Better backgrounds, better images

In his latest column for AP, nature photographer Marsel van Oosten reveals why you must always strive for the best backgrounds in your pictures

Muse littleyouth

A muse, some odd lenses and the influence of Julia Margaret Cameron are what drive film photographer Colin Watkins, he tells Damien Demolder

Now for something completely different

Peter Dench talks to Alnis Stakle, winner in the creative category at the 2022 Sony World Photography Awards

Get started with drones

Drones have revolutionised image making but many ground-based photographers are still unsure about taking their first steps, or the legal aspects. Chris Gorman, aka The Big Ladder Photographer, is here to help

The Rotolight advantage

Lighting expert Jake Hicks explains how Rotolight gear has enabled him to take some of the best images of his career - while saving time, money and hassle

Edixa Electronica

John Wade discovers an unexpectedly automatic exposure camera

Vanguard VEO 3GO 235AB

This compact, versatile travel tripod is put to the test by Andy Westlake

Nik Collection 5

This long-standing suite of editing plug-ins has been updated again by its owner, DxO. Geoff Harris sees what the new version offers and whether it's worth existing users upgrading

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Tim Walker Wonderful Things

The largest-ever exhibition on photographer Tim Walker includes over 150 works. Amy Davies finds out more

Tips To Digitise Your Archive Of Old Prints Or Negs

Thought about digitising your archive of old prints or negs? Follow John Wade’s expert tips and advice on how best to go about it

Wild at art

David Yarrow is one of the world’s leading fine art wildlife photographers. Steve Fairclough caught up with him to discuss his latest book and his career so far

Prize haul

We take a closer look at some of the winning entries from Fotoholics Photographer of the Year 2019, which is now available to buy as a book

Nikon Z 50

The Z 50 inherits many things we admired about Nikon’s full-frame mirrorless cameras and presents them in a smaller, lighter package. Michael Topham tests Nikon’s first DX-format mirrorless camera

Nikon D780

Michael Topham looks at how Nikon has improved upon one of its most popular full-frame DSLRs – the D750

Harold Feinstein

Harold Feinstein is now seen as a pioneer in both street photography and scanography

Daisy Blythe

Thirteen-year-old Daisy has a CV to be envious of. She’s already published two books and won Fotoholics Young Photographer of the Year twice

Magnum Streetwise - The Ultimate Collection of Street Photography

Magnum is synonymous with street photography, and this book is a masterclass in the genre. Amy Davies delves inside its pages

Lee Friedlander

This influential photographer’s world carries within it hidden magic and strangeness

Canon RF 70-200mm F2.8L IS USM

Is the shortest and lightest 70-200mm f/2.8 lens for full-frame cameras a fine performer? Michael Topham put it to the test with the Canon EOS R

Now and Then: England 1970-2015

One of the UK’s finest documentary photographers shows off a fascinating range of projects in a newbook, as Geoff Harris discovers

Is the DSLR dead?

With the relentless advance of mirrorless, has the DSLR finally had its day? We take a look at the state of the market, and make the case for both the new technology and the old

Out And About

All year round we bring you the most stunning and inspiring pictures from many parts of the world, but the AP team loves taking pictures too. Here are some of our own favourite images that we have taken during 2019

Our Images Of The Year

At AP we see thousands of images each year, so it takes something pretty special to grab our attention. Here, we each pick our favourites and explain their impact

The big picture show

Actor Jeff Bridges has been shooting on-set photographs for decades. Steve Fairclough spoke to him about his new book and his passion for photography

Nikkor Z 85mm f/1.8 S

Michael Topham puts the first 85mm prime for Nikon’s Z-mount cameras through its paces.

It's a dog's life

Photographing dogs is challenging; they’re usually curious, get easily distracted and don’t trust strangers. Shutterstock shooter Logan Baker shares some practical advice for great dog images

FILM STARS-Prominent features

John Wade takes a detailed look at a very versatile Voigtländer from the 1950s

Heirs of the East London Group

Taking a step back from his work that so often takes him overseas, Stuart Freedman finds himself pursuing a project closer to home.

The man who shot the sixties

Duffy was one of Britain’s most inventive and influential photographers. Steve Fairclough spoke to his eldest son, Chris Duffy, about his father’s huge talent and enduring legacy.