“Sandhill crane flight team air show,” Bronze Award Winner in the Creative Imagery category. Wei Lian Photographically speaking, birds reign supreme here at PopPhoto. We just finished covering the 13th annual Audubon Photography Awards, and now we’re back with another stunning gallery of avian life. The 2022 Bird Photographer of the Year awards showcase majestic… Continue reading From majestic migrations to bullish brawls, these are the Bird Photographer of the Year winners
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Using the magic of reflections to elevate your photography
In Namibia, Marsel van Oosten captures the mirror image of a springbok, pausing to drink at a watering hole in the afternoon light. On a snowy morning on Lake Kawaguchiko, Loic Lagarde captures the perfect reflection of Mount Fuji in the still water. And at Germany’s Rakotzbrücke Devil’s Bridge, Kilian Schonberger photographs a fairytale setting… Continue reading Using the magic of reflections to elevate your photography
Why Northern and Southern Hemisphere seasons matter in Licensing
A few years back, Aldi Australia released a Christmas commercial set in a small, snow-blanketed Scandinavian village. The spot followed Johan, a young man returning from a trip to Australia with stories of a warm Christmas, complete with surfing and summer foods. While the elders of the village were skeptical, they eventually came around to… Continue reading Why Northern and Southern Hemisphere seasons matter in Licensing
New England Guide: Best Things to Do in Cape Cod & Martha’s Vineyard
“There’s a sunrise and a sunset every single day, and they’re absolutely free. Don’t miss so many of them.”― Jo Walton New England Guide Relax your shoulders, close your eyes and fill your lungs with that refreshing, salty sea air… the Cape in Massachusetts is home to some of the country’s best beaches and is a… Continue reading New England Guide: Best Things to Do in Cape Cod & Martha’s Vineyard
$4000 in prizes to be won this World Photography Day
Hey Photographers! This one’s for you. No matter where you live or what your skill set is you’ll have a chance to win one of seven amazing prizes this World Photography Day (or month as we’re calling it). Starting today and running until September 17, you can submit your photos to “Around the World in… Continue reading $4000 in prizes to be won this World Photography Day
Nomad Contributor: Julien Mordret
Julien has been into panoramic photography for more than eight years. Whenever Julien travels, he brings back many panoramas, which he publishes to 360Cities. Thanks to his nomadic soul, we can enjoy 360º images of the archipelago of Raja Ampat (West Papua, Indonesia), and the Sultanate of Brunei on Borneo Island among other wonderful locations.… Continue reading Nomad Contributor: Julien Mordret
Just look up: Reader-submitted sky and space Photos of the Day
Delfino Ramirez We’ll admit, we’ve been pretty spacey around here lately—but not in the actual sense of the word. Between the James Webb Space Telescope’s first enthralling images and a rare planetary alignment, we’ve been spoiled by photographs that are out-of-this-world. And that’s why a theme about sky and space seemed fitting. This week’s winners… Continue reading Just look up: Reader-submitted sky and space Photos of the Day
How to be a conscientious travel photographer: Creating thoughtful images with Susan Portnoy
The Tiger’s Nest monastery in Bhutan. Susan Portnoy So, you’re packing your bags—and your camera—for a little summer vacation. It’s only natural that you’ll want to document your trip, but, what’s the point of taking pictures at popular destinations when millions of others are, too? PopPhoto chatted with award-winning travel photographer Susan Portnoy of The… Continue reading How to be a conscientious travel photographer: Creating thoughtful images with Susan Portnoy
How to boost your searchability and ultimately your sales potential
According to researchers, 75% of search engine users never scroll past the first page of results. But it can be tough to get onto that first page—a recent study from Ahrefs revealed that a whopping 90.63% of web pages get no traffic from Google search results. There are a few reasons why this might happen,… Continue reading How to boost your searchability and ultimately your sales potential
Hawaii-based photographer captures ethereal photos of rare planetary alignment
In addition to being a practical location that rises above the fog, Mauna Kea holds much cultural significance. Photographer: Andrew Richard Hara / Producer: Greg Scott Earlier in the summer, a dazzling planetary alignment took place, showcasing Mercury, Venus, the Moon, Mars, and Saturn across the night sky. According to Sky & Telescope, the last… Continue reading Hawaii-based photographer captures ethereal photos of rare planetary alignment