Editorial collection

Avalon photos

Avalon is an editorial photo archive covering news, politics, entertainment and popular culture. Its photographers document political leaders and government business, including appearances at international summits and diplomatic gatherings, alongside extensive coverage of live music, from club shows and gigs by emerging bands to established acts on stage. Film premieres, red carpet arrivals and other entertainment industry occasions form a further strand, with multiple frames from each assignment offering a choice of angles and moments. Coverage is strongest in the United Kingdom, particularly London, with international material where British public figures and cultural stories travel abroad. Picture editors and publishers use the collection to illustrate political reporting, music and arts journalism, celebrity and entertainment features, listings and reviews, as well as retrospective and anniversary pieces drawing on earlier material. Images from the Avalon collection are available to license on Fast Media for editorial and commercial publishing use.