AI ‘Photos’ Reimagine 1940s New York City
A photographer's new project reinvents 1940s and 1950s New York City via a series of fantastical AI-generated images that depict an alternative history.
Rare Lime Green Leica Up for Sale Is a Vibrant Part of Photographic History
An extremely rare Leica M6 model, one of only six made, is up for auction by Bonhams.
Unique Auction Is First to Feature Prints Made By Vivian Maier Herself
An upcoming Vivian Maier auction will offer up a rarity for the late photographer: images printed over her lifetime.
Film Director: If Guns Require Licenses, Why Not Cameras?
Oscar-nominated Swedish filmmaker Ruben Östlund, seen above, delivered some thought-provoking quotes in a new interview for The Guardian, raising interesting questions about the nature of cameras and visual storytelling.
Our Need for Human Stories: Street Photography, Privacy, and AI
In one of her most famous quotes, the photographer Dorothea Lange said that "the camera is an instrument that teaches people how to see without a camera."
A Devilish 500-Year-Old Indigenous Mexican Celebration in Photos
Puerto Rican photographer and art director Jesse Echevarria ventured to the valleys surrounding Oaxaca, Mexico, to photograph a small but significant ancestral celebration, Diablos de Tilcajete. The event, steeped in the region's rich history, looks as spectacular as it is challenging to photograph.
Final Photos That Were Taken Before Tragedy Struck
In the final moments before tragedy struck, these were the last photos that were taken.
Solving the Mystery of How and Where an Iconic Civil War Panorama Was Shot
The American Civil War was one of the first significant events in American history to be photographed. While photography was still in its relative infancy as the Union and Confederacy waged violent war from 1861 until 1865, there are thousands of Civil War photographs in the Library of Congress and countless others that are unavailable online or simply lost to time.
Scientists Find Supernova That Wowed Ancient Astronomers In 12th Century
In 1181, a supernova explosion appeared in the night sky for 185 days. Historical records show that the supernova, which some witnesses said looked like a "temporary star," shined as bright as Saturn in the constellation Cassiopeia.
What Your Camera Flash Has to Do With an Atomic Bomb
On July 16th, 1945, 35 miles southeast of Socorro, New Mexico, the White Sands Proving Ground was rocked by a massive explosion.
These Are The Very First Crime Scene Photographs Ever Taken
The very first crime scene photographs ever made were taken by a pioneering detective from Paris who realized how useful photography can be in solving a case.
The Most Influential Women in Photography History
As with many fields, photography has not always given women their due. But in truth, photography would not be what it is today without the pioneering work of countless women.
Watch Old-School Single-Use Flash Bulbs Explode in Slow-Mo
YouTuber Alec Watson of Technology Connections explored the fascinating history behind the single-use camera flashes of days past -- and it's a blast.
Germany vs Google: How Street View Won the Privacy Battle in Europe’s Most Private Country
For residents and tourists alike, Google Maps Street View is an exceptionally useful navigational tool. However, not every country has welcomed Google's iconic Street View cars to their streets. One of these longtime holdouts, Germany, has only recently begun to change its tune after more than a decade of resistance. But why?
Hasselblad Awards Acclaimed Photographer Ingrid Pollard $200,000
Guyana-born and England-raised photographer Ingrid Pollard is this year's Hasselblad Award Recipient. Pollard, an internationally acclaimed photographer, receives a Hasselblad flagship camera and lenses, a unique gold medal, and SEK 2,000,000 -- over $196,000.
Getty’s Open Content Program Has 88,000 Images You Can Use for Free
The J. Paul Getty Museum added around 88,000 images of artworks from its collection to its Open Content database.
Photographer David Seidner Was a Genre-Defining Artist
The late American fashion photographer David Seidner (1957-1999) was influential in his life, but his work has, sadly, gone underappreciated in the decades since his passing. The International Center of Photography (ICP) in New York City aims to change that through an ongoing exhibition of Seidner's work called "Fragments."
Texas Man Buys Bureau and Discovers World War One Photos Taken in England Hidden Inside
A man in Austin, Texas bought a bureau only to discover a set of historic World War One photos hidden in it taken 5,000 miles away in the United Kingdom.
The Very First Pets Ever To Be Photographed
For nearly as long as there have been cameras, there have been photos of pets, some of which date back to the early 1800s.
Inspiring, Iconic Photos of NASA’s Space Shuttle Era Turn 40 Years Old
On February 7, 1984, astronaut Hoot Gibson aimed his camera out of the crew cabin window of the space shuttle Challenger towards Bruce McCandless II as he floated freely in space. What resulted is one of the most, if not the most, iconic photos and most requested images. It turns 40 years old this week.
