Links
On Collecting
This booklet is intended as a reference tool for those with an interest in collecting fine art photography. The goal is to answer common questions and to provide a resource for future insight, information and understanding.
George Eastman House forum that enhances communal understanding of the photographic print.
A quarterly journal and a monthly newsletter, the Photograph Collector, which presents news and information about the photography art market.
Susan Todd-Raque's guide to collecting photography, with Ten Points to Remember, a comprehensive glossary of terms and list of buzzwords.
Information from a Metropolitan Museum of Art special exhibition.
Blogs
The latest happening news, places and events in the art world, mostly in New York City.
A progressive blog dedicated to visual politics, the analysis of news images and the support of “concerned” photojournalism.
A blog by the Catherine Edelman Gallery to provide viewers with information about the gallery artists, the Chicago art scene, and photography in general.
A venue for thoughtful discussion of vintage and contemporary photography via reviews of recent museum exhibitions, gallery shows, photography auctions, photo books, art fairs and other items of interest to photography collectors.
Evan Mirapaul is a photography collector and enthusiast. His hope is that his blog will help him continue down the path of learning more about the photographic world, and will encourage others to share his passion for the art.
Mary Virginia Swanson's blog offers creative, branding and marketing advice to photographers and to help them understand essential elements of a career as an visual artist.
Dean Brierly interviews the men and women who are shaping the parameters of — from old school to new generation, traditional to cutting edge.
James Danziger has been involved in photography for a long time. His blog is a record of photographs (and a few other things) that have captured his attention.
Magazines
An online magazine dedicated to highlighting the best of contemporary fine art photography in the UK and beyond.
An online documentary photography magazine devoted to publishing new long-term project work.
Launched by Magnum photographer David Alan Harvey in 2008 with the intent to provide a platform for emerging photographers both online and in print.
Features cutting edge documentary photography portfolios from emerging and established artists.
An online photography magazine featuring contemporary photography from established and emerging photographers from around the world.
The purpose of FILE is to collect and display photographs that treat subjects in unexpected ways.
An on-line magazine created as a new outlet for aspiring and established photographers to show their work.
An online magazine celebrating international contemporary photography, art, media, and world cultures.
The focus is to showcase new and established photographic artists and writers from around the world and to bring awareness and debate to contemporary issues from a visual and text-based perspective.
An online photography magazine dedicated to work that successfully captures, represents, and encourages acute observation, via the photographic medium.
A website for photographers, NGOs, journalists, editors, and students to create and explore documentary websites investigating critical issues facing the world today.
A collective of photographers, writers, and like-minded people who share a compelling interest in the arts.
An online magazine focused on today’s creative photography and video. it aims to offer a singular point of view through works from emerging artists, raising current issues.
A publication that encourages the artists to participate directly in its formation by choosing which series they would like to contribute.
Auctions / Fairs
Website for the Association of International Photography Art Dealers (AIPAD). The site provides information about the annual Photography Show.
The Photographs Department offers a wide selection of 19th century, 20th century and contemporary photographs and photographic editions, which can be viewed on the website, along with auction results, illustrated catalogues, and upcoming sale information.
The Fine Photographs Department has regular sales of vintage and contemporary works. The auctions feature examples of vintage works from 1840 to 1940 by artists such as Ansel Adams, Edward Curtis, Imogen Cunningham and Edward Weston; contemporary works include examples by such artists as Baldessari, Penn, Avedon, Wegman, Cindy Sherman, Helmut Newton and Richard Misrach.
Photographs Department specializes in the sale of important works from the origins of photography to the present day. From public auctions and exhibitions to private consultation, including evaluations, appraisals and assistance in building a collection, Phillips provides advice in a professional and private environment.
photographs and photographic literature offered in New York. Auction schedule, newsletter, catalogues and prices realized online.
The Berlin based auction house Villa Grisebach, dealing in Modern and Contemporary Art, is home to the most successful German photography sale. With offices and representatives in many countries, Villa Grisebach is respected worldwide for its expertise and service in all art-related matters.
