Mar 27