Mississippi photography

From looming ancient mountains to lush green valleys and from formidable seas to welcoming rivulets, our planet Earth is truly a breathtaking place. And while it would be beyond thrilling to visit each and every corner of our pristine habitat, taking at least a glimpse into all its bounties, it’s just impossible for most of us. But there’s nothing to be sad about as you can always look at those picturesque places and beautiful sceneries in photos! And while even the most stunning picture…

Mississippi River. Photo by Ravi Vora

A Southern photographer's haunting images from a bridal shoot and seasonal flood portray her intimate connection with the ghost town of Rodney, Mississippi.

Mississippi is home to some of the most scenic hiking trails in the South. With routes ranging from easy and family-friendly to more adventurous and challenging, our state can accommodate all those who wish to experience the great outdoors first-hand. Let Visit Mississippi be your tour guide as you plan your next hiking trip – we will recommend trails worth checking out and provide insights on some of the things you should expect on your journey.

Delta Magazine commemorates 10 years of publishing with a gorgeous coffee table book that honors the people, land and traditions of Mississippi. "The Delta: Landscapes, Legends and Legacies of Mississippi’s Most Storied Region,” edited by Melissa Townsend with a foreword by Luther Brown, compiles essays, magazine features, interviews and exquisite photos from the first 60 issues of the magazine starting in 2003.

American photographer William Eggleston (born 1939) emerged in the early 1960s as a pioneer of modern color photography. Now, 50 years later, he is arguably its greatest exemplar.

Just an hour and a half south of Memphis, Clarksdale, Mississippi, is the land where the blues began.

Mississippi River, beautiful river, dreamlike river

Brandon Thibodeaux spent eight years living with and photographing a number of families in the northern Mississippi delta, capturing their lives as they worked, played, attended church and provided for their children