photography

in article about the creative arts and remote learning, someone holding a mobile device with various symbols that represent different creative fields

Thinking Outside the Box to Save the Creative Arts During the Pandemic

Remote learning has presented a variety of challenges for students studying to hone their singing, dancing, film and photography skills.…

October 30, 2021

Shoot the Wife, Frame the Kids: The Steady Comeback of Film Photography

Isabella Savides, University of Pretoria

In a world that is dominated by social media and digital aesthetics, a return to the more vintage analog tradition promises a rewarding, more genuine end product.…

October 22, 2021

Surrealism is the Result of Imagination Preserved into Adulthood

Surrealism in Art and Literature Proves That the Movement Isn’t Dead

Jayni Nielsen, Pace University

The 20th century art form places an emphasis on the unconscious and highlights the creativity of adults armed with imagination.…

July 27, 2021

Illustration by Alicia Paauwe for an article on Polaroid

Polaroid Mania: Why Instant Film Is Now All the Rage

Drew Goretzka, Michigan State University

Whether it be because of nostalgia, a new market or just self-expression, the infamous grainy images have made a huge comeback — letting us know that maybe things don't always have to be picture perfect.…

February 11, 2021

Photo of Frassy Audrey wearing a large hat

‘Frassy’ Audrey Rogers Bucks Stereotypes on Instagram

Alexa Katherine Will, University of Pittsburgh

The photographer, writer and online boutique owner defies conventions while prioritizing her business.…

February 8, 2021

An illustration of Orion Carloto taking a picture for an article on her new book "Film For Her."

Orion Carloto’s ‘Film for Her’ Expresses Her Heritage and Feelings on Coming of Age

Eva McCarthy Mínguez, Stony Brook University

The poet and photographer has grown since the publication of her last book.…

November 28, 2020

‘The Times of Bill Cunningham’ Reveals the Man Behind the Camera

Alice Murphy, University of Maryland, College Park

The award-winning documentary shows the famed photographer at his most uncomfortable — in the spotlight.…

October 17, 2020

Illustration of photographing the night sky from a backyard

YouTuber Johnny Harris Taught Himself To Photograph a Galaxy From His Backyard

Megan Stager, University of Pittsburgh

And by doing so, he managed to portray the possibilities of self-motivated online learning…

August 20, 2020

5 Way To Jump-Start Your Fashion Photography Career

Gabrielle Pascal, Hofstra University

Being an aspiring professional photographer is much more than just building a portfolio. Here are some tips on how to learn more about the industry.…

August 6, 2020

Simone Biles’ Photo Shoot Sparks Criticism Over Vogue’s Lack of Diversity

Chloe Hamer, Pitzer College

The Olympic gymnast’s recent controversial Vogue cover story has revealed that the magazine has a long way to go to empower Black voices and creators.…

August 5, 2020

In article about Roland Barthes, miscellaneous music equipment

Roland Barthes Gives the Reasoning Behind Our Personal Media Tastes

Chloe Hamer, Pitzer College

The philosopher's theories of the 'studium' and the 'punctum' explains why we prefer certain creative works over others.…

July 21, 2020

Photograph by Alexandra Leese exploring gender and masculinity from series Boys of Hong Kong

Photographers Who Are Challenging Expectations of Masculinity and Gender

Michelle Young, Simon Fraser University

These artists are capturing diversity, individuality and identity through their portrayal of today’s youth.…

April 8, 2020

Why Americans Should Embrace the Chinese Water Wave Photo Trend

Vanessa Chen, Franklin and Marshall College

Creating blissfully angelic pictures is so simple that anyone can do it, at least in theory.…

June 15, 2018

The 4 Best Photo Editing Apps

Samantha Jorgens, Central Michigan University

Out of the wide variety of photo editing apps out there, here are some of the best ones to use.…

May 21, 2018

Peter DeVito Fashion Institute of Technology

Wear It Like Diamonds

Elizabeth Ivanecky, McMaster University

Inspired by the body-positivity movement, photographer Peter DeVito created a powerful photo series of unretouched images to normalize acne.…

May 1, 2018

Art Captured Through the Lens of UCLA’s Ashley Seryn

Jonathan Christian, Northwest Vista College

In an artform full of imitators, the UCLA student’s distinctive style of photography sets her far apart from her contemporaries.…

April 20, 2018

Brooke Schneider’s Artwork Exudes Southern Charm

Cleo-Symone Scott, Virginia Commonwealth University

The USC senior showcased the beauty of the South and the amazing things that female artists can accomplish with her first solo photography exhibition. …

March 29, 2018