Get to grips with all the latest tools and updates. James Paterson guides us through the new release of Adobe’s image editor
Technique
How to get more creative abstract landscapes
An abstract approach to landscape photography yields interesting and creative images, Lynne Douglas reveals
Get better night shots of cities
Transform your cityscapes into breathtaking images by working harmoniously with ambient and city lights. Matt Parry shows you how
Location guide: Dartmoor
From vast open expanses of wasteland to ancient forests, Claire Gillo reveals why you should take a trip to Dartmoor
How to take better sea shots
The winners of this year’s Shipwrecked Mariners’ Society photo contest have been announced. We speak to the winning photographers about how they shoot all manner of seascape scenes
How to shoot aurorae, star trails and the moon
Auroras, star trails and the moon - Matty Graham shares expert tips for taking out-of-this-world shots of these popular subjects
Make your colours really stand out
Why let poor colour spoil a great shot? Martin Evening shares his colour-correction know how
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
Master the essential tools in Photoshop Elements
James Paterson explains the key commands and tools in Adobe’s beginner-friendly image editor and reveals how to make natural-looking composite photos with ease
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
Nine essential tips for photographing fireworks
Photographing fireworks is remarkably easy, but a little preparation and thinking will help you get the best shots at your local firework display
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
How to edit raw files in Photoshop Elements
Get to grips with raw photo editing using Photoshop Elements. James Paterson shares his essential guide to the tools and controls that matter the most
The secrets of photo composition
However strong your subject, your images stand or fall by the quality of the compositions. Ian Plant shares some tips for framing with impact
How to make the most of high ISOs
Dimly lit interiors where you can’t use flash or failing light outdoors can be a challenge. Steve Davey has high-ISO and gear solutions
Get sharper shots handheld
Tripods ensure sharp shots but can slow you down and make spontaneous shots harder. James Abbott shows how to keep everything sharp handheld
Keep things in perspective
Controlling perspective has its challenges. Martin Evening reveals how to combat distortions in Adobe Photoshop