The photography world has weathered a number of profound losses in 2025. They span the full spectrum of practice, from commercial and sports photography to fine-art and documentary. Some lived past 100, witnessing a century of photographic evolution from film to digital. Others were taken from us too early, leaving us to mourn what more they might have created.
Together, they represent not just individual talents but a reminder that this medium thrives because of diverse voices, approaches, and visions. Read on to find out who they were, and why they mattered.
