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Monkeys of the Simien Mountains by Michael Runkel
Travel photographer Michael Runkel took a journey to the majestic Simien Mountains of northern Ethiopia, home to a unique species of monkey: geladas. These large, […]
Croatia’s picturesque cities are now more accessible than ever
2017 has seen Croatia’s ancient walled towns and turquoise waters become even more accessible, as airlines launched new routes to this beautiful Mediterranean country from […]
Launching Sirius – agency exclusive photography – view now!
We’re proud to launch Sirius, our new world class, agency exclusive photography collection. Whatever story you want to tell, this unique, professionally curated image content has been […]
The colours of Brazil by Alex Robinson
Having worked for many years in Brazil, award winning photographer Alex Robinson has travelled extensively across this huge and vibrant South American country, capturing its […]
Ölgii’s spectacular Golden Eagle Festival
On the remote plains of Western Mongolia, around a hundred eagle hunters gather every October to demonstrate their art at this incredible annual festival, the […]
Characterful warthogs by James Hager
American wildlife photography master James Hager photographed these characterful warthogs in Tanzania and South Africa. The strange looking creatures belong to the same family as domestic pigs. […]
Waiting for Bali’s Mount Agung to erupt
Last month tremors began on Mount Agung, Bali’s highest volcano, causing volcanologists to warn that it could erupt within a matter of hours or days. […]
Matt Parry’s South African road trip
Award-winning travel photographer Matt Parry took a three week road trip around South Africa to capture the incredible landscapes and fauna of the Eastern and […]
Season of mists and mellow fruitfulness
‘Season of mists and mellow fruitfulness, Close bosom-friend of the maturing sun’ reads Keats’ famous poem, To Autumn. With these words in mind, we created a […]
Celebrating Meskel Festival in Ethiopia
September marks Meskel, an important holy celebration in the Orthodox Ethiopian and Eritrean calendars, in which pilgrims and priests celebrate the discovery of the true […]
Introducing colour search at robertharding
Finding travel and nature content of a particular colour just got a whole lot easier at robertharding with the introduction of our new colour search […]
Gliding Galapagos penguins by Michael Nolan
Experienced robertharding wildlife photographer Michael Nolan captured these incredible Galapagos penguins gliding through the seas off their island home. The only wild penguins to live […]
Dubai’s desert wonders by Alexandre Rotenberg
While Dubai is known for its shiny, ultramodern skyscrapers and luxury shopping, reminders of its desert heritage are never far away. Travel photographer Alexandre Rotenberg […]
Ceremonial cattle drives in South Tyrol, Italy
Towards the end of summer, herdsmen carefully adorn their cows with bells and headdresses made from plants and flowers before guiding them home to their […]
Billy Stock’s Welsh odyssey
South Wales-born landscape photographer Billy Stock has been passionate about recording the beauty of his homeland since he was young. “As a teenager, I always […]
Laas Geel, eastern Africa’s best kept secret?
Intrepid travel photographer Michael Runkel visited Laas Geel, a little known ancient site that is home to some of the earliest known cave paintings in the […]
La Tomatina – the world’s biggest food fight
The world’s biggest food fight takes place in the Spanish town of Buñol every August, in which more than a hundred tons of over-the-hill tomatoes […]
Fearsome Nile crocodiles by Ann and Steve Toon
These menacing-looking Nile crocodiles were photographed by Ann and Steve Toon on several trips to South Africa. The prehistoric-looking animals are the second largest reptiles in […]
Il Palio – the world’s craziest horse race
In this frenzied horse race in the medieval Tuscan town of Sienna, bribery and corruption abound. Riders are encouraged to sabotage fellow competitors’ efforts, from […]
‘I can offer something extra to clients, a new dimension’: 360° pioneer Mark Hakansson.
