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From portrait and landscape, to macro, architecture and more... Take a deeper look into the myriad of subjects and genres in photography with our specialist guides.

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How to take better architecture photography: 9 top tips

Professional architecture photographer Jonathan Reid shares his top tips on how you can transform your shots of the built enviornment.

Introduction to wildlife photography: part 3

Now you've learned some of the basics of wildlife photography - it’s time to get out in the field and track down some local subjects to hone your new skills!

Introduction to wildlife photography: part 2

Learn how to optimise your camera for wildlife photography and how to tackle the basics of composing a great shot, with part two of this three-part series.

How to photograph seascapes

Capturing the sea is not as straightforward as ‘regular’ landscape photography. But by following simple steps (and some safety precautions), you’ll see that your images instantly become a lot more interesting.

How to photograph landscapes in winter

Fine art landscape photographer Christian Høiberg shares his expert advice on how to to get beautiful seasonal shots in challenging conditions.

How to photograph the aurora

The aurora borealis and aurora australis – also known as the Northern Lights and the Southern Lights – are on many a photographer’s bucket list. This beginner's guide gives you everything you need to know...

How to create beautiful black & white photos

Learn how you can get that sought-after monochrome look for your images with these top tips.

7 practical tips for photographing the city

Cities offer a wealth of photography opportunities, but getting those amazing shots on the fly isn't always easy. Here's our top tried-and-tested tips to help you on your way...

Introduction to wildlife photography: part 1

When it comes to photographic subjects, the natural world has a plethora of possibilities. And once you get started in wildlife photography - you’ll soon be hooked...

7 quick tips for stunning portraits

Some of the world's most famous photographs are simple portraits - learn how you can get those stunning shots of people too.

5 expert tips for photographing the Milky Way

A beginner’s guide to shooting our home galaxy.

11 top tips for cinematic photos

The cinematic look has become an increasingly popular trend, but what does it mean for a photo to be classed as such?

5 top tips for photographing the Moon

A beginner’s guide to taking photos of our natural satellite.

A beginner's guide to astrophotography

6 top tips for taking photos of the night sky - brought to you by stargazer Jamie Carter.

A beginner's guide to macro photography

If you’re looking to get started in capturing stunning macro photos, then you’ve come to the right place...

How to correct perspective in architecture photography

Photographer Jonathan Reid shares his advice on how to correct converging lines when photographing buildings.

How to shoot the blue hour

Photographer Jeremy Flint shares his top tips on how to take images during the magical 'blue hour'.

Understanding the 7 formal elements of photography

Learn how to apply the formal elements to your compositions and transform simple subjects into extraordinary, visually stunning shots.

5 tips for shooting images for wall art

Learn about popular themes for wall art photography and everything else you should consider when creating images for wall art.

Tips for shooting the golden hour

Award-winning landscape photographer Christian Høiberg shares his top tips for taking stunning photos during the popular 'golden hour'.

How to shoot long exposures

Learn how to create beautiful long exposure shots with our guide on how to master this popular technique.

Introduction to landscape photography: the dos & don'ts

Christian Høiberg shares his expert advice on how to get started with shooting the great outdoors.

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