Digital Photographer

This month, our technique editor paid a visit to pro photographer Louise B to learn what it takes to capture the character of newborn babies at a special time in their lives. Turn to p14 to discover these essential insights. Kim also analyses a trave

Time waits for nobody, as the saying goes, and no sooner have we headed out to capture the tones of autumn, pumpkin spiced latte in hand, than we’re looking at winter on the horizon. In anticipation of the season of sparse detail, we’ve put together

Things never stand still in the world of photography – there are always new camera features to explore and techniques to try, so we’ve handpicked our favourite features, creative projects and interviews to keep you informed. Check out our guide to th

If you love prime lenses and the 50mm focal length (known as the ‘nifty fifty’) is your lens of choice in most shooting situations, you are going to love this latest news from Nikon – the camera giant has expanded its Z-series full-frame lens lineup

TTArtisan has released the AF 75mm f/2 prime for Sony E and Nikon Z-mount cameras. This full-frame prime boasts a stepping motor, delivering fast autofocus, and is priced at just £199. Not only is that an incredibly competitive price for a full-frame

Tamron has announced its new 90mm f/2.8 Di III VXD Macro for Sony E- and Nikon Z-mounts. This highly anticipated full-frame lens is said to deliver outstanding performance for portrait and macro photography, offering photographers a versatile tool fo

Children are a subject many photographers avoid, as mastering the challenges of unpredictable behaviour, short attention spans and communication deficits can be demanding. However, working in this genre can also be highly rewarding, as it leaves an i

“Working with children and animals is hugely rewarding, but it can come with some expected turbulence. Make allowances for this and show empathy and understanding. “A whirlwind of crying, laughing and anger can be shown from a toddler in the space of

1 Fujifilm X-T5 “This is my main camera – I transitioned from my full-frame Nikon DSLR over a year ago. I wouldn’t be without it. It’s very quick and really kicks in shooting in low-light situations. The image quality is very sharp and it has a 40-me

1 Choose an environment Set up quickly, or even before the family arrives, as young children have short attention spans. When meeting the family at an entrance or car park, double-scout around before the shoot, to make sure the location is shotproof.

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Minimalism in photography became popular in the 1950s from the influence of extreme abstract art and the Reductive Art Movement in the United States, led by artist Frank Stella. He conveyed the idea that things that are simple are better understood,

Your captures need to be clean, uncluttered and thoughtful – the result will be thought-provoking and striking if you get it right. It is all about simplicity and finding the perfect balance. Take your time while composing your shot – consider taking

Some minimalist photographers see colour as an unwanted distraction, but some minimal scenes lend themselves well to a bit of colour. The inclusion of colour is a fantastic way of adding your style and personality to your imagery, as well as to conve

There are a few techniques that will take your minimal photography to the next level, with the main one being long exposures. A long exposure allows you to smooth the texture of water and the movement of clouds in the sky, enabling you to simplify th

The latest kit reviews, tutorials and projects to hone your photo skills PLUS FREE eBook GUIDE Issue 286 is on sale 22nd November 2024 Read these essential features: • Learn to use flash like a pro for beautiful light • Capture winter sunsets with st

The broad range of talents you need for portrait photography makes it incredibly appealing. Part artist, part physicist, part counsellor, part clown: it is indeed multi-faceted. Every person’s face is different, so uniqueness is almost guaranteed ea

The most readily available soft light source is natural daylight: all you require is an overcast sky. If you are lucky to live in sunnier climes, there are always shady porches and doorways to avoid hard sunlight and capture some simple headshots. Pr

Just because all photographers love soft, diffused light, that doesn’t mean you should limit yourself to it: there are great rewards for working out in the sunshine. In winter, it can be both piercingly bright and bitingly cold, but you can still cre

Why do we photographers like rules and conventions so much? Rules for posing; composition rules; rules of thirds; rules of exposure; rules of rules; we just seem to love them! But it doesn’t mean you always have to follow them. The great thing about

We often talk about the composition of a shot (I prefer the term ‘layout’), but we speak less about the camera’s position when capturing the image. Of course, any change alters the viewer’s perspective of the final photo and that change in viewpoint

