May 1, 2025
The best vintage lenses to get the retro look
How to get creative with a vintage lens. Tracy Calder speaks with three photographers who have mastered it, plus the best vintage lens to use
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January 24, 2025
Stag beetle fight wins top prize in close-up competition
An image of two male stag beetles battling for mating rights has been announced as the winner of the Close-up photographer of the Year competition
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January 20, 2025
Free and Cheap photo activities in 2025 for inspiration on a budget
Low-cost days out - Thankfully, the UK has hundreds of low-cost activities and resources to keep you inspired and active all year round. Tracy Calder chooses 40 of her favourites.
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December 25, 2024
Out of this World Flower Photography by Angi Wallace
Now the nights are drawing in, it’s time to try an indoor project that will keep your creative spark alight through the winter and beyond. Angi Wallace shares the secrets behind her submerged flower series…
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April 23, 2024
How to get pin-sharp close-up and macro shots
To achieve really sharp close-up and macro shots, there are some essential pointers to keep in mind. Top macro photography expert Tracy Calder shares her tips
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April 11, 2024
CUPOTY Water Challenge: close-up winners revealed!
The results of the CUPOTY Challenge: Water competition, are in! We share the winners and they share their tips with CUPOTY co-founder Tracy Calder
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March 9, 2024
Edward Burtynsky: an incredible insight into Abstraction / Extraction
To mark the opening of his new exhibition at Saatchi Gallery, London, Edward Burtynsky talks to Tracy Calder about fishing, photography, eco-anxiety and the benefits of being a perfectionist
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January 10, 2024
Close-up Photographer of the Year 5 winners announced! Plus, top photo tips
Winners of the Close-up Photographer of the Year 5 competition have been announced! Entrants share the stories and techniques behind their pictures with competition co-founder Tracy Calder
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January 2, 2024
What to photograph this year: 50 creative ideas and inspiration for 2024
There are plenty of low cost (and free) UK attractions and handy resources for photographers, Tracy Calder chooses 50 of her favourites.
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December 11, 2023
Best Online Photo Printing – Signed, sealed, delivered, they’re yours
Tracy Calder looks at 15 online photo printing labs that offer something that will elevate your Christmas gifting
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December 10, 2023
Capturing the Moment Tate exhibition review – a big flop?
The Tate Modern Capturing the Moment exhibition falls short of its goal, but at least it features great art, says Tracy Calder
