In the field of photography, there’s always a new development. This month Instagram made some changes to the grid and the world lost a legend, David Lynch. We hope you enjoy these articles for the month of January.

Rare Animal in California Photographed for the First Time Ever
'Photography is really important for cataloging biodiversity.'

David Lynch’s Enduring Impact on Photography
The enigmatic filmmaker behind Eraserhead, Mulholland Drive, and Twin Peaks, profoundly impacted not only cinema but also photography. His surreal Americana aesthetic, which fuses the uncanny with the mundane, has inspired countless photographers to push boundaries in composition, lighting, and subject matter.

Black and White Landscape Photos and Tips to Inspire Your Adventures
Black and white landscape photos make exceptional use of the compositional advantages of a monochromatic palette. In the absence of color, landscape compositional elements like tone, form, texture and contrast take on added significance.

Sports Senior Picture Ideas: Capturing the Athlete Within
Senior year is a defining moment in any young athlete’s life. It’s a time to celebrate their achievements on and off the field, court, or track. Whether you’re a photographer looking to deliver memorable sports-themed portraits or a senior wanting ideas to document your athletic journey, this guide is packed with creative ideas to make your sports senior pictures truly unforgettable.

Bluesky is getting its own photo-sharing app, Flashes
More good news for those looking to exit Meta’s social app ecosystem in favor of a more open alternative: An independent developer is building a photo-sharing app for Bluesky called Flashes.

7 Exhibitions to See This Winter
From Rineke Dijkstra in Berlin to An-My Lê in New York, here are this season’s must-see photography shows.

Shadow Photography: Tips and Ideas for Using Shadows in Your Photos
Photographers always have plenty to say about how to use light to capture compelling images. While light is no doubt important, it’s actually how we capture shadows, however subtle or dramatic they might be, that tends to make our photos truly interesting.

Instagram Swaps Square Profile Grids For Rectangles
Instagram users may have noticed their profile grid is now displaying their photos in rectangle format rather than square. For some photographers, the change has wreaked havoc with their carefully curated profile.

How to Change a Camera Lens in Zero Gravity
NASA astronaut Don Pettit is a prolific photographer, arguably the best to ever go to space. In a fun new video from aboard the International Space Station, Pettit shows how to change camera lenses in space, and photographers on Earth will surely be envious of Pettit’s zero-gravity conditions.

Celebrating 20 Years of LensCulture
A look back at some favorite photography, writing, and interviews from the first 20 years of LensCulture — pure inspiration from some of the best photographers on the planet!

Five Easy Things to Avoid in Bird Photography
Bird photography seems simple. You see a bird, you take its photo. But birds don’t just move – they can be in different environments and can have endless varieties of light shone upon them. All of a sudden, bird photography starts to get more complex.