In 1895, when English photographer Paul Martin began making photographs of London ... wildlife photography—notably at night. In 1893, Shiras captured the first known night-time photograph ...

From striking documentary works from a time bygone to glitzy, high fashion editorial shoots and everything in between, London is an excellent city to explore if you’re a photography lover.

London by day is charming ... or just a night bus, these spots offer that rare cinematic stillness that makes you stop and feel something. So next time the city goes dark, go out.