
Kalum Carter
Kalum is a photographer, filmmaker, creative director, and writer with over 10 years of experience in visual storytelling. With a strong focus on photography books, curation, and photo editing, he blends a deep understanding of both contemporary and historical works.
Alongside his creative projects, Kalum writes about photography and filmmaking, interviewing industry professionals, showcasing emerging talent, and offering in-depth analyses of the art form. His work highlights the power of visual storytelling, fostering an appreciation for the impact of photography.
Latest articles by Kalum Carter

Visually Speaking: exclusive interview with photography guru Ted Forbes
By Kalum Carter published
Interview We speak to renowned photographer, educator, and YouTuber Ted Forbes about his new photography book – 'Visually Speaking' – and what it means to make work that matters

Compact cameras make a comeback, as Panasonic conjures up new point-and-shoot digicam!
By Kalum Carter published
News Panasonic announces the Lumix ZS99 / TZ99, a compact point-and-shoot camera set to take 2025 by storm!

"A pioneering female voice in British photography" – A decade of Siân Davey's work celebrated with major exhibition at the Martin Parr Foundation
By Kalum Carter published
News Siân Davey: The Creative Body: Photographs 2014 – 2024 will showcase a decade of intimate portraits including an ongoing project

The best of contemporary street photography on display as AAP announces its competition winners
By Kalum Carter published
News 25 photographers from 11 different countries win in the AAP Street competition, showcasing the diverse nature of the genre

Buy this book! Ted Forbes redefines the how-to photography book with 'Visually Speaking'
By Kalum Carter published
News Photographer, educator, and YouTuber Ted Forbes elevates the traditional 'how-to' photography book and provides guidance on how to find your voice as a photographer

Voigtländer announces what may be the first lens of 2025 – the Nokton 28mm f/1.5 Aspherical for Sony
By Kalum Carter published
News Sony users may be the first to receive a new lens in the new year with Cosina releasing a wide-angle Voigtländer Nokton in January

CPW reopens in newly renovated New York HQ with four exceptional photo exhibitions
By Kalum Carter published
News Mary Ellen Mark's iconic 'Ward 81' project is among those to be showcased in the new CPW headquarters in Kingston, New York

The next camera I buy won't be a camera, but the Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses
By Kalum Carter published
Opinion I initially thought they were a gimmick, but now they are on my Xmas list!

A stuck squirrel gets its nut! The hilarious winning images of the Nikon Comedy Wildlife Awards are announced
By Kalum Carter published
News The Nikon Comedy Wildlife Awards never fail to amuse and this year's winners are the pick of the bunch!

Federico Clavarino captures Italy’s battle between its past and present in a haunting new photography book
By Kalum Carter published
News New edition of Federico Clavarino’s photography book 'Italia O Italia' for 10th anniversary, revisiting his portrayal of Italy’s evolving landscape and the tension between its past and present

Is the Sony FX6 the perfect tool for documentary filmmakers?
By Kalum Carter published
News Compact, powerful, and designed for storytelling – Mark Bone shows why the Sony FX6 is a favorite among filmmakers

Studying behind-the-scenes photos helped me master lighting for portrait and fashion photography
By Kalum Carter published
Opinion BTS photographs from world leading photographers can provide the best lessons in photography lighting – it's like an apprenticeship without being on set

Peak Design's new innovative outdoor backpack wins the prestigious ISPO Award
By Kalum Carter published
News Peak Design continues to push boundaries being recognized for its innovative outdoor camera bag design

Cheaper, lighter, finer, stronger – Laowa launches new series of full-frame macro cine lenses
By Kalum Carter published
News Laowa launches the Sword Series of full-frame macro cine lenses designed to balance affordability and optical quality

Joker, Barbie, and Wicked were all shot on this iconic camera – and it's celebrating its 10th birthday!
By Kalum Carter published
News A new video by Arri showcases the cinematic quality of its Alexa 65 camera system – it's hard to beat!

Profoto launches the Pro-B3 – the 'ultimate on-location flash'
By Kalum Carter published
News Profoto has just launched the Pro-B3 off-camera monolight and it's designed for adventure

The Pirelli Calendar 2025 is revealed as The Cal heads back to the beach
By Kalum Carter published
News The spectacular 2025 Pirelli Calendar photographed by New-York based fashion photographer Ethan James Green is out

Film photography gets a Hello Kitty makeover with this Retrospekt cowboy-themed camera
By Kalum Carter published
News Say 'Howdy' to analog as Hello Kitty gives film photography a playful Wild West twist

Sigma enhances autofocus performance of 9 Sony-mount prime lenses with a new firmware update
By Kalum Carter published
News Sigma's latest firmware update ensures its Contemporary prime lenses can keep pace with the lightning-fast performance of the Sony A9 III

National Science and Media Museum to reopen in January with a David Hockney photography exhibition
By Kalum Carter published
News The National Science and Media Museum is set to reopen with exciting exhibitions in 2025

"Captures every punch and shadow" – Nikon Z6 III redefines sports photography in unexpected places
By Kalum Carter published
News These jaw-dropping sports images showcase the power and versatility of the new Nikon Z6 III

Exploring the myth and reality of the American West
By Kalum Carter published
News Photographer Mark McLennan captures the intimate details of the American West in his new photography book 'No Fences'

The powerful legacy of Consuelo Kanaga showcased in new photography book
By Kalum Carter published
News A new photography book of Consuelo Kanaga's work celebrates a pioneering voice in 20th-century American photography

I reviewed this as 'The best kids' camera I have ever used' – now it's under $50!
By Kalum Carter published
DEAL The myFirst Camera 2 is now just $46.90 in the Black Friday sales, an absolute steal!

Fujifilm issues a countermeasure for multiple cameras after recent connection failures to its Remote App
By Kalum Carter published
News Connection issues between multiple Fujifilm camera models and the Remote Camera App have been reestablished via a firmware update – but not to all cameras affected
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