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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Guide to using medium-format
David Tarn gives an account of the benefits of medium-format, including some examples.
- 11 Jan 2002
Into the night - a guide to low light photography
Taking photos of landscapes at night provides us with a very magical view if you choose the time well. Our guide, Andrew Fleetwood, explains the dos and don't of lowlight landscape photography.
- 5 Jan 2002
Mountain photography gear guide
Having the right gear is important when specializing in any aspect of photography. Here respected landscape photographer Colin Prior explains what equipment he uses and why.
- 3 Jan 2002
Using a Slide Duplicator
As well as allowing you to copy un-replaceable images, a slide duplicator can also be used as a digital input deviceand much more
- 3 Jan 2003
A simplified zone system for correctly exposing negatives
Norman Koren explains why you should learn how to use your camera's meter and the Zone system to make your photos stand out from the crowd
- 5 Jan 2001
Creative child portraits on a budget
Ways to take photos of children without expensive lighting or flash cameras
- 30 Nov -0001
Mix your own chemicals - traditional darkroom ideas
Peter Bargh explains how the budget concious can mix their own developing chemicals.
- 6 Jan 2002
Portrait photography - a practical guide
It's not just about light and exposure, Alex Lee suggests gaining a rapport with your subject is essential if you want to take natural and relaxed portraits.
- 7 Jan 2001
Shooting piers- photography technique
The coastline around the UK has several piers jutting out towards the sea. As well as providing amusements for the kids and hosting the local entertainment, they can provide fascinating subjects for photographers.
- 9 Jan 2001
Using panoramic cameras - a practical guide
This article provides an overview into the world of panoramic photography, focusing mainly on those areas that differ from other forms of photography.
- 3 Jan 2002
More Top Landscape Photographers
Here's another roundup of some of the great landscape talent we have on the site.
- 26 Oct 2012
Chasing the Aurora
Tony Prower, better known on ePHOTOzine as the Happy Ostrich, explains how you to take photos of the Northern Lights.
- 13 May 2005
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Panasonic Lumix FZ1000 Review
Read our review of the new Panasonic Lumix FZ1000, the World's first 4K recording compact camera features a 16x optical zoom lens, Wi-Fi, and EVF.1 Jul 2014 2:30PM
23 Jun 2017 2:14pm
Irix Launch Edge Gelatin Filter Set
Irix have announced a set of ND gelatin filters designed especially for Irix lenses.23 Jun 2017 10:14AM
23 Jun 2017 2:02pm
7 'How To' Tips For Shooting Still Life Photography
Here are 7 simple tips and tricks for shooting beautiful still life photography at home. All you need are a few household items and a little creativity.15 Jun 2017 11:36AM
23 Jun 2017 10:07am
Tamron Expands Lens Range With 18-400mm Mega Zoom
Tamron has today introduced a new 18-400mm f/3.5-6.3 Di II VC HLD lens to the world.23 Jun 2017 8:21AM
22 Jun 2017 11:35am
Nikon AF-P NIKKOR 10-20mm f/4.5-5.6G DX VR Sample Photos & Hands-On
We go hands-on with the new Nikon AF-P NIKKOR 10-20mm f/4.5-5.6G DX VR wide-angle lens, and have posted sample photos from this pre-production lens.21 Jun 2017 6:41PM
21 Jun 2017 4:59pm
Sigma AF 100-400mm F/5-6.3 DG OS HSM Contemporary Lens Review
John Riley puts a contemporary tele zoom lens from Sigma to the test to find out how good its reach really is.14 Jun 2017 9:53AM
20 Jun 2017 10:03am
Top 13 Best Premium Compact System Cameras 2017
Here are the Top 13 Best Premium Mirrorless Compact System Cameras (CSCs) with an Electronic Viewfinder (EVF) reviewed by ePHOTOzine.20 Jun 2017 9:59AM
20 Jun 2017 7:25am
Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 8-18mm f/2.8-4 Asph Review
John Riley reviews the new wide-angle zoom from Panasonic, the Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 8-18mm f/2.8-4 Asph for Micro Four Thirds cameras.26 Apr 2017 11:32AM
19 Jun 2017 6:22am
Giottos Vitruvian VGRN 9255 Tripod With Monopod
We review the new Giottos Vitruvian VGRN 9255 Tripod with MH5400-MH652 Head and built in monopod.8 Sep 2011 11:42AM
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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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
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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
How To Shoot Portraits At Living Museums
We have a few tips to help you take better portraits at living museums.
- 27 Jun 2017
5 Ideas To Improve Your Coastal Photography
Head out to the beach in time for the sunset and shoot some coastal imagery.
- 25 Jun 2017
How To Turn Real Life Into A Toy Model Set In Photoshop
Learn how to turn your photographs into fake miniature toy models with the help of Photoshop.
- 26 Jun 2017
How To Photograph Portraits On Your Travels
Tips on how to successfully photograph the people who live in the place you're travelling to.
- 26 Jun 2017
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Lighting a white background for portraits
Chris Burfoot AMPA ASWPP shows us how to light a white background when shooting portraits.
- 23 Jul 2009
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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
- 4 Comments
Starburst filter effects in Photoshop
Create starburst filter effects with ease using Photoshop's custom brushes
- 5 Jan 2003
How To Take Awesome Travel Food Photography Shots
As well as portraits and shots of beaches why not take a few shots of the plates of food you purchase?
- 15 May 2017
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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
- 6 Comments
27 Jun 2017 12:23am
Nikon D7500 Full Review
We've put the Nikon D7500 Digital SLR, with the 20mp sensor from the D500 but with a lower price, through its paces. Read on to find out how it scores.23 Jun 2017 11:34AM