PHLEARN Magazine

Randal Ford’s photographs of animals go beyond the typical documentary-style captures. His iconic wild animal portraits are stark, striking, and even whimsical at times. Randal shares the gear he uses for his Animal Kingdom portraits.

We talk to Instagram guru Dave Krugman, who has attracted attention for his unique style of street photography. Dave’s take on New York showcases the vibrant colors and moody atmosphere of the city at times when most people are running for shelter.

We talk to Elia Locardi about his time living a nomadic lifestyle, the many changes he’s seen in the way people travel, and the impact of those changes on the environment, including the rise of selfie culture.

Photography has changed a lot over the years. There are always new concepts to learn and creative techniques to explore – and there’s no better way to do it than by picking up an inspiring book. Here are our top 20 picks for the best photography books of all time to get you started.

As a team, the Rivera family works hard to create dynamic, inspiring images that spark the viewer’s creativity, taking them back to a time of child-like magic and wonder. Vanessa Rivera tells us how she turned daily photo shoots with her kids into a successful business.

When Nirav Patel was laid off, he discovered that photography provided him a quiet solitude in a turbulent time. Now he shares the gear he uses to capture that sense of peace inside all of us.

Marcus Soriano tells stories of American cities through his lens. In a series on San Francisco, Marcus was inspired by this neon-lit window sign of a fortune teller and a poem he wrote about telling a palm reader of the doubts he faces as an artist.

While on a road trip around the western states and Canada, outdoor photographer Stephen Shelesky made the mandatory stop for any traveler at Banff National Park. Breathtaking sights expected, he was still surprised to come across this pristine scene.

Motivated by an urge to experiment and create emotional images, fine art photographer Pauline Goyard tells us how she combined three self-portraits to create one conceptual image.

Instagram is a great place for creators to market themselves. It also gives amateurs and art lovers a convenient way to explore some of the most original photos from around the world. Check out our curated list of must-follow photographers for 2019.