In the second article in our series on 360° and VR, we talk to accomplished photographer Mark Hakansson, whose embrace of 360° has allowed him […]
The almighty rise of the city break
The UK’s Office for National Statistics has published a report revealing that Britons are taking more holidays than ever before, but that they tend to […]
Outrageous costumes at Indonesia’s Jember Fashion Carnival
The Indonesian city of Jember comes alive with riotous colour this week as its annual fashion carnival hits the streets, revealing outrageous costumes on the […]
Latest photos of Malaysia by Matthew Williams-Ellis
Our energetic and talented travel photographer, Matthew Williams-Ellis, has been touring Malaysia where he photographed sparkling cityscapes, mountains, stunning religious sites and its tasty street […]
Inspiring global stories by new signing: Mile 91
We’re thrilled to announce that Mile 91 has joined the ranks of robertharding’s global photography team. Mile 91 is a bespoke story gathering agency aimed […]
“Sometimes the most wonderful scenes will unfold in front of you”
A chat with Karen Deakin Scottish photographer Karen Deakin – a recent signing at robertharding – shoots breathtaking landscapes and stunning wildlife shots, with an eye […]
The charm of the UK by Alan Copson
Fantastic travel photographer Alan Copson has 20 years’ experience of circling the globe, working in almost 50 countries in pursuit of the perfect image. However […]
robertharding now on Adobe’s Premium Stock Collection
We are excited to announce that we now have our content on Adobe’s Premium Stock Collection, giving Adobe customers access to the highest quality travel […]
The beauty of the Amalfi coast by Eleanor Scriven
Award winning photographer Eleanor Scriven captured the legendary beauty of the Amalfi coast in this series of pictures. This incredible region, with its combination of […]
Dazzling cultural celebrations at Morocco’s Gnaoua Festival
For three days the colourful port city of Essaouira, Morocco, comes alive with music, theatre and art as the Gnaoua world music festival celebrates traditional […]
The brave new world of virtual reality
In the first of a series of posts we look at the fast moving developments of 360° and virtual reality (VR), the revolutionary image technologies that […]
Karen Deakin wins CEPIC Stock Photography Award
We’re thrilled to announce that Karen Deakin, one of our latest signings, has won third prize in the Stock Photography Award at CEPIC for her […]
Stunning kingfishers by Gary Cook
Renowned landscape and bird photographer Gary Cook captured these incredible pictures of kingfishers in the UK. These unmistakable birds hunt fish and aquatic insects from […]
The tranquil beauty of Cambodia by Alex Robinson
Dynamic travel photographer Alex Robinson recently travelled through Cambodia capturing these wonderful scenes of rural and urban life. Alex photographs regularly for British, U.S and […]
Gorillas and their babies by Frans Lanting
Inspirational wildlife photographer Frans Lanting – hailed as one of the great nature photographers of our time – took these insightful photos of gorillas and their […]
New signing – Nicky Price
We’re thrilled to have signed Nicky Price, a young travel photographer and writer from the UK who has spent the past three years crossing the globe and documenting […]
The Romería del Rocío – Spain’s largest pilgrimage
Every year in late May or early June the sleepy village of El Rocío comes to life as almost a million people join the Romería (pilgrimage) […]
A tribute to wonderful photographer Henry Wilson
We are all deeply saddened by the loss of Henry Wilson, a highly respected photographer who tragically passed away last week at the age of 57, in a cycle accident […]
Latest news from London’s buzzing photography scene
London has been at the forefront of the photography world over the past few weeks with several key industry events. We went to fotofringe, Photo London and Offprint to […]
Epic images of Patagonia by Alex Robinson
Wonderful travel photographer Alex Robinson has seen his work feature regularly in British, U.S and Asian travel and lifestyle publications, including covers for magazines including […]
Amazing tree frogs
There are over 800 species of tree frog and they come in an amazing range of colours. Their claw-shaped toes mean they are able to climb, and […]
The stunning Montenegro coast by Matt Parry
Award-winning travel photographer Matt Parry captured these beautiful images along Montenegro’s coast, including the country’s most celebrated destination, Budva, and ancient town settled since the 5th century […]
VSO changes lives in Cambodia through education
Since robertharding started working in partnership with VSO we have been distributing their wonderful images, showcasing the organisation’s important work. Among the 25 countries where their volunteers […]
Flamenco, fairgrounds and fiesta at Seville’s April Fair
Throughout this week the Feria de Abril (Seville Fair) fills this beautiful Andalucian town with dancing, fairgrounds and spectacular horse parades. The fair takes place two weeks […]
The Himalayas and beyond
A chat with Alex Treadway Driven by a passion for travel and remote cultures, and specialising in the Himalayan mountains, recent travel photography signing Alex Treadway has wowed viewers with […]
Industry insights over our 40 year journey – robertharding talks to Adobe
We were recently interviewed by Adobe about our incredible 40 year journey in the stock photo industry. We reflected on the huge challenges of the digital revolution, our unique position in […]
Get involved in Earth Day 2017
