February 6, 2025
Beginners guide – How to use a camera and take photos
Beginners guide on how to use a camera and take photos - after our guide to cameras and lenses, let's get started with setting up the camera and shooting
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Technique
Photography tips and techniques from professionals and industry experts to help you continue improving your work.
Whether you’re looking for wildlife photography tips or more interested in portrait photography, our articles and guides will help spark ideas for experimentation, guide you on how to capture the best light and point you in the direction of photography projects to boost your portfolio.
Popular photography tips and techniques: Action photography | Astro photography | Bird photography | Drone photography | Portrait photography tips
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February 3, 2025
Master black and white building photography
Architecture works particularly well in black and white, so don't miss these essential tips for better black and white buildings photographs from an award-winning expert
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January 31, 2025
iPhone photography: tips and tricks for better pictures
Want to get great photos with your iPhone? Amy Davies recommends these tips to boost your photography.
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January 30, 2025
Beginner’s guide to different camera types
Learn how to choose the right camera with our beginner's guide to camera types, including mirrorless, DSLRs, compacts and action cameras.
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January 27, 2025
How to use manual focus – top 20 tips
Whether you have a manual focus-only lens or want to improve your manual focussing skills generally, we can help. Learn how to focus manually with these 20 essential tips from a wide-range of photographers.
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January 27, 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 23, 2025
The best lenses for portrait photography
For perfect people pictures, the best lenses for portrait photography are essential. Andy Westlake picks the best for each system.
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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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January 14, 2025
How to capture moody monochrome landscapes
Landscape pro Jeremy Walker is your guide to capturing moody and atmospheric monochrome scenes
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January 9, 2025
Complete guide to black and white photography
Learn to visualise in black and white, choose the best subjects and edit images to look amazing - Will Cheung presents his complete monochrome masterclass.
