Founded in 2014, by photographer and social entrepreneur Karen Harvey MBE, Shutter Hub supports creative photographers worldwide through community focused opportunities, including events, exhibitions, portfolio reviews, and photobook publishing.

Shutter Hub is dedicated to creating fair access to photography, making a positive impact and opening up opportunities for everyone. Recognised by many as having democratised photography, Shutter Hub continues to champion the work of photographers, providing a platform for the development of ideas and careers.

Known for leading change in how photography is shown and shared, Shutter Hub’s pioneering large-scale newspaper-print exhibitions have showcased the work of thousands of photographers from around the world, removing financial barriers and creating opportunities for a global community.

For over a decade, our Camera Amnesty supported those affected by social injustices, including homelessness, displacement and poverty, through equipment, advice and the delivery of high-quality creative projects.

Launched in 2021, our publishing house, Shutter Hub Editions, has opened up publishing opportunities, giving photographers a route into print that might otherwise be out of reach, with titles held in international archives, including the collections of the British Library and Cambridge University.

In 2025 we removed our paid membership model and made our platform open-access and available at no cost to all photographers, furthering our global impact and paving the way for further community development.

Shutter Hub was named in the 2026 NatWest SE100 Index, recognised as one of the UK’s top 100 most inspiring social businesses, delivering impact at scale and setting the standard for excellence.

Our future is our community – a growing global movement, connecting photographers across continents, proving that photography belongs to everyone.

Get involved and join our community for free today –  sign up here.