October 19, 2021
How to use light for close-up photography
Tracy Calder shows you how to use and take advantage of light to take your close-up photography to the next level
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Macro photography
Tips and techniques on macro photography, including what is macro photography, how to shoot great macro photographs, best kit for macro photography, specific macro subjects, and everything else you might need to know about shooting great macro images.
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September 14, 2021
How to take fantastic photos of fungi
As we head into autumn, Guy Edwardes shows you how to take great photographs of fungi
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September 24, 2020
Close-up Photography of the Year winners revealed
Check out some of the fantastic close-up and macro images in this year's contest, co-founded by former AP staffer Tracy Calder
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June 16, 2020
Focus stacking: How to achieve pin sharp macro shots
Three experts show you how to use focus stacking in your photography and provide top tips, their favourite software and must-have kit
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June 7, 2019
Expert tips for award-winning macro shots
Award winners of Close-up Photographer of the Year, which is supported by Sigma UK, share their techniques, writes Tracy Calder
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January 17, 2019
Our best-ever close up photography tips
Our experts suggest getting creative with compositions and backdrops and keeping a close eye on the details while watching out for distractions
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November 2, 2018
How to get great autumn macro shots
The leaves are turning, fungi are sprouting on the forest floor, and wildlife is hoarding food – autumn is the perfect time to refine your macro skills, says Tracy Calder
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June 8, 2018
Top macro flower photography tips
Macro photography proves that small is beautiful, and is a wonderful way to reveal the intricacies of flowers. Sue Bishops gives her tips
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April 20, 2018
Macro photography lighting tips
Light is key to revealing intricate details of tiny subjects. Macro specialist Colleen Slater shares her top tips and lighting techniques
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April 6, 2018
Insect macro photography tips
Macro photography proves that small is beautiful, and is a wonderful way to reveal the intricacies of insects and bugs. Ross Hoddinott gives his top tips
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March 16, 2018
Tips on how to shoot close-up flowers
Jacky Parker shares her top tips on how to get stunning images of close-up flowers