The magic of portraiture isn’t in the lighting, the setup, the layout, the exposure, the rule-breaking or any other aspect of the image. Instead, the magic of portraiture lies in your connection with subjects and the magic you create. Timing is every

Difficulty level: Advanced Time taken: 3 hours The use of AI is a controversial topic and it’s possible to see both sides of the argument when photographers’ images are being used as source material for generated visuals. However, AI is here to stay

1 Start by doing portraits where the feet are cut off. Making a person stand realistically on an AI-generated background is a lot harder. 2 Pick a grungy studio background, so that you also have the option of some nice dramatic portraits even without

Macro photography is all about capturing the intricate details of a subject, revealing a whole new world to the audience. To mesmerise the viewer, simply creating a close-up won’t be enough – light, layers and composition all play key roles here. For

It’s common to have to apply filters to pixel-based layers in Photoshop – typically copies of the Background Layer or a merger of all visible layers into a new layer. But if you then need to make changes, deleting the layer and starting again can be

When it comes to editing landscapes, judgment is the most important tool in your arsenal. Ask yourself whether anything needs addressing – is the exposure right? Does the scene need more contrast? Would a colour boost benefit the image? A good edit h

Artificial Intelligence, or AI, is a term that we’ve been hearing a lot about in recent years – but what exactly is it? I wish there was a straightforward answer, but the short version is it’s become a buzzword for clever software trained on large se

Based in Belfast, Northern Ireland, Ben Price is an experienced photographer and videographer who shoots a range of exciting commercial videos across multiple industries. His corporate work displays what he describes as a documentary approach, aided

What do you do? I am based in Oxfordshire, on the edge of the Cotswolds. I photograph mainly families, weddings, and branding/headshots for businesses. My style is natural and timeless, with warm tones inspired by the Cotswold stone. I carry this sty

Mother Nature offers a complex combination of beauty, fascination, drama and danger. As a child growing up in Dallas, Texas, Paige Vincent’s first encounters with natural phenomena involved seeking shelter from storms and hurricanes. As an adult, she

Photographer: Andrea Correale Title: Finding Larches Above and Below Location: Lake Federa, Italy @andrea_correale andreacorreale.it About the shot: “To prepare to photograph the lake at dawn, I scouted the area the day before to assess where and whe

For our latest competition in association with Photocrowd, we challenged you to submit your best Wildlife Wonders images. After working through all the entries, the winners have been selected. As a prize, the expert winners will receive a licence for

Price: £1,999/$ 2,198 Website: panasonic.com For many people, when they think of Panasonic cameras, the GH line might well be the first model that pops into their heads. The GH lineup of hybrid cameras has long been renowned for its video pedigree, w

PRICE: £1,399/$1,499 FOCUS DISTANCE: 0.40m WEIGHT: 995g Everybody loves a trinity standard zoom, right? They’re great for any genre of photography. Well, there’s no getting away from the fact that the 28-105mm f/2.8 DG DN Art is big and heavy for a s

EDITOR’S CHOICE Price: £209/$229 Website: dxo.com PhotoLab 8 Elite is the latest version of DxO’s flagship photo-editing software. (There’s a less powerful Essentials edition for £129/$139.) It’s an interesting alternative to Lightroom and Capture On

PRICE: £399/$369 FOCUS DISTANCE: 0.30m WEIGHT: 930g Most dedicated macro primes have a focal length of around 105mm, so the AstrHori 120mm f/2.8 Macro 2x is longer than most. It’s physically quite long as well, measuring 77x165mm and weighing a hefty

Photography is both an art and a science and, as such, there are lots of confusing technical terms to get to grips with. Luckily, we don’t often need to think about this jargon, except perhaps when buying a new lens or investing in new tech. However,

Price £27/$35 (Basic Kit), £39/$50 (Kit 1A), £47/$60 (Kit 2A) Website 3leggedthing.com The 3 Legged Thing Camera Desk Mount System (CDMS) offers a versatile desk-mounted solution for live-streaming or video recording, or for shooting top-down or flat

This project is about mourning for vultures as a declining species. I had heard many proverbs about vultures, such as ‘Vultures always eye the garbage dump’, or ‘No matter how high a vulture flies, it always looks downwards’ and one my grandmother us