A single tree is that all that stands in a clearcut field with powerlines in the background

Portrait of a child dressed as a pumpkin

A wildlife photography caption should always include what the viewer is looking at, why it matters, where and when it was taken, but it should also explain how the photograph was made and how it was processed

Over time, it has become easier and faster to edit photographs. Now, widespread adoption of AI means that entirely fictional images that look real can now be created.

As visual storytellers, we should be aware of the responsible methods of capturing and portraying our subjects.

A wildlife photographer draws a line in the sand to deter others from getting too close to a harbor seal (Phoca vitulina) giving birth.

Responsible Photography Collective is looking for new blog contributors about responsible photography for all genres of photography

Lori A Cash gives a presentation on responsible photography for James River Week 2023 at the Tuckahoe Area Library in Henrico County, Virginia. Each of us at the Responsible Photography Collective is available to do in-person or Zoom-type presentations on responsible photography, write guest blog posts, discuss responsible photography on podcasts, or even create webinars.

Creating art as a photographer with models can be highly rewarding, but responsible photography hinges upon building healthy relationships with models and honoring their humanity. The basics of clearly communicating, practicing consent, and considering other factors for models provides a foundation of ethical practices with model photography.