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This snake-in-the-grass camera setting is secretly ruining your manual photos

By Rod Lawton Published

Opinion You think you’re in manual mode, but if you haven’t switched off auto ISO, the camera will still adjust the exposure automatically. Here’s why you should take back control

Opinion
White snowdrop flowers in woodlands with blurred foreground and background
This is why you don’t always need to get everything in focus when photographing fields of flowers this spring

By Peter Travers Published

HOW TO The whole point of some photos is to capture lots of creative blur as this Canon photographer gets up close to snowdrop flowers at an unbelievable location

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Close-up image of Blood Moon from 2014
How to photograph a lunar eclipse

By Mike Harris Last updated

Tutorial A total lunar eclipse is set to wow North American astrophotographers on March 3, here’s how to photograph this stellar celestial event, from knowing where and when to choosing the right glass and nailing your exposure

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F-stops explained
Photography cheat sheets: camera reference guides for visual learners!

By Chris George Last updated

CHEAT SHEET Learn pro techniques for portraits, poses, lighting, landscapes and more with our one-stop photography cheat sheets

CHEAT SHEET
SHAORAO, CHINA - OCTOBER 08: Thousands of lanterns and fireworks light up the night sky over Gexian Village on October 8, 2025 in Shangrao, Jiangxi Province of China. These recyclable electronic lanterns, lifted by helium, create a dazzling display that is both eco-friendly and captivating.
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

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Interior of stately home showing a four-poster bed in Bowood House
Expose for the windows and save the shadows later – my quick guide to photographing inside a stately home

By Wendy Evans Published

How to Ditch the auto white balance and shoot RAW – my rules for surviving mixed lighting indoors

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Shooting old cameras with a macro lens
Crank the aperture and ditch 'correct' colors – here's my quick guide to photographing old camera gear

By Wendy Evans Published

HOW TO Want to shoot a moody macro photograph of your collection of old cameras? This is how

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Beads, necklaces and jewellery at a market in Marrakesh provide colour and texture for a close up shot
Crank the ISO and watch for the blue cast – my quick guide to photographing street markets

By Wendy Evans Published

How to Look for the patterns and ignore the noise – my secrets to better travel market shots marketplaces in far-off lands

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Blue hour image of Leeds docks shot with long exposure to give a stronger reflection in the water
Wait for the wind to die and pack a tripod – my quick guide to getting better photos of canals

By Wendy Evans Published

How to Master the art of shooting urban docks and rural waterways with these tried-and-tested camera techniques

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Misty woodland scene with sunburst effect
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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