Philcollinsphoto — Essays on Celebrity Photography, Visual Culture, and the Long Conversations Between Camera and Subject

The year in review
Yearbook 2026
  • 186 Entries this year
  • 9 Departments covered
  • 1 Year running
Top of 2026

The ten that defined the year.

Curated by the editors. Numbered. Worth re-reading.

  1. 01

    Concert Photography Roadmap

    Master the dynamic world of concert photography with a practical roadmap covering essential gear, access strategies, shooting techniques,…

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  2. 02

    Entertainment Photography Glossary

    Master the essential terminology of entertainment photography, from venue access and technical lighting to critical legal and business…

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  3. 03

    Photo Editing Workflow

    An optimized photo editing workflow is essential for businesses to efficiently process and deliver high-quality images, ensuring brand…

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  4. 04

    How to Archive Old Photos

    Learn how to effectively archive old photos, covering digitization, file organization, robust storage solutions, and physical preservation techniques…

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  5. 05

    Photography Ethics Guide

    Master photography ethics to build trust, protect your reputation, and navigate complex legal and moral considerations in image…

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  6. 06

    How to Photograph Celebrities Respectfully

    Master respectful celebrity photography by understanding legal boundaries, employing discreet technical methods, and upholding professional ethics for.

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  7. 07

    How to Create a Photo Portfolio PDF

    Learn how to create a professional photo portfolio PDF that effectively showcases your work, attracts clients, and serves…

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  8. 08

    How to Cover Local Artists

    Learn practical strategies for publishers and marketers to effectively cover local artists, from identifying talent and crafting compelling…

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  9. 09

    Best Entertainment Blogs

    Navigating the vast and dynamic landscape of entertainment blogs requires a strategic approach for SEO professionals, marketers, and…

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  10. 10

    How to Caption Concert Photos

    Learn how to caption concert photos effectively, enhancing discoverability, driving engagement, and providing crucial context across digital platforms.

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By department

Best of each desk.

III

Best of Automotive / EV

18 entries
Looking back

From the archive.

Honourable mentions

Eight more worth your time.

The archivist

Who keeps the yearbook.

Archivist

Phil Collins Photo — *essays on the photographs that shape how we see public figures*.

Most writing about celebrity photography is gossip-shaped. Most writing about photography is technical. The conversation in between — what photographs of public figures actually do, what they reveal, what they conceal — gets less attention.

What you find here are essays moving between specific images and the broader visual culture they participate in. Considered rather than viral. Engaged with the photographs as photographs.

  • 1 year on file
  • 186 entries archived
  • 9 departments
Topics covered
  • Portraiture
  • Visual culture
  • Celebrity
  • Photographers
  • Iconic images
  • Reflections

— — Eva

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