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Close-up of colorful microcrystals in a purple and pink textured surface, showcasing intricate shapes and structures under electron microscopy

This image shows something you wouldn't expect to see – and it's among the winners of this year's Wellcome Photography Prize

By Kim Bunermann published

INSPIRATION Let's discover the three category winners – honored for powerful images exploring human experience and science, highlighting today's issues from around the globe

INSPIRATION
GuruShots - Travel Stories July 2025

GuruShots - Travel Stories

By Sponsored published

We teamed up with online photo game GuruShots to showcase the very best images from the latest 'Travel Stories' competition.

SPONSORED
A small sailing boat with a mirrored reflection in the water, shot in low light conditions at dusk. The sky is a vivid pink and provides a good contrast against the blue water

Don't let your best shots go unseen: 8 photo contest open calls for photographers of all levels, from July to January

By Kim Bunermann published

COMPETITIONS From landscapes and street to architecture, portraits and beyond – these international photography competitions are calling for your images

COMPETITIONS
AOP 2025 Student Awards

Association of Photographers celebrates 40 years of emerging talent by announcing the 2025 Student Award winners

By Kalum Carter published

News This year’s top prize goes to Ritchie Elder for his powerful portrait series exploring faith in Edinburgh

News
2025 Panda Awards

Blue-chip giants and new voices lead the 2025 Panda Awards nominations

By Kalum Carter published

News The 2025 Panda Awards celebrate the best in wildlife filmmaking, from sweeping epics to urgent short-form stories

News
08. Drag queens attending a “Medusa Realness” event (Queer Party and RecordLabel), the first drag tour party after the Covid 19 lockdown. Chengdu, Sichuan, China 2023. From the series “The Rise of Queer Underground Party Culture in China”

The Leica Oskar Barnack Award 2025 Shortlist reveals the epitome of photographic storytelling

By Kalum Carter published

News A shortlist of 12 photographers has been announced for the Leica Oskar Barnack Award 2025, showcasing powerful and timely stories

News
GuruShots - Mostly Black July 2025

GuruShots - Mostly Black

By Sponsored published

We teamed up with online photo game GuruShots to showcase the very best images from the latest 'Mostly Black' competition.

SPONSORED
A vibrant, close-up view of the sun, showcasing its fiery surface texture and solar flares against a warm orange background

Ever seen a 300,000-mile solar prominence eruption? This stunning image is shortlisted for the ZWO Astronomy Photographer of the Year

By Kim Bunermann published

NEWS Explore the jaw-dropping astro images shortlisted for this year's competition, and let's guess who might take home the ultimate title

NEWS
Black and white travel portrait of cormorant fisherman on lake against backdrop of hills, Model in robe backlit against balcony window, and Studio portrait of model with white, purple and green flowers in hair

Do you agree with this AI judge? Real photos rated by a robot in Excire photography competition

By Mike Harris published

News Excire lets an AI judge handle its “People in Focus” Photography Competition, which features real photos; the results are in!

News
A sleek shark swims amidst a swirling school of fish, creating a dramatic contrast in the serene blue-green waters

These mesmerizing marine shots earned a pro drone pilot the coveted Aerial Photographer of the Year title

By Kim Bunermann published

NEWS The International Aerial Photographer of the Year Awards celebrate stunning bird's-eye-view imagery. Let's discover the gear and story behind the winning shots

NEWS
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