International Photography Hall of Fame and Museum

09/02/2026

There’s something about Gregory Crewdson’s work that makes you stop and stay for a moment.

His photographs feel familiar, yet completely unreachable, like stepping into a scene from a dream you almost remember. The streets, houses, windows, and people all seem ordinary at first, but there’s always something beneath the surface. A tension, a silence, a question that never gets answered.

Here are 4 lessons from its work, what’s your favorite?

08/27/2026

Photographers, this invitation is for you. 📸

Photography is more than taking pictures. It’s a conversation between generations. One photographer inspires another. One image changes the way we see. One body of work becomes part of the history of the medium.

On October 3, we’re bringing that community together in Indianapolis for the 2026 International Photography Hall of Fame Induction & Awards Ceremony.

Come celebrate the photographers and visionaries who came before us.
Come meet the people making photographs today. Come connect with the next generation.

And most importantly, come be part of the photography community.

📍 Indianapolis Art Center
📅 October 3, 2026
🥂 Reception: 5:30 PM
🏆 Ceremony: 7:00 PM

Photographers, we’ll see you there.

🎟️ Reserve your spot at iphf.org/2026-ceremony

08/24/2026

Today we say goodbye to a true legend.

Jay Maisel has passed away at 95, leaving behind an extraordinary body of work and generations of photographers who saw the world differently because of him.

Jay had an incredible ability to find light, color, gesture, and beauty in the everyday. From his iconic photograph of Miles Davis for Kind of Blue to decades of personal and commercial work, his photographs didn’t just document the world, they taught us how to see it.

But perhaps his greatest legacy was the people he inspired. Jay was a generous teacher, mentor, and relentless advocate for looking harder, seeing more, and trusting your own vision.

He was inducted into the Photography Hall of Fame in 2020.

Rest in peace, Jay. Your way of seeing the world will live on through all of us who picked up a camera because you showed us what was possible.

08/21/2026

A landmark evening for photography is coming to Indianapolis. 📸

On October 3, 2026, the International Photography Hall of Fame and Indy Art Center will gather artists, collectors, curators, educators, and photography lovers to celebrate the visionaries who have shaped the medium.

Adger Cowans, legendary photographer, painter, and Hall of Fame inductee, is returning to this year’s ceremony. His extraordinary career and lasting influence on photography make his presence at this year’s celebration especially meaningful.

Come celebrate with Adger Cowans and the remarkable photographers, artists, and curators who have shaped the history of the medium.

📍 Indianapolis | October 3, 2026

🎟️ Be there for the 2026 Hall of Fame Awards. Get your tickets and join us: https://www.iphf.org/2026-ceremony

08/19/2026

🎧 Listen again to hear Elizabeth and Mark from the International Photography Hall of Fame and Museum talk with Kathy Lawton Brown about the upcoming 📷 IPHF Gala at classic1073.org/iphf-gala-2024

Photographers Elizabeth Sanjuan and Mark Braun join Kathy Lawton Brown to talk about the International Photography Hall of Fame 2024 Gala! Join IPHF on November 1, 2024, to celebrate the art of photography, honor legendary photographers, and support the future of visual storytelling. Learn more and....

08/13/2026

Founded in 1965, the International Photography Hall of Fame was established to preserve the history of photography and honor the pioneers who have shaped the art and science of the medium.

Today, the Hall of Fame recognizes more than 140 inductees and preserves an archive of 6,000+ photographs, celebrating the artists, inventors, educators, and visionaries whose work continues to inspire generations.

That tradition continues on October 3, 2026, as the International Photography Hall of Fame and the Indy Art Center welcome collectors, artists, curators, educators, and photography enthusiasts to Indianapolis for the 2026 Hall of Fame Awards, honoring this year’s distinguished inductees and celebrating photography’s enduring legacy.

08/12/2026

From the stage to the darkroom, Graham Nash has spent a lifetime shaping culture through sound and image. 📸

Best known as a founding member of Crosby, Stills & Nash and as a celebrated solo artist, Nash has also built an impressive photographic legacy.

His work has been exhibited and published internationally, while his co-founding of Nash Editions helped pioneer fine-art digital printing and expand what was possible in digital photography.

Hear from Nash in a special video as he shares his connection to photography and invites you to be part of this special evening.

🎟️ Get your tickets and learn more: iphf.org/2026-ceremony

08/07/2026

Honoring the past. Celebrating the present. Inspiring the future.

These photographs capture just a few of the unforgettable moments from past International Photography Hall of Fame inductions. Each ceremony recognizes the photographers, innovators, curators, and visionaries whose work has left an enduring mark on the history of photography.

Now it’s time to create the next chapter.

Join us on October 3, 2026, at the Indy Art Center in Indianapolis, Indiana, for the 2026 International Photography Hall of Fame Awards. Celebrate this year’s distinguished inductees alongside artists, collectors, curators, educators, and photography enthusiasts from around the world.

🎟️ Tickets are available now, secure your place and be part of this extraordinary evening celebrating photography’s enduring legacy. Iphf.org

08/04/2026

The journey continues.

We’re proud to recognize the Honorable Mention photographers from The Open Road: Endless Horizons. These remarkable images captured the spirit of exploration, adventure, and the stories found along the way.

Congratulations to all of the talented photographers whose work was selected for this year’s competition. Your creativity and vision made this exhibition truly unforgettable.

🚗 Want to see even more? Explore the complete virtual exhibition on our website to view all of the winning images, Honorable Mentions, and other selected photographs.

🔗 Visit the exhibition https://www.iphf.org/open-road-exhibition and experience the full collection.

Which image is your favorite? Let us know in the comments!

07/29/2026

🏆 The winners are in! 📸

We’re excited to announce the winners of The Open Road: Endless Horizons, the International Photography Hall of Fame’s juried photography competition celebrating the spirit of exploration, adventure, and the stories found along the journey.

Join us in celebrating this year’s winning photographers, then visit the Open Road: Endless Horizons online exhibition to view the winning images, explore the complete exhibition, and learn more about the competition.

We’ll also be sharing another post soon featuring our Honorable Mention winners, so stay tuned!

Don’t forget, you can view all of the selected images in the virtual exhibition on our website: https://www.iphf.org/open-road-exhibition

Congratulations to all of our winners, and thank you to every photographer who shared their vision with us!