Artificial intelligence is one of the biggest factors for photographers in 2024, which inspired most trends of the past year. We have seen a number of perfectly generated images, mostly themed around human-like subjects and depicting utopian scenarios, which left a lasting impression. This year, a symbolic response to this movement is emerging from the classic photographic genre.

The biggest trend now is likely to be the creation of so-called hyper-realistic photographs that mimic the aesthetics of AI-generated images. This approach involves using ultra-high-definition techniques to create hyper-realistic images of the subject and incorporating significant elements found in generated images. This could, for example, mimic the liquid texture of skin. The trend may divide opinions but it allows photographers to re-examine the medium and use new techniques in light, composition and image processing. 

This approach will also be noticeable in another trend in 2024, in this case, minimalism. The use of negative space to abstract the reality around us is a creative approach that follows a ‘less is more’ philosophy. However, this doesn’t necessarily mean that creating images with a minimalistic theme requires any less effort or planning from the photographer. In fact, the opposite is true; the approach to the scene must be carefully considered to depict it in a minimalist way. Composition rules such as the rule of thirds, new perspectives, soft light and black-and-white techniques come into play. 

The rise of social media brought lots of aesthetic photos, with no messages behind them but, this year, photography is finding its voice again. This trend could be a reaction to the overwhelming amount of content-free photographs. They say a picture is worth a thousand words, so it is all the better to see that this power is being recognised and thought-provoking imagery is back.

Technology never stands still, with virtual reality and augmented reality technologies bringing in 360° photography. This tech is popular in advertising and wedding photography, where moments from the special day can be re-experienced or the product can be viewed from all angles.

Pro perspectives

Tell action stories

“I think the most relevant techniques in sports photography in 2024 will continue the evolution of storytelling. Audiences are compelled by the range of human emotion that sport traverses and sports photographers will be there to capture it.” – Finn O’Hara, Sports Photographer of the Year 2023, International Photography Awards

Change perspective

“I’ve always enjoyed getting the wider picture, with a preference for multiple-shot panoramas. However, more recently, I’ve also been taking shots of more intimate views, close-ups and experimenting with using a smaller depth of field to isolate the subject.” – Mik Dogherty, UK Landscape Photographer of the Year 2023 

Frame authentic

“I’m a commercial-minded photographer and the vast majority of brands want to align themselves with values such as authenticity and craftsmanship. Every action creates an equal and opposite reaction so, despite the rise of AI, genuine moments of real human interaction will, perversely, become more powerful and sought after. Real will become the new sign of luxury.” – Jon Enoch, Food Photographer of the Year 2023, Pink Lady Awards

Blur motion

“Blurred motion photography is continuing to trend as we enter into 2024. Using a low shutter speed brings a dynamic element to the photo, showcasing movement in a static snapshot. This technique is great for busy street scenes by blurring the movement of people and creating a surreal effect. It’s also become widely used in seascape and waterscape photography, as well as in sports photography, when the photographer has opted not to freeze the movement.” – Mario Tarantino, Minimalism Photographer of the Year 2023, ReFocus Awards 

AI: opportunity or threat?

AI divides the world of photography, but how do we make the most of it?

It is clear that artificial intelligence will continue to gain momentum throughout 2024. On one hand, this is exciting for photographers who are likely to see new opportunities arise as AI technology develops, but on the other, it is difficult to predict exactly how these developments will impact the photography industry. One thing is certain, photography will always find a way to adapt and capitalise on new technology. 

There are a few potential outcomes to consider. It is possible that AI technology will soon reach its peak and the industry will distance itself from it. Alternatively, new art movements may be created as photographers explore the unique possibilities offered by AI – not just to generate but to enhance their own imagery. It is clear that the industry will adapt to AI in some capacity, whether that’s to streamline existing workflows or to create new and innovative forms of art.

“With the breakthroughs in its development, AI has and will continue to impact the photography industry. AI-assisted post-production has greatly simplified photo editing as well as allowing for increased artistic expression. Not only is AI making its presence felt in post-production methods and workflows, but it is also becoming a recognised art form at the same level as photography or any other. This can be noticed in the many prestigious photo competitions nowadays that also have a specific AI category.” – Mario Tarantino

“I think we’re going back to basics and there will be a reaction away from AI and the fake.” – Jon Enoch

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Russell Frederick, a highly respected Brooklyn-based photographer, is known for his profound portrayals of the African diaspora and his beloved Brooklyn neighborhood of Bedford-Stuyvesant.

