What image will define the 2024 election
The image that encapsulates the essence of the 2018 election in the United States stretches beyond mere pixels on a…
Horst fashion photography seamlessly blends art and commerce
Horst P. Horst, a prominent figure in the world of fashion photography, epitomizes the seamless fusion of artistry and commercialism…
Portrait of Hemi Pōmare as a young man: how we uncovered the oldest surviving photograph
In the realm of historical exploration, there are moments when a single image can transform our understanding of the past.…
Capturing the world’s most photographed woman in life and death
In the heart of Paris, where the Seine whispers secrets to the city’s ancient stones, lies Père Lachaise Cemetery. Among…
The photographer, the island and half a million lifejacket
In the vast expanse of the Aegean Sea lies a tiny island, unnoticed on many maps, yet etched deeply into…
Trump’s mug shot is now a means of entertainment and fundraising
In the realm of contemporary American politics, few figures have captured the public imagination quite like Donald Trump. From his…
Generative AI is a minefield for copyright law
Generative AI, with its ability to autonomously create content ranging from text to images and music, has undeniably revolutionized various…
‘Napalm Girl,’ myths distort the reality behind a horrific photo of the Vietnam
The Vietnam War was a tumultuous period in history, marked by intense conflict and widespread suffering. Amidst the chaos, one…
How photographs argue for human rights
In the realm of human rights advocacy, photographs serve as powerful tools to convey the urgency and significance of various…
How photography – and phrenology – helped make Abraham Lincoln president
In the mid-19th century, the American political landscape was marked by a unique blend of emerging technologies and pseudoscientific beliefs.…