Celebrate World Photography Day by showing NPR the coolest shot you’ve ever captured
For decades, World Photography Day has celebrated how a picture can often convey more than words ever could. First observed on Aug 19, 1991, the day commemorates the invention of the daguerreotype, a photographic process developed in 1837. Since then, photography has evolved into a powerful tool for storytelling. To celebrate the significance of the day, NPR invites you to share the story behind your favorite photo you have ever taken.
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