Inspiration

RAW Files Aren’t Magic: What Photographers Wish Non‑Pros Knew

Feb 20, 2026 Alysa Gavilan

Learn what RAW files really are, why non-photographers often misunderstand them, and how photographers can manage client requests effectively.

Rare White Humpback Whale Wins World Nature Photo of the Year in Tender Mother–Calf Scene

Feb 20, 2026 Dunja Đuđić

The World Nature Photography Awards 2026 winners have been announced, and this year’s top image is nothing short of breathtaking. After receiving thousands of entries…

Back to Human Connection: Is It Time to Say Goodbye to Generative AI?

Feb 20, 2026 Dunja Đuđić

My Instagram has lately been flooded with latest ChatGPT trend: caricatures of my friends and their jobs. And yet, I’m simultaneously feeling a strong push against generative AI and “AI photography.” It sounds contradictory, I know. But as AI photo generators and other tools become more available, our need for genuine connection and experiences grows bigger and bigger. I’m feeling it in the online and in-person community, and I’m loving it! At the same time, we’re rapidly becoming aware of AI’s impact on the environment, another huge topic I want to cover today.

Sony World Photography Awards 2026 Open Winners Showcase the Most Powerful Images of 2025

Feb 18, 2026 Dunja Đuđić

Sony World Photography Awards has unveiled the category winners and shortlists for its 2026 Open competition. This contest celebrates the most powerful single images captured…

Step Into the Spotlight: Take Professional Photos on Your Own Terms

Feb 18, 2026 Alysa Gavilan

Discover self-shoot photo studios where you control lighting, camera, and backdrop.

These Out-of-the-world Images were Shot with Smartphones

Feb 18, 2026 Soumyadeep Mukherjee

Smartphone astrophotography has changed dramatically in recent years. A few years ago, phones struggled to record faint stars. Today, many modern models capture the Milky…