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Photomicrograph Galleries


  • "Krebs Images"

    This world class photographer (winner of the Nikon Small World 2005 competition) has made available a wide range of photomicrographs using both standard and specialized illumination techniques, such as DIC.

    This website also includes a description of the photographic and illumination equipment used, along with helpful notes on technique.
    (Charles Krebs)


  • Droplet Microscopy

    Although this website is "devoted to amateur microscopy of the Protozoa" it is a beautiful presentation of photomicrographs along with identification and classification.
    (Piotr Rotkiewcz)


  • photomacrography.net

    An online community (forum) dedicated to amateur microscopy, photomicrography, and photomacrography. This website hosts a large collection of high quality images, using a wide range of microscopes and photographic equipment.

    There are also affiliated websites:
      - photomacrography1.net, that hosts images posted prior to August 26, 2006
      - amateurmicroscopy.net, which includes articles specifically for hobbyist microscopists.


  • Introduction to Microphotography

    A wide selection of algae, protozoa and bacteria high-quality images with descriptions of the functional structures of the specimens under a microscope. Also included is an interesting discussion of the devlopment of digital photography.
    (Steven Durr)


  • Small Organisms

    Both photomicrographs and videos are used to illustrate a wide variety of organisms; including amoebas, tardigrades, gastrotricha, algae, crustacea and ciliata.

    The link to this German website is via Google's auto-translation service, with an option to view the original content.
    (Dr. Ralf Wagner)


  • "MicroImaging"

    This website gives an overview of photo-microscopy and details for illumination techniques and equipment, along with photo galleries for a wide variety of specimens.

    It also includes a comprehensive list of links to other websites for general information useful to microscopists.
    (Ron Neumeyer)


  • Portraits of Microorganisms

    Creatures with dimensions less than a millimeter, the so-called microorganisms, live in a fascinating realm for photographers to explore.

    The Micropolitan Museum , hosted by Microscope-UK/Micscape magazine, "finally exhibits these often overlooked works of art which are only visible with the aid of the microscope."
    (Win van Egmond)