The RPS Journal
Discover our stories
The RPS Journal showcases renowned and emerging photographers pushing the boundaries in genres including science, art and documentary. Uncover the stories and ambitions behind some amazing images, including this one by Los Angeles-based photographer Kristin Bedford from her series Cruise Night.
Monthly e-newsletter
Sign up to discover the best in image-making, and find out about exhibitions, events, competitions and more. The image above is by underwater fine art photographer Christy Lee Rogers.
Free sample issue
Indulge yourself in world-leading photography with a taster of the award-winning RPS Journal, free to members of the Royal Photographic Society. Discover a magical world of birds with Tim Flach HonFRPS, New York street life with Khalik Allah, and mesmerising nightscapes with Art Wolf HonFRPS. If you enjoy reading this taster issue of the RPS Journal, find out about RPS membership here.
Image credits: Tim Flack HonFRPS; Khalik Allah/Magnum; Art Wolfe HonFRPS.
Explore the archive
The RPS Journal has been published continuously since March 1853, making it the world’s oldest photographic periodical. You can search the digital archive of the RPS Journal from 1853-2018 – that’s more than 30,000 pages. So whether you’re a photo-historian, a genealogist or a member of the RPS, discover this invaluable resource.
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3 reasons to join the RPS
The RPS Journal
Join the Royal Photographic Society to receive the award-winning bimonthly RPS Journal direct to your door. You'll also have access to monthly, member-only e-newsletters to keep you up to date on incredible image-makers as well as events, exhibitions and competitions.
Qualifications
Are you ready to take the next step on your photographic journey? Then pursue our internationally renowned RPS Distinctions at Licentiate, Associateship and Fellowship levels. Or why not take a certified course with the OU, OCA, boomsatsuma or Falmouth University?
Groups and Regions
Broaden your visual horizons and meet like-minded photographers at one of our 15 Special Interest Groups including nature, travel and imaging science. Get involved with activities in your area. Our members are based across the UK and the globe.
Become a member
Join our international photographic community today. Take part in local and online workshops, forums and competitions, and receive our award-winning magazine the RPS Journal. Subscriptions are available as a gift membership. We also offer life membership.