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3 Best Birding Lenses for Sony Photographers

<div><img src="https://www.thephoblographer.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Chris-Gampat-The-Phoblographer-Sony-400-800mm-f6.3-8-G-lens-review-product-images-2.21-50s400APO-SUMMICRON-SL-1-2-28-ASPH.jpg" style="width: 100%;" /><div>Bird photography is an exciting genre that requires a unique lens for the shoot. If you are someone who wants to invest in one, have a look.</div></div>

Bald Eagles draw photographers to region

<div><img src="https://s3.amazonaws.com/ogden_images/www.lockhaven.com/images/2026/04/24153111/Eagle-569x500.jpg" style="width: 100%;" /><div>McELHATTAN — Several times a month, Richard Allen goes on the “hunt.” Armed with his Sony a1 camera and telephoto lens, the 83-year-old retiree takes to the trails along the West Branch of the Susquehanna River near McElhatten in search of his favorite subject, the bald eagle. Photography has always been an interest and hobby […]</div></div>

Why Contemporary Photographers Are Rejecting the Camera

<div><img src="https://d7hftxdivxxvm.cloudfront.net/?height=630&quality=85&resize_to=fill&src=https://artsy-media-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/oXRN6rNJXofePQMzAJUMRQ%2Fgraf.jpeg&width=1200" style="width: 100%;" /><div>AIPAD 2026, the International Center of Photography, and galleries around New York and London are showing camera-less photography.</div></div>

Photographer Henry Horenstein: Talk & Book Signing

Renowned photographer Henry Horenstein makes a stop in St. Louis in support of his new book "Miles and Miles of Texas" and the 20th anniversary reprint of his book "Honkey Tonk: Portraits of Country Music". Event includes a book talk + short film screening + book signing. Free and open to the public. (please park on Des Peres)Henry Horenstein has taught photography at the Rhode Island School of Design (RISD) for the last four decades. His book "Black & White Photography: A Basic Manual" became t

Will Downing shows his musical photography skills in new book

<div><img src="https://soultracks.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Will-Downing-Still-Sounds.jpg" style="width: 100%;" /><div>(April 24, 2026) SoulTrackers know Will Downing the singer. But do they know Will Downing the photographer? The most awarded artist in the history of the SoulTracks Readers’ Choice Awards is indeed a man of many talents, and one of them is as a noted photographer – particularly of his musical friends. Will has now […]</div></div>

Illinois Treasurer Michael Frerichs announces 2026 Cream of the Crop Photography Contest

<div><img src="https://chambanatoday.com/wp-content/blogs.dir/289/files/2026/04/shutterstock_2688352965.jpg" style="width: 100%;" /><div>Young photographers can showcase Illinois agriculture for a chance to win Bright Start scholarships and have their images featured in Ag Invest materials.</div></div>

The Best Nikon Camera for Landscape Photographers

<div><img src="https://www.thephoblographer.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Chris-Gampat-The-Phoblographer-Nikon-z8-review-product-images-2.81-200s400-2-scaled.jpg" style="width: 100%;" /><div>Landscape photography is a blend of performance and durability. Here is a look at the Nikon camera that does it all.</div></div>

This historic landscape photographer was the "35mm Ansel Adams" – and you should know his name

<div><img src="https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/ecixkGvfp.9Czd1Ef8IYSA--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD02NzU7Y2Y9d2VicA--/https:/media.zenfs.com/en/digital_camera_world_590/3c15f8447f5397e73b0791a9056304e8" style="width: 100%;" /><div>Adams’ black-and-white landscape photography crowned him the composition king, but it’s the colorful work of Galen Rowell that truly inspires me.</div></div>

Every photographer knows the name Ansel Adams. But landscape photographers should learn from this photographer known as the “35mm Ansel Adams"

<div><img src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/hzXYsqpJyx2i4kP3g4Wh5N-2560-80.jpg" style="width: 100%;" /><div>Adams’ black-and-white landscape photography crowned him the composition king, but it’s the colorful work of Galen Rowell that truly inspires me</div></div>

