Macro photography: five ways to focus your close-up shots By James Abbott Get pin-sharp macro shots every time by choosing the most appropriate focusing method for the subject.
How to create motion blur in-camera By James Abbott Learn how to shoot amazing in-camera movement images in just five minutes with this quick shoot guide.
Got a new camera? Here's how to take great shots with your bundled lens By Phil Hall, James Abbott Updated Armed with our expert tips and tricks you can get stunning results with the humble kit lens that comes with your camera.
5 things to shoot with your new camera By James Abbott If you've just got a new camera, here are five great photo ideas you can try at home.
How to shoot a photo project By James Abbott Challenge yourself to create a coherent body of work exploring a theme that interests you.
Essential Sony Alpha camera settings By James Abbott Get more from your Sony Alpha mirrorless camera with these essential tips.
How to shoot in-camera double exposures By James Abbott Inject your photography with a burst of fun by experimenting with a classic in-camera technique.
Time-lapse photography: how to capture your first time-lapse video By James Abbott Learn how to shoot time-lapse photography the easy way with this no-nonsense and easy to follow guide.
Choosing the best lenses for landscape photography By James Abbott Discover the only two lenses you’ll ever need to be able to shoot every type of landscape.
Has social media ruined photography? By James Abbott Opinion As photographers increasingly turn to social media to share images, is this phenomenon a force for good or ill?
Flash photography made easy: from simple shots to advanced techniques By James Abbott It can seem complex, but our expect guide will help you master flash photography in no time.
Headshot photography: how to take a professional portrait By James Abbott Discover just how easy it can be to take professional looking headshots.
21 essential landscape photography tips you need to know By James Abbott Updated Discover 21 techniques you need to know to become a better landscape photographer.
Smartphones vs cameras: do you still need a DSLR? By James Abbott Analysis Smartphone cameras are getting better all the time, so could they one day replace your DSLR or mirrorless camera?
Get the most from the kit lens on your new camera By James Abbott Updated Armed with our expert tips and tricks you can get stunning results with the humble kit lens that comes with your DSLR.
The 5 best gloves for photographers By James Abbott Our pick of the best gloves that will let you keep you shooting whatever the weather.
A closer look at Lightroom Classic CC's new features By James Abbott Lightroom Classic CC is a familiar face with some serious improvements under the hood.
Why every photographer needs three tripods By James Abbott Having a selection of tripods allows you to carry the most suitable, and portable, option at all times.
The A to Z of Photography: Histogram By James Abbott The A to Z of Photography Understanding the histogram and how it relates to exposure will help you become a better photographer.
The A to Z of Photography: Gimbal By James Abbott The A to Z of Photography Coming in two flavors, a gimbal is designed to keep your camera steady while it's being moved around.
10 Photoshop editing skills every photographer should know By James Abbott Read our expert guide to help you get to grips with the best image-editing software available.
The A to Z of Photography: Focal length By James Abbott The A to Z of Photography When photographers talk about the focal length of a lens, what they're really concerned with is the angle of view.
10 Lightroom editing skills every photographer should know By James Abbott Lightroom lets you edit, organize and share your images. Read our expert guide to help you get started.
The A to Z of Photography: Chromatic aberration By James Abbott The A to Z of Photography Chromatic aberration, or color fringing, is a common artefact in digital images – here's what you need to know.
The A to Z of Photography: Bokeh By James Abbott The A to Z of Photography Bokeh is a term you'll often hear mentioned in relation to aperture and depth of field. Here's what you need to know.
