There are several factors to consider when it comes to choosing paper for printing. Mike Crawford explains all you need to know
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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
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…
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