As a Brooklyn native of Afro-Panamanian heritage, Russell is a self-taught photographer with a career spanning 25 years. He began documenting the African diaspora in Bedford-Stuyvesant, Brooklyn, in 1999, after realizing his passion for photography during a black and white photography class at the International Center of Photography.

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Russell’s work has been widely exhibited in galleries, museums, and photo festivals across the United States, Europe, Africa, Asia, and Australia, including ‘Photoville’ in Brooklyn, ‘Visa Pour L’image’ in France, ‘Lodz Photo Festival’ in Poland, and ‘On the Move’ in Italy, among others. His distinctive talent for capturing the soul and resilience of his subjects has earned him numerous accolades and the respect of his peers.

Russell has also helped raise funds with his artwork for the National Association of Black Journalists and the Kamoinge-Ferman Scholarship at Columbia College in Chicago.

Despite his achievements, Frederick is currently facing a challenging period and is reaching out for support. His journey has been complicated by health issues, including a series of eye surgeries due to glaucoma, which has led to blindness in one eye and threatens his remaining vision. These health struggles have also impacted his ability to work and his financial stability.

Frederick described the situation as follows: “The past few months have been really hard due to a depression I went into after being informed last year I would need a sixth eye surgery and then experiencing a work stoppage that has put me on the verge of losing my apartment/work space.”

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He also expressed concern about broader industry challenges affecting his livelihood: “The dismantling of Affirmative Action is being felt. The increased usage of A.I. photos is also hurting my workflow. Plus budgets changing for productions. All of this has put me at a deficit and it is why I’m reaching out to you today.”

To help Frederick through this difficult time, a GoFundMe campaign has been launched to support him. Contributions to the campaign will help him catch up on rent and secure affordable housing in Bedford-Stuyvesant, allowing him to continue his important work in the community.

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Frederick is determined to remain in Bedford-Stuyvesant, where he has spent years documenting the rich history of the neighborhood. “Bed Stuy is home and I have a lot of unfinished work to do documenting the history in the neighborhood,” he stated.

Russell Frederick’s art has had a meaningful impact on the cultural landscape, and now he needs our support. We encourage readers to contribute to his GoFundMe campaign and share his story with their networks.

By coming together, we can help Russell continue his crucial work documenting the vibrant history of Bedford-Stuyvesant and the wider African diaspora.

Any entity or individual interested in licensing Russell’s work for editorial or commercial use can email russellfrederickphotography@gmail.com

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A powerful exhibition curated by the families of those who died in police custody and mental health units in the UK has launched in Glasgow.

The series will pay tribute to Sheku Bayoh and Katie Allan, two victims of the failures by emergency services which sparked nationwide protests in Scotland.

The families of Sheku Bayoh, who died after contact with Police Scotland, and Katie Allan, who died in Polmont prison, are among 18 families involved from around the UK. These include other state-related deaths dating back to the 1980s.

Father-of-two Mr Bayoh, 31, died after he was restrained on the ground by six police officers in Kirkcaldy, Fife, on May 3, 2015. His death sparked accusations of institutional racism within Police Scotland.

An ongoing public inquiry is examining the circumstances leading up to his death, the subsequent investigation and whether race had been a factor.

James Wolffe, former head of Scotland’s prosecution service, when the Crown Office decided no-one should face charges over Sheku Bayoh’s death expressed his “deep regret” over the family

Katie Allan, 21, was found dead in her cell at Polmont YOI on 4 June 2018. She was sent there in March 2018 after being sentenced to 16 months for a drink-driving hit-and-run crash. Katie was allegedly bullied during her time in Polmont and was taunted over her hair loss through alopecia. Her mental health began to deteriorate while she was in custody.

A fatal accident inquiry (FAI) will held into the death of Katie Allan, with a preliminary hearing on scheduled in July at Falkirk Sheriff Court. An evidential hearing is then expected to commence on 8 January 2025. 

Photographer Sarah Booker, and the charity INQUEST joined the families to curate SoulsINQUEST which will go on display at Platform Arts Centre in Easterhouse as part of the Glasgow International Festival of Contemporary Art.

