Chosen by Batsceba Hardy from our Facebook Galleries and changed every Monday morning.
In today's society, recognition and appreciation have become significant to many individuals. In our group and on our website, we recognize noteworthy accomplishments such as Photo of the Week, but we do not claim superiority. We proudly display your award-winning photos in our galleries and share them with you. Although we acknowledge our imperfections, we strive to provide you with the best possible experience using our intelligent features, magazines and books. Our ultimate goal is to help you appreciate your own photography as well as that of others whilst also encouraging thought and contemplation.
Monday 14.02.26
Slavko Drobnić - Mustafa Selcuk
John Gill
Three images fit into the category of candid street portraits, each inviting us to connect with the lives of the characters depicted. We can almost hear their thoughts and place them within their respective social classes.
Some might argue that Slavko Drobnić's portrayal of marginalisation is overly bleak; however, the striking white eyes that observe us—though they may not be immediately noticeable—leave a significant impact on the photograph.
Meanwhile, the woman by Mustafa Selçuk, who is reapplying her makeup while waiting for someone, perhaps a lover, appears as if she has stepped out of a French Comedy.
The assertive English couple embodies the quintessential British experience. John Gill's images create a precise sociological map of his nation.
Monday 07.02.26
Petros Kotzabasis - Tina Mnaley
Both of these images could be frames from a film. Petros's image, so perfect and mysterious, might belong to French cinema. A story told with few words, made up of questions, sensations, and perhaps dreams. In fact, the girl in that position does not evoke anguish, but rather makes you think of an Alice lost in her world. Tina's story takes on a yellow hue, like the ochre chosen for its creation. The child is perhaps just calling someone, but that hand pointing behind him has something threatening about it.
Monday 01.02.26
Adi Adiadi – Phillip Hazell
How can it happen that photographing animals can give the impression of two societies so far apart from each other? And this time, colour and black and white are perfect.
Adi saw the scene and, with a quick shot, managed to create a small masterpiece. Philip, calmly, created his composition, giving us a strong mood.
Monday 25.05.26
Thanos Kokkinis– Rowell Timoteo
This week, I was struck by some colourful images. Rowell Timoteo’s image, if it did not feature a little girl as the subject, could be a perfect fashion photograph. I believe this was the reason that caught my attention, namely, the use of such a different canon for a photo that we might consider familiar. The little girl assigns a completely different meaning to the image: her expression, so shy, and the life buoy that transforms into an aureole. The colours are wonderful.
The red balloons by Thanos Kokkinis in the cloud-frayed sky require no explanation. We are confronted with a metaphysical image that transcends mere documentation of the visible and seeks to explore the intimate essence of reality.
Monday 18.05.26
John Gill – Simone Sanders
This week, many images caught my attention, and I chose these two because they awakened memories in me.
Gill's first image made me think of the advertising billboards of the 1940s and 1950s, when painted images were preferred to photographs. The beer brand isn't visible, but our imagination can expand the images — that's a fact. In any case, it is a completely different image from all the others, which only a great photographer can capture.
Sander's image made me think of Ghirri's landscapes and reminded me of this quote from the famous photographer: 'Photography is a formidable visual language to be able to increase this desire for infinity that is in each of us.' Many of Sander's works convey this same intention.
Monday 11.05.26
John St – Frank Stevens
This week, I found myself completely captivated by a photographic genre that has long fascinated me: the art of the photographer who becomes invisible before the world they observe. This genre often showcases nocturnal landscapes, where the quiet stillness of the night is broken only by the warm, inviting glow of windows. Behind these luminous panes, lives unfold, each story a fragile whisper that can only be imagined by the observer.
I vividly recall those cherished childhood moments spent in the back seat of our car during long drives home from family holidays, especially on those dark nights. As we travelled, I would gaze out at the twinkling lights of my city, each glowing window sparking my imagination as I crafted intricate tales about the lives within. Some things, it seems, never truly change—my fascination with these glimpses into unseen worlds remains as strong as ever.
As I was saying, this week I came across two particularly striking images. In both photographs, I noticed an external couple—a subtle yet poignant detail that added a layer of narrative. Moreover, both images boast a perfectly curated colour palette, blending hues that complement the night's mood and enhance the overall atmosphere of each tableau. The contrasting colours of the illuminated windows against the deep blacks of the night sky create a visual harmony that captivates the eye and invites deeper contemplation. It’s a reminder of the beauty in the stories hidden within each window, waiting for someone to look more closely and imagine the lives behind the glass.