Walter Chandoha Was More Than Just a Cat Photographer

<div><img src="https://www.collater.al/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Walter_Chandoha_Family_Cats_01-2-scaled.jpg" style="width: 100%;" /><div>Walter Chandoha redefined cat photography, turning everyday subjects into visual icons. A deep dive into his legacy and lasting influence on contemporary imagery.</div></div>

The Artist Gallery’s 2026 Architecture Photography Awards Revealed These 25 Stunning Images

Architecture has a way of shaping how we experience the world, and the winners of The Artist Gallery’s 2026 Architecture Photography Awards highlight just how powerful that connection can be. Bringing together photographers from around the globe, the contest celebrates striking compositions that capture both the grandeur and subtle details of built environments. From sweeping bridges disappearing into mist to minimalist structures that play with light and symmetry, the selected images reveal arc

Photographer Morris Lum Gives Chinatowns the Attention They Deserve

<div><img src="https://metropolismag.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/9781636811796_2-scaled.jpg" style="width: 100%;" /><div>His new book, Chinatowns: Tong Yan Gaai, shows large format photography taken across 16 different Chinatowns across North America.</div></div>

GoPro enters the world of professional photography with MISSION1

<div><img src="https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/f_auto,fl_lossy/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_720,w_1280/717146" style="width: 100%;" /><div>The action camera company enters a new category with a camera series intended also for professional video photographers, 8K shooting and support for interchangeable lenses.</div></div>

APSU’s Cody Hegler earns regional photography award for The All State student newspaper

<div><img src="https://clarksvillenow.com/wp-content/blogs.dir/43/files/2026/04/Cody-Hegler.jpg" style="width: 100%;" /><div>When Cody Hegler first started working as a photographer for The All State, Austin Peay State University’s student newspaper, he was his own fiercest critic - picking apart the details of every shot and finding reasons to get rid of them.</div></div>

AI Photo Culling That Understands Wedding Photography: FilterPixel Launches DeepCull

FilterPixel, a platform designed for the same-day delivery of photos, has announced the launch of DeepCull, a genre-specific AI photo culling feature designed for professional photographers who shoot high-volume events under tight delivery deadlines. The new AI culling feature goes beyond blur detection to understand the flow of a wedding day, identifying key moments, emotional ... Read more

The ScoutKit Mobile App Makes Outdoor Photography Easier With Essential Environmental Conditions Information

<div><img src="https://mms.businesswire.com/media/20260423027483/en/2783095/22/3.jpg" style="width: 100%;" /><div>SCOUTKIT, LLC launches its powerful iOS 26 mobile app designed for outdoor photographers to deliver crucial location data that really matters! ScoutKit is a ...</div></div>

A prize potato and a horse-headed scarecrow: Martin Parr's final photos are pure genius

<div><img src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ZhFYWGZwrSyahdkfJhLrt-1920-80.jpg" style="width: 100%;" /><div>The late photographer's last commision returns him to the village where photography itself was born</div></div>

Opening of the photography exhibition - Sarajevo 1992–1996 – The Longest Siege - Osservatorio Balcani Caucaso Transeuropa

<div><img src="https://www.balcanicaucaso.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2025/12/BK-134-1.jpg" style="width: 100%;" /><div>The photography exhibition "Sarajevo 1992–1996 – The Longest Siege" by Mario Boccia opened at the Muzej Devedesetih in Belgrade on Monday, December 8th. On Tuesday, December 9th, the photographer took residents on a guided tour of his most significant photographs.</div></div>

Caitlin Clark turns photographer, takes group photo of reporters at Fever media day

Reporters began arriving at Gainbridge Fieldhouse at 9 a.m. Wednesday as the Indiana Fever hosted its annual media day. Cameras were set up and ready to go at the southwest corner of Salesforce Court, one of more than a dozen stations each player would rotate through.Caitlin Clark was the second player to speak, and all eyes were on the All-Star guard. How was she feeling health-wise? What did she think of the team’s offseason moves? Would she be playing more off the ball?Clark — who is just 24

From Kodachrome to War Photographer: Your favorite shows and movies

<div><img src="https://s.yimg.com/os/en/dpreview_articles_177/504fb506037f5f2c41835ba6d00aac8e" style="width: 100%;" /><div>Our latest Question of the week asked readers what photography-related shows and movies are their favorites. You'd be surprised at how many submissions there are.</div></div>