The collaboration has been described as “an embodiment of family resistance that refuses to be silenced, misrepresented, or forgotten.”

Katie’s mother Linda said the family learned to “survive” and “fight” after she took her own life at HMYOI Polmont in Falkirk in June 2018.

Katie, 21, was serving a 16-month prison sentence after being convicted of a drink-driving offence that injured a 15-year-old boy.

Her parents Linda and Stuart Allan, who have campaigned tirelessly since her death, remember her through a concept photograph of the family standing on the beach as they look ahead to an endless blue ocean where Katie’s ashes are scattered in Camusdarach, on the West Coast of Scotland.

Linda said: “Almost six years have passed since we last saw our daughter in life. We have learned to survive, and we have learned to fight. There are still moments that simply take our breath away still aftershocks.

“To speak and share Katie’s life, who she was, and what she might have been was so cathartic, allowing us to trust and to share our ‘sacred spaces’ with Sarah. So often when a life is lost at the hands of the state, the focus is on the death, the fight for justice, the pain. SoulsINQUEST offered us a different journey, a place to share our ‘before’, to share Katie’s joy.”

Sheku Bayoh’s family share the pain suffered through the mutual death of a loved one by showcasing their artistic vision through a concept photo to pay homage to his memory.

In newly-unveiled images his sister Kadi Johnson, who has vigorously campaigned since Sheku’s death, is depicted in a portrait, which feature newspaper coverage of the inquiry into his death.

Speaking to The Independent, human rights lawyer Aamer Anwar, who represents the families of Mr Bayoh and Mr Allan said: “The exhibition represents the role of families, who in the midst of their grief are forced to set up campaigns for justice.

“Inquest central to all these family campaigns has been invaluable, there is no other organisation that fights on the frontlines like they do. But at the heart of the photo exhibition is the love that drives these families to seek justice.”

Deborah Coles, Director of INQUEST, said: “Families bereaved by deaths in state custody and care face lifelong struggles against indifference, denial and impunity.

“The exhibition poses a challenge to all those who view it: to be moved as they bear witness to each story, and to be inspired to stand with these families in their continued struggles for truth, justice, accountability and societal change.”

Sarah, the photographer who collaborated with the families, said: “Through photography and text, 18 families have wrestled with symbols. Symbols which honour their loved ones, killed by institutions that failed to protect them. Symbols which are conduits and connectors between those who have passed and those who loved them dearly.

Lee Laurence was only 11 years old when his mother Cherry, was shot and left paralysed from the chest down after armed police broke into her Brixton home in 1985. This sparked the 1985 Brixton riots and in 2014, police apologised for the wrongful shooting. His image shows a wheelchair which represents his mother who has been disabled following the incident. 

An excerpt from the read: “11-year-old me I lay in mum’s bed, Excited about The weekend ahead. Riding down hills On my BMX bike, Learning new tricks The simple things I liked. Safe in her arms Is what I remember, But everything changed 7am, 28th of September. Another loud bang! I jump startled in disbelief. Mum lying bloodied on the floor. Faintly whispering I cannot breathe,”

Former President Donald Trump will no longer be able to pose for cameras in the New York City courtroom at the center of his hush money trial.

Due to a photographer violating a court order preventing photos from being taken of Trump from the aisle, Judge Juan Merchan has banned photography in court for the rest of the trial.

Outside video coverage inside the courtroom is already banned, as is custom for many high-profile trials, so there will not be any direct visual source inside the courtroom, other than secondhand accounts and drawings.

Some aren’t fans of the court drawings, which have now become crucial visual sources, released so far.

There have already been several photos taken of Trump and others in this trial.

Historic photos were also taken of Trump during his arraignment last year and were among the first ever taken of him in the Manhattan courtroom.

Some don’t agree with the lack of live media coverage.

“We’re the media capital of the world, we like to think, and the fact that cameras aren’t permitted in one of our three branches of government is unacceptable,” said Democratic New York state Sen. Brad Hoylman-Sigal, who sponsored a bill to try to change that.

“It’s one of the most consequential trials of our modern age,” the senator said. “I think the public has a right to see exactly what happens in that courtroom.”

