June 23, 2026
Three leading close-up macro photographers share their best shots – how they took them and why
One genre. Three photographers. Three standout images, each revealing how vision, timing and technique come together in a single frame.
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Macro photography
Tips and techniques on macro photography, including what is macro photography, how to shoot great macro photographs, best kit for macro photography, specific macro subjects, and everything else you might need to know about shooting great macro images.
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April 10, 2026
You will be amazed just how beautiful these pictures of death and decay are – prize-winning shots from this major competition
Everything from parasitic wasps to tree stumps and fishing spiders form part of this amazing collection from the CUPOTY Challenge Competition
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April 10, 2026
Apple made a big mistake with the iPhone Air – I’d never buy one and here’s why
There's a reason why I’d never buy an iPhone Air for photography, and here's why
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February 28, 2025
How to take great macro photos on a smartphone
Some high-end smartphones are well-equipped to tackle tiny subjects – Amy Davies discovers how you can do macro photography with a smartphone
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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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November 29, 2024
The Best Macro Photography Tips and Techniques
Close-up macro photography is great for really bringing out the detail of your subject. Colin Varndell and AP offer 15 creative macro photography tips
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November 28, 2024
Complete guide to Macro Photography – create great macro photos
Beginners guide to macro photography – what is it and how do you shoot great macro photos? Here is what you need to know.
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November 28, 2024
Focus stacking: achieve pin sharp macro shots of delicate subjects
Three experts show you how to use focus stacking in your photography and provide top tips, their favourite software and must-have kit
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October 22, 2024
I went on a photography short course at West Dean College, here’s what I learnt…
Jessica Miller joins Tracy Calder for a weekend macro photography course at West Dean College in Sussex.
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September 28, 2024
30 tips for captivating close-ups
From low light to skittish subjects, the field of close-up photography can present a number of obstacles for the uninitiated. Here, six photographers share their best tricks and tips for creating captivating close-ups
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August 9, 2024
Can a phone take macro shots? Of course! Just don’t say ‘macro’…
Your phone doesn't take (real) macro photos... allegedly. Here’s what you need to know about this technical term
