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Photography Tips
More >7 Landmark Photography Tips for Avoiding Clichéd Photos
Some landmarks have been photographed so many times we feel we've seen them from all angles. These tips will help you see them through fresh eyes.
Creative Grass Photography
Grass is everywhere, and comes in a rich variety of colours, textures, and varieties. Find out how it can make an intriguing photography subject.
Photographing Car Light Trails
Learn how to capture stunning night time car trails with ease. All you need is a camera, your imagination, and a willingness to stay up late.
Sports Event Photography Tips
Sports events are full of passion, excitement and emotion. There are photography opportunities everywhere; you just need to look in the right places.
Beach Photography Tips
Beaches are crammed full of interesting photo opportunities. Follow these tips to get the most out of them on your next holiday.
Asking Strangers to Star in Your Candid Photos
When taking photos of strangers you should always ask permission. With the right attitude and a few crafty tips you'll soon have models lining up.
Equipment
More >Camera Lenses
A good quality camera lens is essential for capturing sharp, detailed photos. There are dozens available, to suit every subject and budget.
What is a "Stop" of Exposure in Photography?
Exposure is controlled by shutter speed, aperture, and ISO speed. "Stops" let you directly compare and swap these to produce the image you want.
Shutter Speed: A Beginner's Guide
Shutter speed is a great tool for perfecting exposure, controlling blurring, and creating interesting effects. Discover what it is and how to use it.
Exposure, Aperture and Shutter Speed Explained
Aperture size and shutter speed add up to create our exposure. Learn how they work, and how to use them to get the creative effect you desire.
Digital Cameras
Digital cameras, from compacts to DSLRs, have all but replaced film cameras, and have made photography easier, cheaper, and faster than ever before.
How to Protect Your Digital Camera in Cold Weather
Cold weather photography can take its toll on your camera, and even cause permanent damage. Follow these precautions to keep your camera protected.
Post-processing
More >Digital Cross Processing in Photoshop
Digital cross processing is a technique that simulates developing photos in the wrong chemicals. Use it to produce some stunning colour shifts.
Imitating a Graduated Neutral Density Filter in Photoshop
A graduated neutral density (ND) filter helps balance exposure levels between the sky and ground. Learn how to replicate the effect in Photoshop.
EXIF Data Explained
Learn everything you need to know about EXIF metadata - what it is, ways to view and edit it, and how you can use it to improve your photography.
Gritty Black and White in Photoshop
Learn how to turn your colour photos into gritty black and white urban shots using Photoshop.
Creating a Vignette Effect in Photoshop
Vignetting, a darkening in the corners of a photo, is a popular creative effect. Discover how to add a vignette to an image using Photoshop.
Convert a Colour Photo to Black and White
The Channel Mixer is easy to use but gives you complete control over the appearance of your photo when converting from colour to black and white.
