Technique

Master natural light for stunning shots

During the course of just 24 hours the colour, intensity and direction of natural light changes dramatically, leading to countless photographic opportunities, says John Wade

Get great shots of newborns

What’s the difference between baby and newborn photography? Plenty, says leading practitioner Kristina Mack who shares a few of her trade secrets

How to get great shots in strong summer light

Don’t put your camera away when the sun is high in the sky. Learn how to control and maximise its potential, and you will be well on your way to creating images with impact, says Tom Mackie

Master natural light for stunning portraits

Professional photographers from across the globe reveal their top tips for shooting environmental portraits, documentary portraiture, weddings, action portraits and professional headshots

Get perfect colours – white balance masterclass

Guarantee perfect colours in-camera for every shot. James Abbott explains why white balance still matters

Get to grips with lighting for stunning portraits

Lighting equipment needn’t be daunting or complicated. It brings limitless opportunities for wonderful photos, says James Paterson

Beginner’s forum

How's your weather? August 25, 2019
Mine is rain followed by rain and on and on. Flooding already on the lower Islands and loss of power there too, but from the mainland somewhere. I'm just hoping our Stornoway power station is getting geared up and ready! Gales coming in later. Hope you are all keeping dry and warm!
Interesting Local Architecture August 25, 2019
Two quick snaps of this building on the Nottingham canal. It's huge, and I need to go back with the full frame camera and the 16mm lens. This is the 16mm on the APSC, and it's not quite wide enough. Corrected for angles, but otherwise just chucked here. Front and back. View attachment 93029 View […]

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Master natural light for stunning shots

Get great shots of newborns

How to get great shots in strong summer light

Master natural light for stunning portraits

Get perfect colours – white balance masterclass

Get to grips with lighting for stunning portraits