Meet the Toy Camera at the Heart of the Analogue Revival
When the Holga first launched, it didn't quite capture people the way its creator hoped... but it did spark something.
The Fascinating History and Confusing Reality of Shutter Speed
Filmmaker Alan Melikdjanian, known by millions of fans as "Captain Disillusion" on YouTube, creates entertaining and educational content where Captain Disillusion reveals the truth surrounding video effects and editing. Captain Disillusion also regularly dives into camera technology, as in his latest video all about shutter speed.
Depression-Era Photographer Dorothea Lange’s Work Showcased in D.C. Exhibit
The image is iconic. A mother, surrounded by her children brings a hand to her face. A look of worry clouds her visage. This transcendent image, along with other works by its photographer, Dorothea Lange, are on display at the National Gallery of Art in Washington D.C.
Formula One Has Long Been at the Cutting Edge of Camera Technology
Formula One has been the pinnacle of motorsport since its inaugural season in 1950 and has has been at the forefront of imaging technology throughout its history.
Yul Brynner’s Leica Cameras Headline 43rd Leitz Photographica Auction
There are some very interesting lots in the upcoming 43rd Leitz Photographica Auction on November 25 in Vienna, Austria.
Bronica: How a Japanese Rice Farmer Tried To Give Hasselblad a Run for Its Money
Hasselblad needs no introduction. Ever since the launch of its 500C, the boxy, modular medium-format waist-level SLR has defined the output of genres ranging from street to fashion photography throughout the mid-20th century and beyond.
Historical New England Photos Destined for the Trash Saved by Photographer
A documentary photographer and photo preservationist painstakingly restored thousands of glass plate photographs that reveal what life was like in New England 160 years ago.
The Clever Cameras Used by the East German Stasi to Spy on Citizens
East Germany, or the German Democratic Republic (GDR), was one of the most tightly-controlled police states in recent memory from 1949 to 1990 that would spy on its own citizens throughout using all sorts of fascinating imaging equipment.
Rare Leica 0-Series Camera Sells for a Whopping $3.7 Million
A rare Leica 0-series camera for 1923 was sold at the Wetzlar Camera Auctions on October 7 for €3.5 million, or approximately $3.69 million.
Through the Years: Fascinating Photos of Presidential Pets
After Joe Biden's dog, Commander, was removed from the White House this week for numerous biting incidents, the Library of Congress published a series of fascinating old photos entitled "Presidential Pets."
Old Photographs Brought to Life With the Latest Colorization Techniques
Photographs taken over 100 years ago can appear like a foreign country, but the people in those photos did not experience the world in black and white.
Kodak DCS: Why the Revolutionary Digital Camera System Failed to Catch On
Sometimes, having an original idea isn’t everything. Innovation can strike at the wrong moment, fizzing out before it has a chance to materialize.
How Skill and Luck Combined to Create Golf’s Most Incredible Photo
Mark Pain is an internationally acclaimed sports photographer with multiple "Sports Photographer of the Year Awards" from the British Press Awards. He has photographed many of the world's most incredible sporting events during his decades of work, including having shot the Ryder Cup, professional golf's premier team competition.
A Brief History of Olympus, From the Six to OM Digital
Throughout the history of photography, few names have endured for as long and few have left as significant of an impact on the medium as Olympus.
Minolta: Tales of a Forgotten Camera Maker
Today, most of the consumer-grade camera landscape is dominated by less than half a dozen brands. Canon, Sony, and Nikon take the lion’s share in terms of sales and public recognition, while almost all the gaps are filled by smaller companies like Fujifilm and Pentax.
Lost Photos Taken in 1845 of Doomed Arctic Explorers up for Auction
Historic photos taken in 1845 of an ill-fated Artic explorer crew days before they set sail are to be sold via auction.
US Reconnaissance Photos Taken During World War II Revealed
A collection of 3,600 aerial photographs taken by the United States Army Air Forces (USAAF) is being shown publically for the first time.
Large Format Photographer Considered ‘Underrated’ is Finally Recognized
In her lifetime, Evelyn Hofer was underrated in photography circles mainly because she was seen as too "commercial." But, the incredible body of work she left behind is challenging this assessment.
Rare Photographs of the 1906 San Francisco Earthquake up for Auction
A rare set of photographs taken in the immediate aftermath of the 1906 San Francisco earthquake are set for auction today in California.
Presidents Who Were Photographed with Other Presidents Before They Became President
A surprising number of eventual U.S. presidents have been photographed with other presidents long before reaching office.