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Understanding Flashguns - Part 3

Mark Elliott of Better Photos shares his advice on operating flashguns.
- 19 Sep 2011
Understanding Flashguns - Part 2

Mark Elliott of Better Photos shares his advice on using flashguns for shooting flattering portraits.
- 10 Sep 2011
Tips On Using Rim Lighting

We show you how backlighting your photographs can help create shape using the rim lighting technique
- 21 Aug 2011
- 1 Comments
Understanding Soft Light

Tips on controlling and understanding your light source.
- 23 Apr 2011
Direct Vs Diffuse Light Reflection

Tips on bouncing light off different types of surfaces.
- 4 Apr 2011
Lighting large groups of people

Need to photograph a group of people and you're not sure how to light the shot? Take a look at this article.
- 25 Mar 2011
Making Speedlites appear larger

How to exaggerate the size of Speedlites.
- 9 Mar 2011
Strobist

See how taking your flash off camera can make a big difference to your pictures.
- 24 Jul 2010
How to work with a Rotalux Softbox System

Chris Burfoot AMPA ASWPP shows us how to get the most out of a Rotalux Softbox System.
- 17 Sep 2009
- The Flash Centre
- 2 Comments
Why you should use an Octa

Chris Burfoot AMPA ASWPP introduces Octa, the ultimate versatile light.
- 4 Sep 2009
- The Flash Centre
A simple lighting set-up that gives great result

Chris Burfoot AMPA ASWPP shows us a simple lighting set-up that really works.
- 26 Aug 2009
- The Flash Centre
- 3 Comments
How to use a Triflector when shooting portraits

Chris Burfoot AMPA ASWPP shows us how to make the most of a Triflector.
- 13 Aug 2009
- The Flash Centre
- 2 Comments

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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21 Jun 2017 2:05pm

Improve Your Close-Up Portraits With Our 6 Tips

Get in close and focus your attention on faces.
18 Jun 2017 12:10AM

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18 Jun 2017 10:38pm

Pentax Q 8.5mm f/1.9 Lens Review

John Riley reviews the compact prime lens for Pentax Q cameras, the 8.5mm f/1.9 AF lens.
28 Mar 2017 2:52PM

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16 Jun 2017 7:35pm

Canon Powershot SX730 HS Review

Canon's latest travel zoom, the SX730 HS, features a 40x optical zoom lens and tilting screen. Find out how it performs in our review.
16 Jun 2017 10:27AM

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21 Jun 2017 3:24pm

Nikon D7500 Sample Photos

We've posted full-size sample photos from the new 20 megapixel Nikon D7500 DSLR.
14 Jun 2017 3:06PM

How To Photograph Silhouettes In 5 Simple Steps

Use your creative eye to see shapes and use your camera to shoot them as silhouettes.
- 11 May 2017
Fill-in flash explained

We explain how to use fill-in flash
- 5 Jan 2003
Creative Lighting For Still Life Subjects

Here we show you a simple lighting technique that can be used on a number of still life subjects.
- 22 Dec 2011
- 2 Comments
Why you should use an Octa

Chris Burfoot AMPA ASWPP introduces Octa, the ultimate versatile light.
- 4 Sep 2009
- The Flash Centre
Adding a second flash - studio lighting beginners' guide

Chris Burfoot explains how adding a second studio flash can add sparkle to a studio photo. Words and Pictures Chris Burfoot AMPA ASWPP
- 3 Oct 2007
- The Flash Centre
Mixing flash and daylight for your portraits

Chris Burfoot AMPA ASWPP shows us how to mix flash and daylight to create a great portrait.
- 6 Aug 2009
- The Flash Centre
- 2 Comments
How to use a Triflector when shooting portraits

Chris Burfoot AMPA ASWPP shows us how to make the most of a Triflector.
- 13 Aug 2009
- The Flash Centre
- 2 Comments
Creative still life lighting

When winter arrives you may prefer to stay indoors and try some still life photography. Peter Bargh suggest a project that will deliver vividly colourful images
- 1 Jan 2002
- 1 Comments
How To Create A Glass Rim Light On A Budget

A quick budget way to light a wine glass with the edges highlighted.
- 21 Aug 2013
- 3 Comments
Shooting with two softboxes

A softbox is a useful studio light accessory and two is even better as Chris Burfoot AMPA ASWPP explains.
- 15 Jul 2009
- The Flash Centre
- 4 Comments

How To Photograph Silhouettes In 5 Simple Steps

Use your creative eye to see shapes and use your camera to shoot them as silhouettes.
- 11 May 2017
Understanding Soft Light

Tips on controlling and understanding your light source.
- 23 Apr 2011
3 Basic Techniques For Lighting Anything

Here are 3 great lighting techniques you can use to light almost anything.
- 11 May 2017
Shooting with two softboxes

A softbox is a useful studio light accessory and two is even better as Chris Burfoot AMPA ASWPP explains.
- 15 Jul 2009
- The Flash Centre
- 4 Comments
Creative shadows using Adobe Elements

Add a halo shadow effect around your still life subject to make it more three dimensional and appear to leap off the background. It's just like using a ring flash.
- 1 Jan 2002
LED Lighting Tips From Jacob James

Photographer Jacob James shares his tips on using LED lights for portrait work.
- 25 May 2012
Spirograph Style Torch Art

How to create Spirograph photos using a torch and your camera's long exposure mode.
- 20 Feb 2012
- 4 Comments
Strobist

See how taking your flash off camera can make a big difference to your pictures.
- 24 Jul 2010
Direct Vs Diffuse Light Reflection

Tips on bouncing light off different types of surfaces.
- 4 Apr 2011
Creative Lighting For Still Life Subjects

Here we show you a simple lighting technique that can be used on a number of still life subjects.
- 22 Dec 2011
- 2 Comments