mdburnette

My WP Photos lets you display WordPress Photo Directory images on your site using either: 
– the <code>[wp_photo_directory]</code> shortcode, or 
– the WP Photos Gallery block in the block editor.
Both the shortcode and block support the same settings: 
– <code>username</code>: wordpress.org username (required unless set as plugin default) 
– <code>count</code>: number of photos to display (any positive number) 
– <code>columns</code>: number of columns (1-6) 
– <code>aspect</code>: image aspect ratio. options: <code>square</code>, <code>landscape</code>, <code>portrait</code> 
– <code>size</code>: photo size from the directory. options: <code>medium</code>, <code>large</code>, <code>thumbnail</code>, <code>medium_large</code>, <code>1536x1536</code>, <code>2048x2048</code>, <code>full</code> 
– <code>random</code>: set to <code>true</code> to randomize photo selection (not only most recent photos) 
– <code>show_caption</code>: set to <code>true</code> to show each image caption/content below the image 
– <code>show_exif</code>: set to <code>true</code> to show camera EXIF metadata below each image
Example shortcode: 
 [wp_photo_directory username=”mdburnette” count=”24″ columns=”4″ aspect=”landscape” size=”large” random=”true” show_caption=”true” show_exif=”true”]
<h3>Default Settings</h3>
Admins can configure plugin defaults at Settings > My WP Photos. These defaults are used when shortcode/block attributes are not explicitly provided.
Editors can override any default at the shortcode or block level.
<h3>WordPress Photo Directory</h3>
This plugin uses the REST API provided by the WordPress Photo Directory to determine the author ID from the username and load the corresponding photo list. The directory can also be visited at https://wordpress.org/photos.
All photos are CC0 licensed. No rights are reserved, so you are free to use the photos anywhere, for any purpose, without the need for attribution.
Learn more at https://wordpress.org/photos/faq/
<h3>Accessibility and Performance</h3>
<ul>
<li>Uses semantic list markup for gallery items.</li>
<li>Includes alt text fallbacks, lazy loading, and async image decoding.</li>
<li>Caches author lookups and photo API responses with transients.</li>
<li>Supports paginated requests so larger <code>count</code> values can exceed 100 photos.</li>
<li>Includes responsive column scaling so configured columns reduce on smaller screens.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Internationalization</h3>
<ul>
<li>Includes <code>Text Domain</code> and <code>Domain Path</code> metadata.</li>
<li>Includes a translation template at <code>languages/my-wp-photos.pot</code>.</li>
</ul>

My WP Photos


Given that this is pulling data from an enormous pool, it's surprisingly fast. I really like that you can choose things like columns, count, size, etc.  Also really happy that it has both a block and a shortcode.  Well done!


Fast, resonsive, and featureful

Display your WordPress Photo Directory photos as a shortcode or Gutenberg block gallery.

Jordy Meow

Thomas

Meow Lightbox is the photographer’s choice for WordPress. Built from scratch for speed and elegance, it showcases your images beautifully while displaying EXIF data, GPS maps, and metadata—all in a clean, responsive interface.
Stop settling for bloated lightboxes that slow down your site! 😘
Meow Lightbox focuses on what photographers actually need: Beautiful Presentation and Technical Details. Choose between our custom engine or PhotoSwipe, both optimized for performance. Check out <a href="https://meowapps.com/meow-lightbox/" rel="nofollow ugc">our official site</a> to see it in action.
<h3>Core Features</h3>
📸 Responsive Design 
Looks stunning on mobile, tablets, and desktop. Images adapt to screen size for optimal viewing on any device.
🎨 Dual Lightbox Engines 
Switch between our custom Default Engine or PhotoSwipe. Both are optimized for speed and elegance, with full EXIF support.
📊 EXIF Data Display 
Show camera settings, lens info, shutter speed, aperture, ISO, and capture date—perfect for photography portfolios.
🗺️ GPS & Maps 
Display shooting location with Google Maps or Leaflet integration when GPS data is available in your images.
<h3>📸 Photography Features</h3>
Your photos deserve to shine. Meow Lightbox displays them beautifully with all the technical details photographers love.
Image Information:
<ul>
<li>Camera and Lens</li>
<li>Shutter Speed & Aperture</li>
<li>ISO and Focal Length</li>
<li>Capture Date & Time</li>
<li>Keywords and Metadata</li>
<li>GPS Coordinates</li>
</ul>
Display Options:
<ul>
<li>Responsive layout for all devices</li>
<li>Fullscreen mode</li>
<li>Zoom and pan on images</li>
<li>Keyboard navigation</li>
<li>Touch gestures on mobile</li>
</ul>
Gallery Support:
<ul>
<li>Works with <a href="https://wordpress.org/plugins/meow-gallery/" rel="ugc">Meow Gallery</a></li>
<li>Compatible with WordPress core galleries</li>
<li>Supports WooCommerce product images</li>
<li>Separate galleries mode</li>
</ul>
<h3>🎯 Lightbox Engines</h3>
Choose the engine that fits your needs best. Both are fast, elegant, and fully featured.
Default Engine:
<ul>
<li>Custom-built for photographers</li>
<li>Smooth zoom animations</li>
<li>Clean, minimal interface</li>
<li>Optimized for EXIF display</li>
<li>Glass morphism design</li>
</ul>
PhotoSwipe:
<ul>
<li>Industry-standard lightbox</li>
<li>Touch-optimized gestures</li>
<li>Smooth transitions</li>
<li>Full EXIF integration</li>
<li>Modern UI with caption support</li>
</ul>
<h3>Pro Features</h3>
<ul>
<li>Deep-Linking: Share URLs that open specific images</li>
<li>Slideshow: Auto-play through your gallery</li>
<li>Social Sharing: Let visitors share your photos</li>
<li>Animation: Beautiful open/close transitions</li>
<li>Google Maps: Display shooting locations</li>
<li>Priority Support</li>
</ul>
<h3>Why Meow Lightbox?</h3>
Performance First 
No bloat, no unnecessary features. Just clean, fast code that showcases your photos beautifully.
Built for Photographers 
EXIF data, GPS maps, and metadata display—everything photographers need in one elegant package.
Flexible 
Works with any gallery plugin or WordPress core galleries. Choose your preferred lightbox engine.
Developer Friendly 
Clean APIs, WordPress hooks, and filters. Extend it your way.
Constantly Evolving 
Regular updates based on real photographer feedback. We listen, we improve.

Meow Lightbox


Your search is over, the work Jordy is doing to make GPT useful for websites will save you so much time. I'm only just getting into the more advanced stuff, but you can bet that it's possible with GPT, then it's being worked on with this plugin. Tons of functionality in the free version. Pro I'm certain he could charge 5 times as much for, so it's the least you can do to donate to the immense calories I'm sure it takes to keep his brain working at the pace AI is developing. The world is a significantly better place already from your work, keep it up, and let us know if there's anything else we can do to help!


This is the framework every website needs


I've been looking for an easy-to-use, lightweight plugin that would allow me to control the lightbox of certain areas of content.



With its easy-to-configure panel, the plugin does wonders and improves my site's UX.



Highly recommend!


A great, easy to setup plugin!

The elegant lightbox built for photographers. Fast, responsive, and displays your photos beautifully with EXIF data and maps. You'll love it! 💕

My WP Photos vs Meow Lightbox