15 Types of Photography: Photo Genres You Should Know

The world of photography is massive. Not only is there a litany of choices when it comes to cameras, lenses, accessories, and other equipment, but photographers also have a choice of countless genres in which to experiment. Often, photographers gravitate towards genres that are attractive to them for various reasons or that involve content that is important to them.

While it is not unusual for a photographer to restrict themselves to one or more specific genres, especially when it comes to producing work professionally, experimenting with other types of photography is a great way to increase one’s general knowledge of the field and bolster skill sets.
Let’s take a moment to explore the primary genres of photography and view some examples of each. Many more types exist, but most can be sorted under one of these primary genres.

Table of Contents

• Landscape Photography
• Nature Photography
• Portrait Photography
• Street Photography
• Architectural Photography
• Sports Photography
• Abstract Photography
• Astrophotography
• Composite Photography
• Event Photography
• Editorial Photography
• Wedding Photography
• Product Photography
• Travel Photography
•Food Photography

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