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A different view

There’s more to close-up photography than flowers and insects, says Tracy Calder. Four photographers share how they retain an open mind, and a sense of play, when shooting everyday subjects

Readers' favourite macro kit

We asked you to name your favourite piece of kit that you use for macro photography. Here’s a selection

Panasonic Lumix S 14-28mm F4-5.6 Macro

This ultra-wide zoom with macro capability is a flexible option for lots of subjects

30 tips for pin-sharp close-ups

When depth of field is seriously limited, precise focusing is crucial. Thankfully, there are plenty of things you can do to increase your chances of pin-sharp pictures – from making the most of Artificial Intelligence to limiting your range and taping over your AF button

Slime Moulds (Myxomycetes)

Eagle-eyed Barry Webb notices the ethereal beauty of tiny subjects. Tracy Calder hears the story behind one of his award-winning pictures

Closer than close

Strange new worlds are revealed under a microscope. Amy Davies talks to three photographers taking macro photography to the next level

SIGMA 18-50MM F2.8 DC DN|C

APS-C lens squeezes a quart into a pint pot

TAKE IT WIDE AND SLOW

Adam Waring shows you how to fit more into the frame with a wide-angle lens, and slow down time with an ND filter

HOW TO FIX YOUR FRAMING!

Learn how to create images with added impact using these tried and trusted techniques and expert insights from Jon Adams and Andrew James

THE ZV-E1 IS SONY'S NEW VIDEO POWERHOUSE

New full-frame camera promises “the ultimate content-creation experience”

Enhance videos in Photoshop

James Paterson shows you how to put your editing skills to work on moving images in Photoshop CC

Canon EOS R50

An M50 ported to the RF-S mount - with big improvements

FRESH & NEW WAYS TO CAPTURE SPRING

As the natural world comes back to life, it's time to reap the abundant visual rewards that the new season has to offer

CANON EOS R8

Remarkably light and powerful full-framer, the R8 tries to balance the latest technology with some ergonomic compromises

Steady as she goes

Dan Mold explains why a 'plamp' should be your next accessory for your kit bag if you're interested in macro and still life photography

Get to grips with colour theory

There's a kaleidoscope of colour out there just waiting to be captured, join us as Rod Lawton shares everything you need to know...

Fix your landscapes with Lightroom

Discover the essential processes that make any landscape photo look great, plus no more wonky horizons

The power of Luminosity Masking

Get to grips with this Photoshop Channels trick and make use of our free actions

Fuelling his passion

Alistair Campbell shadows Sam East on a shoot with a Maserati sports car

Beautiful bluebells

Bluebell season is fleeting, so you need to be in the right place at the right time, ready with your Canon gear to get the best shots

Use colour grading for a cinematic look

Add movie magic to your photos in Lightroom

Enhance moody landscapes

Explore some editing techniques in Photoshop that will work in harmony with poor weather conditions

Scanning ahead...

Curious about the advantages of AI image generation, Jon Devo gives it a real-world test

CREATIVE CANON TECHNIQUES

We share some killer pro secrets to help you benefit from the latest technology to improve your Canon photography

Painting with water colours

James Paterson shows you how to create vibrant abstract shapes over water by painting with light, and how to use Photoshop for artistic finish

Behind the lens

Fresh interest in the landscape photographer's images of Bristol Harbour has led to a new book about the series

Benedict Brain

Our regular columnist has just published his first book about photography – but it isn’t a ‘how-to’ technique manual, as Niall Hampton discovers

The art of seeing

Embracing vertical orientation, Benedict Brain rediscovers the joy of making diptychs

CANON RF 15-30mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM

This super wide lens for mirrorless goes large on viewing angles while keeping the size and cost relatively small

Keukenhof flower art

David Clapp narrowly escapes being sick in a helicopter ride to capture some flowery scenes