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Backlighting, contre-jour photography
Contre-jour is a photographic term meaning "into the light" and contrary to popular belief stunning photographs can be taken when shooting into the light. Read more...

Photo trip to Ben More, Isle of Mull
Ben More, the highest point on the Isle of Mull is the only Hebridean Munro outside of the Isle of Skye and is therefore held in high regard on the island. Read more...

Close up in nature photography
Without doubt there is something awe inspiring and wholesome in the big view. Every year there are vast arrays of calendars all full of pretty landscape pictures adorning our high street shops. Read more...

Hilbre Island photo trip
Hilbre Island and the Dee Estuary are justly famous for their ornithological importance, particularly during spring and autumn migration. Read more...

Photographing patterns in nature
"Always remember the importance of detail". I can still clearly hear these words that were repeatedly drummed home by my college lecturer. Whilst they seemed unimportant and irrelevant to me at the time, they have over the years taken on a much greater significance and have become ingrained in my philosophy and nature photography. Read more...

Autumn reflections, a photographers view
"Autumn is a second spring where every leaf is a flower" ~ Albert Camus (1913-1960). The beauty of autumn is something to behold, rich vibrant colours all competing with each yet forming such a harmonious blend, but it is also tinged with sadness as another year ticks away. Read more...

The importance of lighting
The word photography comes from the French photographie and is based on the Greek for light and stylus or paintbrush or graphe (a representation by means of lines or drawing), basically meaning "drawing with light". Read more...

Photography exposure considerations
Controlling the exposure of our image is one of the most important aspects of photography and fundamental to the principle of our photographic knowledge. Read more...

Practical approach to a photo trip
In this article we will look at a photography field trip, describing each stage from initial preparation to the final image; some is obvious, some less so. Read more...

Some thoughts on photography composition
Photography images are made by you the photographer, they are an amalgam of many elements, including your own inner vision, interpretation and aspiration. If any of these elements are missing then the image fails. Read more...

Landscape photography essentials
All the major camera manufactures produce SLR cameras that can be built into complete systems and the build quality is excellent. However, there is often a temptation to stock up on equipment; this particular lens, that particular filter in the belief that it will produce better images or make you a better photographer. Read more...

Choosing your Wedding Photographer
When your thoughts turn to choosing your wedding photographer to capture those special moments for you how do you make the right decision. There are many things you should consider before choosing your wedding photographer so we have compiled a list of the 10 things we believe are important. Read more...

The Pros and Cons of a Photography Degree by Sarah Scrafford
It is not a career that absolutely requires a formal education, but there are great courses being offered in photography by some of the most reputable and well-established universities in the world. Read more...