• When Is a Street Photographer Not a Street Photographer?
    by Ivor Rackham on 3rd January 2026 at 15:01

    Street photography documents contemporary life. If done well, it can be one of the most compelling genres for viewers. It is also a regularly debated genre of photography, and opinions differ on what exactly is street photography. [Read More]

  • Henri Cartier-Bresson Broke His Own Rules in Pursuit of His Famous Photo ‘Behind the Gare Saint-Lazare’
    by Matt Growcoot on 3rd January 2026 at 13:01

    It is arguably the most famous street photograph ever taken. Shot in 1932, Behind the Gare Saint-Lazare embodies Henri Cartier-Bresson's mantra, the decisive moment. However, the iconic photographer had to break his own strict rules to make it happen. [Read More]

  • The Vanishing Local Newsrooms Where Photographers Barely Exist
    by Matt Growcoot on 3rd January 2026 at 12:01

    Photographer Ann Hermes calls her project Local Newsrooms a love letter to community journalism, but it’s also an important documentation of a fast-disappearing industry. [Read More]

  • 2025 Was the Year of the Photographic Experience
    by Jeremy Gray on 2nd January 2026 at 22:37

    There are so many fantastic, capable digital cameras available these days. Nearly every new camera from all the major manufacturers can take great photos, has reliable autofocus, and offers a competitive feature set. Ultimately, the biggest differentiator between most cameras is the experience of using them. 2025 delivered many new cameras that not only provide a great experience, but a different one that celebrates the act of photography itself and what it means to capture photos. [Read More]

  • Didn’t Get What You Wanted for Christmas? These Deals Will Help
    by Kate Garibaldi on 2nd January 2026 at 20:17

    Didn’t quite unwrap the camera gear you were hoping for under the tree this year? The good news is that the best time to upgrade is often right after the holidays, when major discounts open up on serious photography equipment. [Read More]

  • What Happens When You Put Big Lenses on the Tiny Kodak Charmera?
    by Jeremy Gray on 2nd January 2026 at 18:14

    The Kodak Charmera keychain camera has been a smash hit. Sold in blind boxes, the 1.6-megapixel retro-styled toy camera was one of the biggest photo gifts of the holidays. However, straight out of the box, its capabilities are arguably a bit lacking, thanks in large part to its tiny built-in lens. That's where expert camera modifier James Warner, or Snappiness as he's known online, comes in. What would happen if you gave the Kodak Charmera a better, bigger lens? [Read More]

  • Using Natural Frames to Take Better Photos
    by Spencer Cox on 3rd January 2026 at 03:44

    When I'm composing photos, I'm always searching for natural frames - elements in the scene that act as a border around the photo's edges. Natural frames can provide structure to a photo's composition and, critically, make it feel more deliberate. Today, I'll explain what natural frames are and how to find suitable natural frames for your photos.

  • Recommended Shutter Speeds for Bird Photography
    by Libor Vaicenbacher on 2nd January 2026 at 05:18

    Modern digital cameras come packed with countless advanced features. Yet, despite all this progress, the most fundamental camera settings have remained unchanged since the dawn of photography. Of course, I’m talking about your exposure settings: aperture, ISO (or film sensitivity), and shutter speed.

  • Printing Your Photos: An Artist’s Statement Against Ephemerality
    by Massimo Vignoli on 30th December 2025 at 00:23

    As a nature and wildlife photographer, much of my work revolves around patiently waiting. I often wake up very early and might spend whole days concealed in a hide, ride for miles on a jeep, or trek to an ideal location—all in hopes of capturing a singular, dramatic moment. Perhaps it is a leopard mid-leap, lions courting, an ibex poised on a foggy ridge, or a giant polar bear eating. Or just a moment of color and light on the landscape.

  • Photography News: Looking Back at 2025 with the Photography Life Team
    by Libor Vaicenbacher on 28th December 2025 at 23:06

    I hope you're all having a relaxing holiday season. This week didn't bring much news in the photography world, so let's take some time instead to look back on 2025 for some inspiration as we journey into 2026.