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Trump’s hush money trial continues on Thursday with more critical testimony from porn star Stormy Daniels — testimony that left Trump fuming on Tuesday and causing him to curse in court.

Those remarks were pointed out by Merchan, and he labeled them “contemptuous,” given they could intimidate those in the court.

Canon has launched their Canon x Best Buy Teen Tech Center Photo Contest that will run until May 31 2024. 

With the theme of ‘Environment’, all 12 winners will all receive a $500 gift card.

Canon has teamed up with Minnesota-based technology retailer Best Buy, and the competition is exclusively open to members of the Best Buy Teen Tech Center, a 501(c)(3) which supports teenagers to have access to technology. 

To enter, parents and legal guardians need to submit the Best Buy Teen Tech Center member’s photo by 31 May. 

The photos must be taken with a digital camera with a lens – pictures taken with cell phones and AI images will not be accepted. 

Other rules and specifications include:

• Photos must be large JPEG files
• Photo should be named as “FirstName.LastName” Example: Heather.Krut.jpeg 
• The contest is open to all Best Buy Teen Tech Center members
• Each participant can submit one photo
• All submitted photos must have been taken by the person submitting them
• Photos must be taken from a digital camera with a lens – no cell phone photos, NO AI
• Winners will be decided by a panel of Canon judges

All eligible submissions will be judged on the basis of theme (25%), composition (25%), proper exposure (25%), and autofocus (25%). 

The competition, which is the brainchild of Canon USA technical specialist Heather Krut, is hoping to encourage more teenagers to take up photography, and appreciate the world around them.

The competition defines the theme of the environment as, “a surrounding or condition in which a person, animal, or plant lives or operates. Participants can interpret the theme from their perspective. It must fit the environment theme but can be as broad or specific as you’d like. Home environment to the outdoor environment or focusing on something specific within those environments.”

We believe the best Canon camera overall is currently the Canon EOS R5. 

If you’re just starting out in photography here are our recommendations for the best cameras for beginners. 

If you love shooting wildlife and the environment, check out our guide to the best cameras for wildlife photography. 

A team of Canadian and US researchers are using X-rays to revive the images that were captured in the 18th century on the earliest form of photography—Daguerreotypes.

Their breakthrough demonstrations have taken artifacts tarnished beyond all recognition and turned out stunningly clear images of the individuals whose portraits were captured all those years ago.

Tson-Kong Sham, the lead scientist on the project from Western University of Canada, patterned with the National Gallery to acquire Daguerrotypes that were completely tarnished for research that would involve using a synchrotron X-ray device to draw out certain elements present on the Daguerrotypes.

Daguerreotypes are one-of-a-kind, positive images made on thin sheets of silver-plated copper exposed to iodine, making the plate photosensitive upon the formation of silver iodide, Sham and his colleagues write in their paper, published in the Journal of Cultural Heritage. 

Later variations utilized alternative halogens, such as chlorine, bromine, or a combination, to increase the sensitivity of the surface to light. The photosensitive plate is mounted in the lightproof interior of a camera; then the lens cap is removed, exposing the plate to light which results in photolysis and eventually an image in silver halide particles. An application of mercury seals the image and is the most important step.

Introduced in 1839, this new method of image-making quickly captured public interest and was sought-after until the mid-1850s, when it was gradually replaced with paper photographs.

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In their study using a synchrotron X-ray emitter, the scientists could tune the energy delivered to a threshold known as the absorption edge. At this stage, the core electrons absorb the X-rays at abruptly higher levels, and the molecule emits the energy back as an X-ray characteristic of the element.

Targeting compounds like silver, mercury, or chloride, they can re-create, pixel by pixel, the image on a Daguerroptype that is completely tarnished.

The results can be seen in the photos they released of the Daguerrotypes they tested: and promise a whole new way of exploring the intimate details of our ancestors’ lives. Many museums hold collections of these images which have completely or partially degraded.

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“Revealing images that seemed lost forever is what’s most exciting,” Sham told Science Alert. “We get a glimpse of people living in the 19th century that we wouldn’t have otherwise and learn about their history and culture.”

What’s more, this technique can also be used to get additional details out of all kinds of materials of scientific interest, such as fossils or artifacts of metal or wood, and Sham says it can be used really in “all walks of science.”

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