
Kalum Carter
Kalum is a photographer, filmmaker, creative director, and writer with over 10 years of experience in visual storytelling. With a strong focus on photography books, curation, and photo editing, he blends a deep understanding of both contemporary and historical works.
Alongside his creative projects, Kalum writes about photography and filmmaking, interviewing industry professionals, showcasing emerging talent, and offering in-depth analyses of the art form. His work highlights the power of visual storytelling, fostering an appreciation for the impact of photography.
Latest articles by Kalum Carter

Obsbot named official camera and webcam partner for the Esports World Cup 2025
By Kalum Carter published
News The Esports World Cup 2025 is the biggest event on the e-sports calendar, and Obsbot has just been announced as an official sponsor

I never thought I'd want a light stand as much as I do the new Harlowe Rocket!
By Kalum Carter published
News Harlowe levels up the humble light stand!

Arts university lecturer awarded landmark US$22,000 grant for new photography book project
By Kalum Carter published
News Photographer Tim Sullivan wins major Finnish funding for cross-cultural photography project exploring post-Soviet identity in Finland

These 5 Japanese philosophies changed the way I approach street photography
By Kalum Carter published
Opinion I highly recommend that street photographers watch this YouTube video by Toshiki Yukawa

Xiaomi showcases the power of mobile photography at Photo London 2025
By Kalum Carter published
News 'Humanity: Emotions in Focus' explores emotional storytelling through the lens of the Xiaomi 15 Ultra

I've never owned a drone, but the DJI Mavic 4 Pro might just change that!
By Kalum Carter published
Opinion Thinking of getting into drone photography or video? The new DJI Mavic 4 Pro might be the perfect all-in-one solution for creators

This new Sennheiser wireless microphone is ideal for solo content creators
By Kalum Carter published
News Sennheiser launches a new 1-channel wireless microphone and 32-bit float firmware update

Oppo launches 2025 Photography Awards with expanded vision and record-breaking prizes!
By Kalum Carter published
News Submissions are now open for one of the world’s most dynamic mobile photography competitions, with eight diverse categories and a global jury led by Alec Soth

WildPhotos returns: A one-day gathering for nature photography’s leading voices
By Kalum Carter published
News WildPhotos is back and it's heading to London!

Leica rolls out mass firmware updates for ALL its recent camera models
By Kalum Carter published
News Leica updates its camera lineup to comply with new EU regulations, a forward step toward improved sustainability

Is it a bird? Is it a plane? No, it's Martin Parr!
By Kalum Carter published
News Experience the birth of the world's most famous photography agency in an entirely new way – a graphic novel!

Nikon issues minor but important firmware update for the Z30 mirrorless camera
By Kalum Carter published
News A new firmware update from Nikon fixes an important software bug for the Z30

Zed Nelson’s award-winning wildlife photography project holds an unsettling mirror to the way humans interact with the natural world
By Kalum Carter published
News Experience Zed Nelson's award-winning The Anthropocene Illusion in a new photography book released later this month

As an aspiring filmmaker, the Sony Future Filmmaker Awards 2025 shortlist blew me away
By Kalum Carter published
News From powerful documentaries to bold animation and fiction. This year's Sony Future Filmmaker Awards showcase a global wave of emerging talent and a glimpse at the future of cinema

Sir David Attenborough turns 99 and gifts us his most visually powerful ocean film yet!
By Kalum Carter published
News At 99, Sir David Attenborough delivers his most vital message yet - the Ocean can recover if we let it!

Sony discreetly launches a new FX3 camera...but not the one fans were expecting
By Kalum Carter published
NEWS The Sony FX3a will feature an improved LCD screen and a new USB-C interface

Korn's 30th anniversary show captured with the help of 200 fans using Blackmagic's camera app
By Kalum Carter published
News Blackmagic showcases the power of its free camera app by putting it in the hands of 200 metalheads!

Why I’m starting to choose JPEG over RAW
By Kalum Carter published
Opinion I've started doing something I never thought I would do – shoot in JPEG!

"I very much believe that the future of entertainment will be immersive!" – We speak to award-winning filmmaker and series director of Apple TV's 'Adventure', Charlotte Mikkelborg
By Kalum Carter published
Interview I sit down with award-winning filmmaker Charlotte Mikkelborg to discuss all things immersive storytelling, as well as her latest project 'Adventure', now streaming on Apple TV+ for the Apple Vision Pro

I watched an immersive 8K movie on the Apple Vision Pro, now I’m completely hooked!
By Kalum Carter published
Opinion I think it's only a matter of time until there is an immersive content boom; we just need the technology to keep up!

Fashion photography icon Paolo Roversi showcases stunning unseen work in a new photo book
By Kalum Carter published
News Fashion photography icon Paolo Roversi is celebrated with a stunning new photography book published by Thames & Hudson

Here's something you might not know about Canon
By Kalum Carter published
News Canon has just been awarded a prestigious Platinum rating for its sustainability impact, placing it in the top 1% of companies worldwide!

National Portrait Gallery launches its first immersive exhibition, bringing iconic portraits to life
By Kalum Carter published
News Check out some of history's greatest portraits in a brand new immersive exhibition from the National Portrait Gallery
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