The 22nd of April is Earth Day, a global mission to build the world’s largest environmental movement, that began in 1970. More than 1 billion people […]
Francesco Vaninetti’s latest magical photos of France
Italian travel photographer Francesco Vaninetti took these magical photos of France on his recent travels. From ethereal sunsets on the cliffs to fields of bright purple lavender, we love […]
Amazing Arctic wolves by Janette Hill
Award-winning wildlife photographer Janette Hill photographed these wonderful Arctic wolves in Montana, US. Janette loves photographing nature and is passionate about the struggle to conserve our natural environment for […]
Riotous fun at Nepal’s Bisket Jatra festival
This lively festival kicks off the Nepali New Year with traditional music and rituals including the throwing of coloured powder. The biggest celebration takes place in […]
See you at fotofringe 2017
It was great to see so many of our clients attend fotofringe in London last year. The event goes from strength to strength. We will be there again […]
Taking strides with our fantastic new contributor’s portal
Our fantastic new portal for photographers has been revolutionising the way we work, and has made our recent contributor recruitment drive into a smooth and easy […]
Bluebell season in northern Europe
It’s bluebell season across the UK and northern Europe and these beautiful blooms can be found in woodlands and fields throughout April and May. Britain is home […]
Stop the churn – a new approach for the stock industry
Having listened to concerns voiced over the stock industry during the recent Photography Show, Mike Watson thinks it’s time for photographers and independent agencies to […]
Michael Nolan shoots in the lush Peruvian Amazon
Wildlife and wilderness photographer Michael Nolan has been capturing the incredible animals of the Peruvian Amazon as well as the traditional people that live in this lush […]
News and views by robertharding from The Photography Show 2017
This year’s Photography Show in Birmingham, UK, offered fantastic opportunities to catch up on the latest equipment, techniques, industry trends and new publications. Encouraging voices […]
‘Kong: Skull Island’ showcases Vietnam’s natural wonders
Jordan Vogt-Roberts, director of ‘Kong: Skull Island’ travelled the world in search of the perfect location for his movie. Vietnam won him over and the film […]
The spectacular Las Fallas festival
Today sees the spectacular culmination of one of Spain’s most famous festivals, Las Fallas. Elaborate figures up to 20 metres high will be burned, after being […]
Latest images by Landscape Photographer of the Year, Matthew Cattell
This incredible image of Brighton’s old ruined pier, photographed from within the whirl of a Starling murmuration, won Matthew Cattell the title of Landscape Photographer […]
Talking Stock with Mike Watson at the Photography Show
Our very own Mike Watson will be hosting an informal session at The Photography Show in Birmingham next Tuesday the 21st of March 2017, where professional […]
Robert’s top destinations for 2017 – Chile
In 2017 a new British Airways route from London to Santiago in Chile will make it easier for UK travellers to access this country of awesome […]
Cheetahs and their cubs by Ann and Steve Toon
These wonderful shots of Cheetahs and their cubs were taken in South Africa’s famous national parks by our favourite wildlife photographer couple, Ann and Steve Toon. Over […]
Tibetans celebrate Losar New Year Festival
On February 27th, Tibetans celebrate New year – also known as Losar Festival – by making offerings at local monasteries, eating, dancing and performing ancient ceremonies which […]
Robert’s top destinations for 2017 – Canada
Canadians are celebrating their nation’s 150th birthday this year, and with the offer of a Discovery Pass – giving free entry to it’s national parks – […]
Latest images of exploration at robertharding.com
We’ve refreshed our collection of images of exploration at robertharding.com, and it’s now easier to find the most amazing exploration photos and images. Our latest images show you […]
Magical chameleons
Chameleons: These amazing lizards are known for their ability to change colour, but they have many other interesting traits, such as long, extrudable tongues with which […]
The surreal romance of Venice Carnival
February sees Venice’s alluring piazzas and canals burst into life as they fill with carnival-goers dressed in elaborate masks and costumes. The surreal Venice Carnival ends with the Catholic […]
Robert’s top destinations for 2017 – Stockholm
Spread across 14 islands, this fashionable city will be more accessible to travellers from the UK this summer, when Monarch Airlines launch their new route […]
Majestic hawks and eagles by Janette Hill
These fantastic images of hawks and eagles were taken by our award-winning wildlife photographer Janette Hill, who is passionate about animals and nature. Janette has published […]
Chiang Mai Flower Festival in full bloom
In early February, when Chiang Mai’s tropical flowers are in full bloom, this beautiful festival fills the Thai city with colour. Flower-adorned floats make their way down […]
Laura Grier’s colourful adventures in Peru
Jet-setting travel photographer Laura Grier travelled around Peru, capturing these fabulous shots that showcase the country’s diverse terrain – from deserts, altiplano, salt flats and lakes […]
Québec’s crazy Winter Carnival
Every winter thousands of visitors flock to chilly Québec to enjoy a host of activities including a snow bath in which revellers don their swimsuits to frolic around […]
Latest images of bonding at robertharding.com
It’s now easier than ever to find amazing images of bonding at robertharding.com. Our latest photos show you friends and lovers sharing magical journeys, animals strengthening their bonds, […]
