Understanding how your AF system works and how to avoid pitfalls will really help you get sharp shots, says Angela Nicholson
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How to avoid clichés in your photography
Bagging an iconic landscape is great for many photographers, but knowing when to explore alternatives is vital for expressing identity as an artist, says David…
How to get great lighting for your wildlife shots
The right light can make or break a shot - and nowhere is this more important than in wildlife photography, says Oscar Dewhurst
Why it’s time to change to mirrorless
Some DSLR users used to look down on mirrorless cameras, writes Angela Nicholson, but now mirrorless offers advantages that are convincing more and more
Master double exposure with film
Claire Gillo reveals how to master the art of double exposing on film using her Hasselblad
Top tips for shooting insects this spring
Andrew McCarthy shares his top tips for shooting insects this spring
Get your best-ever spring flower and foliage shots
With spring finally upon us, it's time to dust off the camera and get outdoors. Annette Lepple shares her top tips on shooting flowers and…
Top tips for striking street photography
Time to get out and capture striking street scenes. Paramedic Chris Porsz, author of four street photography books, shares his top tips
Take better woodland shots this spring
Woodland photography is all about finding order in the chaos. James Abbott explains how you can capture atmospheric shots with the minimum of effort
How to take better travel photographs
The winning images at the International Travel POTY 2018 contest are outstanding and inspiring. AP speaks to some of the winning photographers about how they…
DIY home-lighting solutions
You don't need to spend a fortune to get professional-looking results. Claire Gillo shares her DIY home-lighting hacks for those on a budget
Get the best from your home studio set-ups
Taking your photography to the next level with a studio lighting set-up at home. James Paterson shows how to get the best from your starter…
Choosing the best paper for film printing
There are several factors to consider when it comes to choosing paper for printing. Mike Crawford explains all you need to know
Top tips for better winter shots
Just because it’s cold outside it doesn’t mean your photography has to go on the back-burner. James Abbott shows how to get better winter landscapes,…
25 top tips for perfect photo prints
It’s time to get your best photos out of your cameras and phones and into the light of day. Matthew Richards offers 25 top tips…
Canon Fv Mode: user guide to what it is and how it works
Canon Fv mode arrives on the EOS R When Canon announced the EOS R last year, there was so much to cover, it was a…
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
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…
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
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