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  1. How to Take Photos of The Moon

    How to Take Photos of The Moon

    The moon has inspired many artists throughout the ages. But it’s one thing to paint it and quite another to get a good photo of it. (Trust someone who has a whole camera roll full of failed attempts.) To take good photos of the moon, you need to plan your shot very carefully. And you […]

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  2. How to Take Good Photos of Yourself

    How to Take Good Photos of Yourself

    Have you ever noticed that you look different (better) in the mirror than you do in photographs? Frustrating, isn’t it? In the hunt for that one perfect picture, we fill up our camera rolls with so many selfies destined for the discards. Surely there’s a trick we’re missing? A secret to taking the best photos […]

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  3. Get Creative with Time-lapse Photography

    Get Creative with Time-lapse Photography

    Commercial photographer Tim Platt has turned his body of personal time-lapse work into a major new exhibition Botanical Opticals. Here, Tim explains the appeal of this technique and shares some tips for achieving good results…   By Liz Hollis With his London studio closed during lockdown, commercial photographer Tim Platt began experimenting with time-lapse.   […]

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  4. How to Photograph Artwork: A Beginner’s Guide

    How to Photograph Artwork: A Beginner’s Guide

    From building your portfolio for university to selling your artwork, there are thousands of reasons you may need to photograph artwork. Maybe you’re a tattooist looking for the best way to showcase your skills, or perhaps your heart’s set on photographing artwork professionally. No matter where you’re coming at it from, if you’re worried your […]

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  5. What is RAW Photography?

    What is RAW Photography?

    As soon as you start taking your photography even semi-seriously, you’ll frequently come across the term “RAW” in various contexts. RAW files, RAW images, RAW photography – it’s a phrase that pops up all over the place. But what does it mean? Is it an acronym? Should you really be shooting in RAW? Why do […]

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  6. The Best Cameras for Instagram Photos

    The Best Cameras for Instagram Photos

    Picking up the best camera for the job can really help you become a champion of Instagram photography. And given that Insta is the place to be in the modern world for photographers, creatives and brands alike, it’s beneficial to literally everyone using the platform to snap the best photos possible. But when shopping for […]

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  7. What is a DSLR Camera? A Beginner’s Guide

    What is a DSLR Camera? A Beginner’s Guide

    Versatile and capable of the highest quality photos. It’s no wonder DSLR cameras have been the unofficial industry standard for professional photographers for many years. They combine the flawless image quality pros need with a wide variety of features and interchangeable lenses. It’s fair to say, you’re unlikely to find a professional photographer who isn’t […]

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  8. How To Use Leading Lines in Photography: A Beginner’s Guide

    How To Use Leading Lines in Photography: A Beginner’s Guide

    Ever notice how some images seem to instinctively catch your eye? Something about them draws you in and directs your focus within the photo more artfully than your average shot. And that something isn’t a trusty DSLR (though they never hurt!). When everything in a picture seems to organically point towards the subject, you’re looking […]

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