Photography Techniques
From lens focal lengths and fill-flash to portraits, macro or stunning landscapes there are techniques for everyone. Learn how to use metering, considering composition and shoot everything from classic cars to derelict buildings. We also have 100s of easy to follow step by step photo editing tutorials.
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Quick Tips On Focus Stacking Technique
Learn how one photographer uses focus stacking to produce images of water droplets.
- 14 Feb 2013
Do I Need A Tripod For Macro Photography?
Here are six reasons why you should take a tripod out with you next time you plan on shooting macro work.
- 5 Sep 2017
6 Top Insect Macro Photographers On ePz
Here's a round up of some of the top insect macro talent we have on site, in no particular order.
- 27 Sep 2012
Wildlife photography tips from a wildlife photographer
Paul Hobson is a wildlife photographer and lecturer of environmental science at Sheffield college and here he gives ePHOTOzine a few pointers about how we can make our wildlife photography the best.
- 17 Oct 2008
Photographing Lightning Storms
Trying to photograph a lightning storm can be a bit of a challenge. Here are a few tips to help you increase your chances of capturing that split-second flash.
- 21 May 2011
Photographing Silver Birch Trees In Autumn
Here's our guide to photographing Silver Birch trees during autumn.
- 21 Oct 2013
Photography Tips From Damian McGillicuddy
Damian McGillicuddy takes you behind the scenes of another one of his shoots to share some of his secrets on shooting portraits.
- 9 Dec 2011
- Damian McGillicuddy Photography Training
Learn To Shoot In The Style Of McGillicuddy - 8
Damian McGillicuddy shares more of his photography knowledge, this time he's talking about white balance.
- 11 Nov 2011
- Damian McGillicuddy Photography Training
23 Jun 2018 9:28am
Top 10 Best Waterproof Cameras 2018
Here are our top 10 best waterproof tough cameras for active photographers with features like GPS and Wi-Fi built in they make an ideal active holiday camera.4 Apr 2018 3:25PM
23 Jun 2018 8:44am
Fujifilm Fujinon XF 35mm f/2 R WR Lens Review
John Riley reviews the compact Fujinon 35mm f/2 lens with weather resistance, for Fujifilm cameras.23 Nov 2015 1:10PM
22 Jun 2018 4:15pm
It's Selfie Day! Which Means The World Wants To See Your Self Portraits
Switch your smartphone's camera around and crack out your best duck pout as it's 'Selfie Day' today.21 Jun 2018 10:16AM
21 Jun 2018 11:19pm
Samyang AF 24mm f/2.8 FE Review
John Riley reviews the Samyang AF 24mm f/2.8 FE full-frame auto-focus lens for Sony E mount cameras.11 Jun 2018 9:00AM
21 Jun 2018 9:03am
Fujifilm Fujinon XF 10-24mm f/4 Lens Review
Gary Wolstenholme review this ultra wide-angle lens for Fujifilm X-Series cameras.15 Apr 2014 11:51AM
20 Jun 2018 5:00pm
Loupedeck Photo Editing Console Gets An Upgrade
The next generation of the Loupedeck is built better and has more customisation options.20 Jun 2018 3:00PM
20 Jun 2018 11:02am
Top 42 Best Wide-Angle Landscape Lenses 2018
We count down the top lenses reviewed by ePHOTOzine that are great for landscape photography.19 Jun 2018 8:34AM
20 Jun 2018 6:44am
Sigma 70mm f/2.8 DG Macro Art Review
John Riley reviews the full-frame Sigma 70mm f/2.8 DG Macro Art lens, the first 1:1 Macro Art lens from Sigma, made for Canon, Sigma and Sony E lens mounts.12 Jun 2018 9:00AM
19 Jun 2018 1:20pm
Free Photoshop Online Lesson With BenQ Ambassador Glyn Dewis
Improve your Photoshop skills on a free online workshop taking place next week.18 Jun 2018 2:47PM
Make your own passport photos
Why is it when we go on holiday and need a passport photo we rely on that robot booth to churn out automated pictures at a tune of over £3 per shot? Peter Bargh shows you how to shoot, prepare and print pictures for your passport with ease.
- 1 Jan 2003
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Four Easy Ways To Create A Vignette In Photoshop
Vignettes are a simple yet subtle way to guide the eye through a shot and here are four ways to create one in Photoshop.
- 6 May 2016
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Introduction To Hand-Held Light Meters
See how a hand-held light meter will help you get better exposures, even if you are using a digital camera.
- 27 Nov 2011
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Using layer masks with Photoshop
Peter Bargh explains how you can use the valuable Layer Mask option of Photoshop to make better colour changes and selections, in this step by step image editing technique.
- 30 Nov -0001
Enhancing Eyes using Photoshop
The eyes are one of the most important parts of a portrait, and usually the first thing we notice. Therefore, a small amount of enhancement on the eyes can go a very long way to producing a portrait with real zing.
- 30 Nov -0001
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How To Use A Neutral Density Filter
Attaching a neutral density filter to your camera lens will bring you several benefits, as Peter Bargh explains.
- 18 Nov 2011
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How To Send A Photo As An Email Attachment On Windows, Mac, iOS & Android Devices
If you want to learn how you can send pictures by email with ease, have a read of this tutorial.
- 5 Aug 2016
Black & white high key effects in Photoshop
The famous high key effect is one of the most interesting, yet simple, effects you can achieve in digital photography
- 30 Nov -0001
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Depth-of-field explained
Once you grasp the basic principles of focusing your photographs will take on a whole new depth.
- 6 Jan 2002
- 4 Comments
Watermarking your photos in Photoshop 7 and CS
Photoshop expert, Terry Steeley, kicks off the first of a new series of tutorials for ePHOTOzine that looks at how to watermark our digital images to protect them from being used without our consent.
- 30 Nov -0001
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How To Send A Photo As An Email Attachment On Windows, Mac, iOS & Android Devices
If you want to learn how you can send pictures by email with ease, have a read of this tutorial.
- 5 Aug 2016
Beginner's Guide To Moving Images In Photoshop
You can create interesting images by simply moving several images into one document as this tutorial will show you.
- 17 Mar 2012
Architecture, a beginners' guide
Stationary subjects are easier to photograph, aren't they? Well, not necessarily. Michael Jenkins gives an excellent beginners' guide to photographing Architecture.
- 1 Jan 2003
How To Approach Statue Photography In 5 Easy Steps
From the earliest known relic, some 8000 years old, to the latest metallic monstrosities, statues are waiting to be photographed.
- 22 Jun 2018
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Still life photography
Gary Hickin Shows you how to set up and shoot a still life.
- 5 Dec 2010
- 1 Comments
7 Easy Ways To Improve Your Stately Home Shots
Here are 7 essential tips that'll help you take better shots of Stately Homes and their surroundings.
- 23 Jun 2018
Improve Your Battle Re-Enactment Photography
We are heading back in time to capture the sights and sounds of a battle.
- 24 Jun 2018
Guide to colour temperature
Light is not always what it seems. Peter explains about colour temperature.
- 10 Jan 2002
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What Is A 'Fast Lens'?
Want to know what the word 'fast' means when used before the word lens? Have a read of this.
- 8 Aug 2017
- 6 Comments
Digital perspective control
Use image editing programs to get a different view on the world.
- 8 Jan 2002
- 3 Comments
23 Jun 2018 9:18pm
Top 38 Best 50mm Prime Lenses 2018
A 50mm lens is an essential piece of kit for many photographers but if you don't currently own one, here's our top 50mm lens picks to help you with your next purchase.22 Jun 2018 2:00PM