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…
Expert advice
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 sell your old cameras and lenses
Old, unused camera gear can take up space and gather dust. Angela Nicholson tells you how you can turn it all into cash
Photo location guide: Tyneham, Dorset
Explore the small ghost village of Tyneham in the autumn on a chilly, foggy day, says Jeremy Walker
Get better landscape photographs
Give your landscape images an unfair advantage by camping at photogenic locations. James Abbott shares practical tips for staying in the great outdoors
Tips for better travel portraits: travel photography masterclass
People offer a fascinating insight into a destination’s culture, traditions and way of life. Matt Parry explains how to get the best out of people…
Master manual focus, exposure and flash
Modern cameras are very clever but sometimes manual exposure, focusing and flash is still the best option. James Abbott gives a manual masterclass
How to make film photography contact sheets
Making a contact sheet is one of the earliest, and simplest, methods of printing a negative. Mike Crawford explains all you need to know
Get more from mirrorless cameras: top tips
Mirrorless cameras have a few tricks up their sleeves that DSLR users might not know about. Angela Nicholson explains how to access their full potential
How to make cyanotypes: top tips
Keen to get more creative? Angela Chalmers reveals how working with the historic cyanotype process can generate really eye-catching images
Should you print your photographs at home?
When you need to print at extra-large sizes or in high volumes, home printing can become impractical. Matthew Richards heads to the lab
Essential tips for home processing black and white film
Processing your own film is a rewarding exercise and all part of the fun with black & white film photography. Matt Parry explains all
Using social media for photographers – top tips
Social media, particularly Instagram, can really help build an audience for your images. Jon Devo shares his social secrets
Are mirrorless cameras best for street photography?
Small and silent cameras have long been prized in street photography. Here’s why Damien Demolder prefers mirrorless systems for observing everyday life
Top tips for printing photos at home
The type and number of inks, and what you lay them on, can have a massive effect on photo-printing quality. Matthew Richards shows you how…
Top tips for 2018: Wildlife photography
It’s important to plan and understand your subject, reveal background texture to add context to a picture, and nail the exposure and focusing. Learn from…
Low-light photography: How low can you go?
Low light can still yield great images – landscape and travel photographer David Clapp shares his top tips and techniques
Still-life photography tips
Still-life photography leaves nothing to chance. Tim Clinch explains how to maximise the potential of this classical and underused genre of photography
Garden photography tips
Claire Takacs shares her top tips on how to get stunning images of your garden
Tips on how to shoot wildflower landscapes
Ross Hoddinott shares his top tips on how to get stunning images of wildflower landscapes