Alex Treadway’s India
Passionate travel photographer Alex Treadway captured livelihoods, diverse landscapes and fascinating people on his travels around this huge and incredible country. Alex’s work has been published in […]
Historic Coumba Freida Carnival
This series of unusual carnivals is held in different locations in the Valle del Gran San Bernardo in the Italian Alps in January and February. Revellers wear traditional […]
Incredible lynxes by James Hager
American wildlife photography master James Hager photographed these beautiful lynxes in the United States. James has been capturing amazing images of wildlife and natural landscapes since 2003 and […]
Epic skiing images
Fresh powder, dynamic summersaults and snowy mountain vistas – here are some of our favourite stock skiing photos. See more stock skiing photos
Laid-back island life in the Seychelles
This beautiful archipelago of 115 islands in the Indian Ocean is a favourite destination for honeymooners, and it’s not hard to see why – with […]
Fascinating hippos by Frans Lanting
Wildlife photographer Frans Lanting captured these beautiful pictures of the intriguing behaviour and amphibious lifestyle of these lumbering hippos in several African countries. See more […]
Spectacular New Year’s fireworks
We’re excited about the New Year’s celebrations this weekend, so here’s a selection of our favourite photos of spectacular New Year fireworks around the world. Here’s […]
Timeless Myanmar by Craig Easton
While Myanmar’s problems are not over, this incredible country is experiencing the birth of a new democratic era, attracting travellers intrugued by its unique traditional cultures and […]
Merry Christmas, wherever you are
robertharding would like to send a message of peace and goodwill to all, no matter where you are in the world.. See more Christmas stock photos
Celebrating nomadic traditions at the Sahara Festival
This lively festival takes place in the rolling dunes and stifling heat of Douz, a small town in the Tunisian Sahara. Camel and horse races, […]
Magnificent polar bears by Thorsten Milse
These incredible photos of polar bears and their cubs were taken by German nature photographer Thorsten Milse in Churchill, Northern Canada, one of the few […]
robertharding at VSO’s inspiring photo competition
We were thrilled to support VSO’s ICS photography competition this December, in which talented youth volunteers entered their best images from their time helping alleviate […]
Scenes of winter wonder
Sheltering penguins casting blue shadows, snowboarders kicking up clouds of powder, snow-petrified trees and oncoming snowstorms; here are some of our favourite winter scenes. See more […]
Ashley Cooper’s epic photobook on climate change
robertharding photographer Ashley Cooper has published this stunning book, Images From a Warming Planet. The photobook documents the wide-reaching impacts of climate change on every continent in […]
Making stock pay – our talk at Adobe Creative Jam
We were thrilled to be invited to talk at the first ever Adobe Photography Jam in London, an inspiring gathering where contemporary photographers and industry professionals come […]
Turn robertharding photos into Christmas presents at worldinprint.com
Turn your favourite robertharding images into prints or posters, to create the perfect Christmas gifts for travel and nature-loving friends and family. Just go to worldinprint.com and search […]
London’s magical Christmas lights by Fraser Hall
Fraser Hall, our roving photographer and expert Picture Editor, has shot all over the world. This week he set his sights on London’s magical Christmas […]
Beautiful images of contemplation at robertharding.com
Recent improvements to our website mean it’s easier than ever to find our most gorgeous images of contemplation at robertharding.com. From Buddhist meditation and fishermen reflecting on […]
The rebirth of colourful Colombia
With its infamous cartels and guerrilla warfare becoming a thing of the past, Colombia is experiencing a rebirth. A new wave of visitors are attracted by […]
Lemurs by Matthew Williams-Ellis
These incredible furry primates were photographed by Matthew Williams-Ellis on his recent trip to Madagascar. Lemurs are endemic to this island off the South East […]
A sneak preview of our beautiful calendar for 2017
Check out this sneak preview of some of the beautiful, seasonal travel images that feature in our new calendar for 2017! With 26 full colour photos […]
The spectacular Whirling Dervishes festival
This week, thousands gather in the ancient Turkish city of Konya to watch the spectacular annual Whirling Dervishes festival. Whirling dervishes are ascetic Muslims of […]
Buy your favourite robertharding images as posters
Want to dream about your favourite travel destinations in the comfort of your own home? Or maybe you are looking for the perfect Christmas gift for a […]
Dancing with demons at La Diablada, Peru
In Peru’s Diablada festival men parade through the lakeside town of Puno dressed as colourful demons. Some myths as to the origins of the festival point […]
robertharding presents Small World
Check out our latest video, Small World, made up of some of the fantastic footage that is coming into our agency from award winning shooters in […]
We’re proud to present Aspect magazine
We’re thrilled to present the first edition of Aspect magazine, a high quality, colour publication showcasing some of the best of our imagery on cultures, destinations, […]
A thousand words
A chat with Kav Dadfar London-based travel photographer Kav Dadfar’s eye for colour and composition – inspired by the world of advertising – has seen him […]