Call us: 01444 237070

Search terms

[[{name}]]

Brands

[[{name}]]

Category

[[{name}]]

Products

[[{name}]]
[[{attributes.Price}]]

World Photography Day August 19th

 

World Photography Day 2022

World Photography Day is an internationally recognised celebration of an amazing hobby and way of life for creators from all around the world. In 2022 World Photography Day falls on Friday, 19 August and will be celebrated by enthusiasts who follow their passion and creative expression, which photography provides.

With a history dating back to 1839 World Photography Day is here to stay and for 2022 we have plenty of ways for you to participate and celebrate this historic event. Discover some of the most popular tips and tricks to advance your photography skills in subjects including astro, macro and street photography. Learn about the most popular lenses, the best photo printers and enter competitions to win some fantastic prizes. However you celebrate, Park Cameras are thrilled to be part of this incredible event and look forward to seeing your creative images.


Photography tips, inspiration and advice from our Blog

 

Tips For Getting Started In Street Photography

Tips for Getting Started in Street Photography

Some top tips for getting started in street photography, from UK photographer Robin Sinha.

Read more >>

 

Why use a 35mm lens

Why use a
35mm lens?

In this feature we look why it’s a great idea to use a 35mm lens for a huge variety of photography styles.  

Read more >>

 

How to choose the Best A3 Photo Printer

How to choose the Best A3 Photo Printer

There are a number of considerations to think about before you decide which is the best A3 photo printer to get for yourself.

Read more >>

PHOTOGRAPHY TUTORIALS & PRODUCT REVIEWS FROM OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL

 

Getting started with Astro Photograpghy

Getting started with Astro Photography

We talk about everything you need to know to get started with astrophotography.

Watch now >>

 

Getting started with Macro Photography

Getting started with Macro Photography

Macro photography can give you a glimpse into another world – we talk about what you need to get started.  

Watch now >>

 

DJI Mini SE Review

DJI Mini SE Review

We got our hands on the DJI Mini SE drone and put it through its paces.

Watch now >>

The latest competitions at Park Cameras

 

Street Photography Photo Competition

Street Photography Photo Competition

Win some fantastic prizes in our our Street Photography Photo Competition

Enter now >>

 

Win a Newell battery and charger kit

Win a Newell battery and charger kit

Your chance to win a battery & charger kit courtesy of Newell.

Enter now >>

 

DJI Mini SE Review

Spin to Win

Your chance to win some fantastic prizes as part of Canon Wildlife Week

Enter now >>

The latest events at Park Cameras

 

The Benefits Of Photographing Local Wildlife With Oliver Wright

The Benefits Of Photographing Local Wildlife With Oliver Wright

Learn tips & tricks for getting some fantastic wildlife shots in your local area with photographer Oliver Wright.

Learn more >>

 

Getting started with Macro Photography

FUJIFILM Touch & Try Day With The X-H2S

Join us in our London store where a technical expert from Fujifilm UK will give you a personal tour of the X-H2S & XF 150-600mm!

Learn more >>

 

Getting Started With Stop Motion In Photography With Solli Kanani

Getting Started With Stop Motion In Photography With Solli Kanani

Join photographer Solli Kanani in this insightful webinar to learn the skills and tricks to create your own stop motion animation.

Learn more >>

Recent Park Cameras Photo Competition Winners

 

Jo Horrocks

Jo Horrocks: 'A Tompot Blenny in his pipe home under Swanage Pier'

 

John Hanson

John Hanson: 'Rockford Common Sunrise. New Forest, Hampshire'

 

Olly Reed

Olly Reed: 'Sunset Shapes'

Recent Instagram Posts

Who started World Photography Day?

The World Photography Day celebration stems from the invention of the ‘daguerreotype' after which on August 19, 1839, the French government purchased a patent from Louis Daguerre. France declared it a gift to the world, for anyone to use without cost. Well, almost everyone. The French were still smarting from the Napoleonic Wars, and there had been a long rivalry with Britain reaching back hundreds of years, and so, they excluded Britain from the gift. British photographers had to pay a license fee to use the technique.

Fortunately for the British, around the same time, William Henry Fox Talbot had independently developed his own system, and so, the two processes evolved, at first, in parallel. Fortunately, the world is a much more peace-loving place than it was in the 1800s. Overall, despite some hiccups, we get on together much better than we did 182 years ago. Now, on August 19 every year, to celebrate that idea of international camaraderie on the anniversary of France’s generous sharing of the Daguerreotype, it’s World Photography Day.

Share:

By Park Cameras on 16/08/2022

Trade in your old equipment

Fast and easy trade in service ensures your old gear is collected efficiently and you are paid quickly! It's very simple to trade in your unwanted photography gear. Just head over to our dedicated Sell or Part Exchange page, fill out the details, and we'll get back to you with an offer for your old gear. Take the cash, or put it towards the cost of your new gear. It's up to you! Find out more