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Capture the Fire Horse: My essential tips for photographing fireworks this Chinese New Year
By Mike Harris published
Tutorial As we gallop into the Year of the Fire Horse, here's the essential kit and techniques to capture your best fireworks images ever
Light stands are usually boring. But the photography brand behind my favorite flash modifiers is making a quick, modular light stand – and I’m geeking out about it!
By Hillary K. Grigonis published
KICKSTARTER The MagMod MagStand is a light stand with a wide base, rapid set-up, and a modular monopole

Of all the photography quotes, “f/8 and be there” is my favorite. Here’s why Weegee’s timeless phrase is more relevant than ever
By Mike Harris published
Opinion Sometimes it feels like photography has become overly complex. Thankfully, this timeless photography quote is there to keep us on track

I'm a pro photographer, but my favorite hack for snowy photos is so easy anyone can use it on any camera
By Hillary K. Grigonis published
SNOW It doesn't matter whether you are using a pro camera, a compact camera, or a smartphone; this trick makes a big difference when photographing snowfall

I made myself take one photo every five minutes on a long walk. It completely changed how I see everything
By Benedict Brain published
opinion Stop chasing the shot: This simple exercise forces you to actually see the photo opportunities all around you

5 photo clichés that every photographer should have in their arsenal
By Sean McCormack published
opinion Just because they are sometimes overdone doesn't mean you shouldn't use them at all in your photography!

"In focus stacking, your biggest enemy is time” – Pro macro photographer Stewart Wood shares his surefire tips for razor-sharp close-ups of bugs
By Kim Bunermann published
PRO ADVICE Your macro photos aren't sharp? Pro shooter Stewart Wood shares three top tips for razor-sharp close-ups before his talk at The Photography & Video Show 2026

What's the trick for getting a starburst effect with the sun in landscape photos? No, you don't need a filter
By Peter Travers published
HOW TO Learn this creative technique to turn the sun into a star in your scenic photos with pro Peter Travers
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