  • Merry Christmas & Happy Holidays from Photography Life!
    by Spencer Cox on 24th December 2025 at 21:35

    On behalf of the Photography Life team, I'd like to wish all of our readers a wonderful holiday season spent with friends, family, and loved ones. May the rest of your 2025 and the New Year be filled with good times and great photos.

  • Peak Design Pro Lite Tripod Review
    by Libor Vaicenbacher on 23rd December 2025 at 23:02

    The original Peak Design Travel Tripod made some serious waves when it launched five years ago. One sign of its success? Not long after its release, the market started to fill with models suspiciously inspired by its design. More recently, Peak Design built on that momentum by introducing three larger, more robust siblings. Today I’ll take a closer look at the smallest of the trio — the Peak Design Pro Lite.

  • 27 Brilliant Photos Of Fireworks That Will Make You Want To Master Long Exposure Photography At Night
    by Dahlia Ambrose on 1st January 2026 at 13:00

    It is the New Year and it is a time when there are stunning fireworks everywhere around the world. You may have watched the fireworks and even captured some amazing shots, but if not, here are some brilliant photos of fireworks that will inspire you to master the art of long exposure photography at night. The post 27 Brilliant Photos Of Fireworks That Will Make You Want To Master Long Exposure Photography At Night appeared first on Light Stalking.

  • Do You Shy Away From Night Time Photography? Follow These Tips To Start Your Photography Journey At Night
    by Dahlia Ambrose on 31st December 2025 at 13:00

    When capturing photos at night, we have to rely on artificial lights from the city or town - this could be the lights from buildings, street lamps, shops, etc., or natural light from the moon if it is more than 50 or 60% illuminated. In this article, we have put together a few resources that will give you ideas on what and how to photograph at night. The post Do You Shy Away From Night Time Photography? Follow These Tips To Start Your Photography Journey At Night appeared first on Light Stalking.

  • Cultural Landmarks, Film Noir, Mono Moods And More – The Weekly Community Roundup
    by Dahlia Ambrose on 29th December 2025 at 13:00

    Welcome to our weekly community wrap-up.  It's been another amazing week on the Light Stalking forums with great photography by the community and the discussions in the forums have been engaging and very inspiring in the recent weeks. We've had more members joining the community the last few weeks, making the forum experience even more exciting. The weekend photography challenge from last week was “Cultural Landmarks” and members came up with their creative interpretation of the theme by capturing very interesting shots – some of them are shared below. The post Cultural Landmarks, Film Noir, Mono Moods And More – The Weekly Community Roundup appeared first on Light Stalking.

  • Check Out These Interesting And Useful Rules In Photography
    by Dahlia Ambrose on 25th December 2025 at 01:00

    There are no rules in photography, only guidelines - but, there are times when we photographers may need a quick reference or a setting to capture something on the field. For example, capturing a landscape, photograph the moon, starting to photograph the night sky, especially the milky way, or setting out in street photography. The post Check Out These Interesting And Useful Rules In Photography appeared first on Light Stalking.

  • Festival Colors, Creative Aperture, Negative Space – The Weekly Community Roundup
    by Dahlia Ambrose on 22nd December 2025 at 13:00

    Welcome to our weekly community wrap-up.  It's been another amazing week on the Light Stalking forums with great photography by the community and the discussions in the forums have been engaging and very inspiring in the recent weeks. We've had more members joining the community the last few weeks, making the forum experience even more exciting. Here is the Photo Of The Week that is judged by Federico every week. This week's photo of the week is by Stefanie Markham. The post Festival Colors, Creative Aperture, Negative Space – The Weekly Community Roundup appeared first on Light Stalking.

  • November 2025 Photo Contest Winners: The Power Of Scale
    by Rob Wood (Admin) on 19th December 2025 at 13:00

    We're happy to announce the winner of November's competition, “The Power Of Scale.” Tersha posted a photo that is a partial silhouette and one that is a great example of scale in photography. The image has a unique type of visual weight where the person is facing the right part of the frame, but feels balanced by the structure. Also, one can notice the feeling of "alone" in the photo and the composition emphasizes the emotion. The post November 2025 Photo Contest Winners: The Power Of Scale appeared first on Light Stalking.


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