Technique

Lens filters – how to use them properly

Filters are a failsafe way of getting great landscape and travel shots in-camera. James Abbott shares some essential filter tips for perfect exposures every time

Get better HDR shots

A mere mention of high dynamic range (HDR) is enough to make many run a mile, but with careful use it can look great, reveals James Abbott

Why Serif’s Affinity is a serious Photoshop rival

At a fraction of the cost, can Serif’s image editor really rival Photoshop? James Paterson explores some of the key features

Lightroom shoot-out: Classic vs CC

Does the new version of the much-loved Lightroom editor have the edge over its Classic companion? James Paterson weighs the pros and cons of each

How to create selections in Photoshop

Martin Evening gives a quick class on stress-free ways to create selections in Photoshop

How to get great autumn macro shots

The leaves are turning, fungi are sprouting on the forest floor, and wildlife is hoarding food – autumn is the perfect time to refine your macro skills, says Tracy Calder

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Not About Much For a good Few weeks from now November 15, 2018
Carted Dave off to hospital tuesday- we got in there about 8.20 pm and I finally got home about 5.20 this morning then just couldn't sleep He's in the HDU (one step down from the ICU) I didn't get much sleep as you can imagine About 4 I got a call from a nurse called […]
How many photos pa do you consider to be good? November 15, 2018
I am trying to put together a photobook of my 2018 photos but being fussy I am struggling to get to the 100 required. Probably a reflection on my lack of availability, but do others have this problem? I have also taken less photos this year which is surprising as I am still enthusiastic.

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Lens filters – how to use them properly

Get better HDR shots

Why Serif’s Affinity is a serious Photoshop rival

Lightroom shoot-out: Classic vs CC

How to create selections in Photoshop

How to get great autumn macro shots