1x is an online photo gallery and social network. What makes 1x different from most other photo sites is that every photo displayed has been hand picked by a professional curator. Only 1/20 photos uploaded are published, which has resulted in a gallery of world class photography. Many of the exceptional photos published on 1x can be bought as premium fine art prints, delivered right to your doorstep.

Photographers published on 1x benefits from wide exposure with thousands of views on every photo. Magazines, photo agencies, galleries and big multinational companies, have found photographers on 1x and we receive a lot of requests about buying photos which we forward to the photographers. Many famous photographers who don't normally participate in photo communities have joined thanks to the high standard and vast exposure. We even offer personal homepages to showcase any work not selected for the gallery.

Learning is one of our most important values. Since there are so many recognized and talented photographers on 1x, you will learn from the best. We have a unique critique forum, with especially assigned "senior critics" who provide expert feedback on your work. There is no better way for developing as a photographer than gaining honest critique on your photos. Our moderator team makes sure there is a high intellectual standard in critique and give tips about how to give feedback to others. The long, in-depth discussion at 1x, you rarely see on other sites.

1x is also a vibrant community, with an active forum where you can discuss photography or anything on your mind. We have many social tools like chat, messaging and a wall. It's a truly international community with more than 180 nationalities represented. On 1x you will make new friends from all around the globe. Many of our photographers have met each other in the real world as well on regular meet-ups and become friends for life. Click here to join, its free! http://1x.com/join