3rd entry: Recommended web pages


World in my lens is a webpage created by Piotr Kulzycki, a photographer who focuses in taking pictures of his trips around the world. It has an interactive map which allows the readers to look up where he’s been and what photos did he take in that place. Galleries of photos are split into cities he’s been to, and he arranges them in chronological order.


World press photo is a platform where expositions and professional work is posted. They arrange some competitions with several categories such as immersive storytelling or long form. If you follow their criteria everyone can participate though the quality is very high, so normally well recognized photographers win the contest. The pictures and galleries posted are very informative, and they all have a story behind.

Borrow lenses is an elaborated blog which allows the user to purchase every imaginable item related with photography. There’s a section with featured devices and you can easily find what you’re looking for by using the filter and selecting what you’re interested in. The user can also rent equipment.


Pinterest is an app where you can post your own photos and ‘pin’ the ones from other users. You can create tabloids or follow them if you prefer. Then the app itself recommends you categories based on your preferences.


Digital camera world is a web specialized in giving reviews about photography devices. They recommend magazines and give tutorials for newcomers or people interested on improving their photographic skills.



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