8131 Media has announced a new partnership with PokerNews, the world’s leading poker media outlet, naming 8131 Media as the Official Photography Partner of PokerNews.
Through this collaboration, 8131 Media will provide professional photography coverage across PokerNews’ global live reporting operations, capturing the defining moments, key personalities, and compelling stories that shape the game of poker. The partnership combines PokerNews’ extensive editorial reach with 8131 Media’s proven expertise in high-quality visual storytelling.
8131 Media photographers have previously delivered official photography and media support for some of the industry’s most prestigious poker tours, including the World Series of Poker, World Poker Tour, North American Poker Tour, and the RunGood Poker Series. The team is widely recognized for producing consistent, premium imagery while operating in fast-paced, high-pressure live tournament environments.
“High-quality photography is a crucial part of how we tell the story of live poker, and 8131 Media has consistently demonstrated an ability to capture the moments that matter most,” said Shirley Ang, PokerNews Senior Global Live Events Manager. “With PokerNews covering events around the world, it’s essential that we work with partners who understand the demands of global live reporting. This partnership strengthens our ability to deliver best-in-class visual coverage wherever our team is on site.”
Tana Karn, Talent Manager at 8131 Media, highlighted the importance of documenting poker at the highest standard. “Poker deserves to be documented with the same respect and intention as any major professional sport. Through photography, we strive to preserve the moments that matter—the pressure, the pride, and the passion. We are proud to partner with PokerNews to help bring those stories to life.”
This partnership reinforces PokerNews’ ongoing commitment to innovation and world-class coverage, while providing players, fans, and partners with a richer visual experience from poker events around the world.
