Photographers
A Thief Replaced This Iconic Churchill Portrait With a Fake. Two Years Later, the Original Has Been Recovered
Investigators discovered that the original print of "The Roaring Lion" had been sold to a buyer in Italy
See 15 Stunning Images From the Ocean Photographer of the Year Awards
The winning and highly commended underwater photography spotlights breathtaking animal behavior, conservation needs and the otherworldly environment of Earth's oceans
See 13 Captivating Images From the Wildlife Photographer of the Year Contest
The highly commended shots provide a preview of the 60th annual competition, which spotlights astounding animal behaviors and the conservation issues they face
These Stunning Portraits of Insects Reveal the Intricacies of an Amazing World
Photographer Thorben Danke combines hundreds of shots to create breathtaking images of the tiny creatures
Can the Endangered Rusty Patched Bumblebee Survive?
A new genetic study reveals secrets about the creature, which may help researchers make decisions to conserve the species
These Mesmerizing Anemones Have a Glowing Layer of Protection
Marine biologists discovered that a protein that boosts fluorescent output also enables an antioxidant property
The Story Behind This Breathtaking Viral Photo of an Olympic Surfer
Jérôme Brouillet, a photojournalist with the Agence France-Presse (AFP), captured an iconic moment when Brazilian surfer Gabriel Medina celebrated after setting an Olympic record
These Alluring Images Capture the Threats of Air Pollution Around the World
Researchers combined long-exposure photography with pollution sensor data to create representations of pollution in India, the United Kingdom and Ethiopia
See Ten Creepy-Crawly Portraits From the Insect Week Photography Contest
The Royal Entomological Society’s Photography Competition highlights the wonder and diversity of the six-legged creatures that crawl, swim and fly across the planet
20 Shark Week Photos That Will Terrify and Delight You This Summer
In a collection pulled from the Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest, catch a wave with these predators of the sea
View 11 Breathtaking Images From the BigPicture Photography Competition
This 2024 showcase of life on Earth shines a light on some of our planet's most amazing species and places
Meet Vivian Maier, the Reclusive Nanny Who Secretly Became One of the Best Street Photographers of the 20th Century
The self-taught artist is getting her first museum exhibition in New York City, where she nurtured her nascent interest in photography
See Ten Awe-Inspiring Images From the Astronomy Photographer of the Year Contest
Auroras, nebulas and stars take the spotlight in this space-themed competition, alongside shots of our own sun and moon
How the Rise of the Camera Launched a Fight to Protect Gilded Age Americans' Privacy
Early photographers sold their snapshots to advertisers, who reused the individuals' likenesses without their permission
The Smithsonian Acquires the Earliest Known Photograph of an American First Lady
The National Portrait Gallery purchased an 1846 daguerreotype of Dolley Madison for $456,000
See 12 Captivating Bird Images From the Audubon Photography Awards
In its 15th year, the contest showcases diverse avian species, their fascinating behaviors and the habitats needed to keep them alive
See 15 Stunning Scenes of Summer
These highlights from the Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest will remind you of everything you love about the season
The Real Story Behind 'The Bikeriders' and the Danny Lyon Photography Book That Inspired It
A new film dramatizes the story of a motorcycle club chronicled by Lyon in the 1960s, offering a tribute to the outlaw spirit
How a Real Photo of a Flamingo Snuck Into—and Won—an A.I. Art Competition
The photographer entered the image into a contest's artificial intelligence category to "prove that human-made content has not lost its relevance"
Celebrate Pride Month With 15 Photos of LGBTQ Joy
These images from the Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest capture vibrant parades and festivals around the world
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