Photography

We watched in silence as the two orangutans, a mother and her child, prepared themselves for an encroaching rainstorm.While the air grew thicker, the mother — whom the local guides had nicknamed Minah — led her child toward the canopy and into a nest she had built earlier that day. Then, collecting vines and leaves,…

At the onset of the coronavirus pandemic, with travel restrictions in place worldwide, we launched a new series to help transport you, virtually, to some of our planet’s most beautiful and intriguing places.This week, after 40 installments, we look back at some of the highlights — from hat-making workshops in Ecuador and the wilds of Alaska…

With the summer weather finally in full swing, it’s time to get outside! After having spent more of the last year indoors than ever before, most people can’t wait to get out and make the most of the sunshine and the blue skies.  And to make up for lost time, why not maximise your enjoyment…

How often do you look — really look — at the world around you? Below, we offer five photography assignments that challenge students to do just that, all inspired by The New York Times visual series The Take.In this series, The Times asks photographers to explore different cultural themes through images — for example, to…

Regardless of what age you are, September brings with it that “back to school” feeling. The summer is over and your bodyclock starts gearing up to go back to work. But you can also harness and direct that “back to school” energy towards more recreational ends. September is a great time to try your hand…

If you’re thinking about entering our Local Lens teen photo essay contest, here’s what we’re looking for, and a few simple steps for how to do it yourself.

Jan 20, 2019 By Philip S. Travel: there really is nothing like it. Just around the corner, a few hours in a car or a plane, something new and exciting is waiting to be discovered. Everyone has their own reason for travelling, whether it’s experiencing a new culture, taking in some beautiful views, or just…

The world of photography is constantly expanding. In today’s world with millions of pictures being shared and captured every day, there is no better time to try your hand in photography. Whether you’ve always loved the idea of being a professional photographer or just want to take your camera skills to the next level, here…

If you’re not sure how to describe what you want with keywords, use your camera or photo library to get those search results.

Dec 1, 2018 By Aminata O. – We all have to spend some of our time doing something that’s just a little boring. Sitting on a bus, writing data into a spreadsheet, cleaning the house: this is not what life is supposed to be about! Life routine is important. There are certain things we just have…