Digital Version Amateur Photographer 20 February 2016

Amateur Photographer 20 February 2016

Judges and winners from some of the UK’s most prestigious photographic contests share their tips for success
We look at two centenary exhibitions at the National Portrait Gallery and the Eleven Gallery in London that are showcasing the best of British Vogue photography
Adrian Clarke on how he captures the majestic beauty of our native garden birds
Norfolk’s Holkham Bay is under the spotlight – local photographer Jon Gibbs shares his tips
Renowned photojournalist Nick Danziger discusses his latest project – Eleven Women Facing War
Damien Demolder offers expert advice on improving your pictures
Michael Topham tests Sony’s full-frame mirrorless camera, the Sony Alpha 7R II on a challenging night shoot,
Michael Topham tests the Samyang 21mm f/1.4 ED AS UMC CS
A week in photography
Your letters and guess the date competition
We spotlight readers’ excellent images and how they captured them
Useful gadgets to enhance your photography, from phones to filters
Expert advice, tips, tricks and more
Roger Hicks considers… ‘Teheran’, 2011, by Newsha Tavakolian