photography

noun

pho·​tog·​ra·​phy fə-ˈtä-grə-fē 

: the art or process of producing images by the action of radiant energy and especially light on a sensitive surface (such as film or an optical sensor)

Examples of photography in a Sentence

He studied both film and still photography.

Landscape photography is her hobby.

Recent Examples on the Web

Born in South London, Gabriel Moses started directing at the age of 18, making commercial work for brands like Nike while also branching out into photography, where he’s developed a distinct palette, capturing Black artists with a visual sensibility rooted in introspection and compassion. —Jeff Ihaza, Rolling Stone, 23 June 2025

And see photography from his travels and interviews at adammorganstern.com. Find Adam Morganstern on Instagram and X. Visit Adam's website. —Adam Morganstern, Forbes.com, 20 June 2025

Through it all, Vicky says her daughter’s passion for photography remained unwavering. —Simon Perry, People.com, 19 June 2025

The multidisciplinary artist, who works across photography, sculpture, painting, installation, film and sound, was grounded, warm and most interested in eschewing the politics and oft-performative pleasantries of the art world in favor of genuine connection with the community of guests. —Evan Nicole Brown, Los Angeles Times, 19 June 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1839, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing photography

• director of photography
• Kirlian photography
• trick photography

Rhymes for photography

• arthrography
• biography
• cartography
• cosmography
• cryptography
• demography
• discography
• echography
• ethnography
• filmography
• geography
• hydrography

Kids Definition

photography

noun

pho·​tog·​ra·​phy fə-ˈtäg-rə-fē 

: the art or process of making pictures by means of a camera that directs the image of an object onto a surface (as film) that is sensitive to light