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Close up photography

About -6312 hours ago

Get the best out of your equipment and improve your close up photography of nature with our step-by-step guide to close up photography.

Polarising Filter - Introduction

Mon, 15 Mar 2010

If you only ever buy one filter, make it a polariser. Nigel Atherton explains why, and presents the options

Focal Length Explained - Introduction

Fri, 5 Mar 2010

It might sound a bit complicated to start with, but there really isn’t anything to be scared of when it comes to defining lens focal lengths and their relationship with your photographs

Depth of Field Explained - Introduction

Fri, 19 Feb 2010

Focus is one of the most important elements in a successful photograph. It’s no use capturing a breathtaking scene if the subject isn’t sharp and in focus.

Know Your Camera - Setting Up - Main image

Setting Up Your Camera

Mon, 15 Feb 2010

Before you set foot out of your door with your camera, or even put your eye up to the viewfinder, it’s worth spending a little time making sure all of the settings are correctly selected for...

Rule of Thirds

Tue, 19 Jan 2010

Composition is as complex a subject, however, one rule that permeates different fields of photography, and one that has roots in classical art, is the rule of thirds.

How To Shoot... Subjects in Motion

Wed, 23 Dec 2009

As New Order once observed, the world’s in motion, so why not convey that in our pictures? Niall Benvie shares his creative blur techniques

How To Shoot Infrared - What is Infrared Photography

Sun, 4 Oct 2009

Capturing invisible light to create unworldly images can give new life to your photos

Night Masterclass - Ever thought of taking pictures in the dark. Here’s everything you need to know

Night Masterclass - How to Shoot Night Landscapes

Wed, 16 Sep 2009

Sunrise and sunset are not the only times of the day when natural light is at its most interesting. Ever thought of taking pictures in the dark? Here’s everything you need to know...

WDC Top 12 Tips for Macro & Close-up Photography

Top 12 Tips for Macro Photography - Choose the Best Lens

Tue, 15 Sep 2009

Close-up photography is great for really bringing out the detail of your subject. What Digital Camera tells you how to get the best results when shooting macro outside