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Rough Guide

A Rough Guide to Scotland’s Finest Photography Locations

with Gavin Duncan
With its sweeping vistas, scenes of stunning natural beauty, and changeable light and weather, Scotland is a must-visit for any landscape photographer. Gavin Duncan takes you on a guided tour
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Behind the Lens

Beyond the Sea – 3 images of UK Coastal Photography
Three British landscape photographers discuss the story and techniques behind their best costal photography
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Mood Board

15 of the Best Spider Photographs
Of all the small creatures in the world, none are so misunderstood as spiders. Here we look at how arachnids can lead to beautiful insect photography
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Masters of Photography

Shoot Like Michael Kenna
The Lancashire-born master of minimalism has spent years honing his approach to landscapes. We take a look at how he captures his unique vision of the world
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Tips Feature

Tips for London Underground Photography

with Simon Hadleigh-Sparks
London is about so much more than famous landmarks. Simon Hadleigh-Sparks shows that beneath your feet there exists a rich world of photographic opportunities.
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Tips Feature

Sports Photography 101 – How to Shoot a Boxing Match
We lay out some of the basic techniques behind boxing photography and look at some of the best images from Photocrowd
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Behind the Lens

Out of Africa – 3 Photographers on their Best Safari Photography
Three photographers relate the stories behind their stunning safari pictures
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Tips Feature

The Colour Street Photography Guide
While it’s traditionally shot in black & white, street photography can be brought to life by vivid and vibrant colour
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Kit Guide

Pack Your Bag – the best camera, lenses and accessories for macro photography

with Ian Gilmour
Photographer Ian Gilmour takes you through the essential kit for macro photos of plants, flowers and insects.
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Mood Board

17 Examples of the Best Pet Portraits
Sometimes the best animal photography can be found right in your own home. We look at some of the best pet photography from Photocrowd photographers
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Tips Feature

How to Photograph Bluebells
With the spring season upon us, it’s time to get out into the forest and woodland and create some beautiful bluebell photography. We offer some tips.
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Tips Feature

A Beginner’s Guide to Stitched Panoramic Photography

with Chris Pegman
Sometimes epic landscapes require a wider field of view. Chris Pegman takes you through his tips for creating successful panoramic images
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Mood Board

19 Beautiful and Surreal Examples of Composite Photography
Photoshop composites can draw us into worlds where things are not what they seem. We take a look at some of the best from Photocrowd's photographers.
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Behind the Lens

Deep Blue Sea – 3 Incredible Examples of Shark Photography
Three underwater photographers tell the stories behind their stunning shark images
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Masters of Photography

How to Shoot Like Martin Parr
Magnum's Martin Parr is a master photographer of post-war Britain. We look at how he shoots his colourful and vivid scenes of everyday life
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Behind the Lens

Fox on the Run - 3 Beautiful Examples of Red Fox Photography
Three wildlife photographers explain the story and techniques behind their evocative fox pictures
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Kit Guide

Pack Your Bag - the best camera, lenses and lighting kit for portrait photography

with John Sherringham
If you're looking for the best portrait photography kit, John Sherringham is here to guide you through his essential purchases.
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Mood Board

19 Awe-Inspiring Astrophotography Images
If you're looking to capture images of the solar system, then take a look at these beautiful examples of night sky photography
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Tips Feature

A Brief Guide to Water Reflection Photography

with David Queenan
Landscape photographer David Queenan shows how reflections in rivers, lakes and puddles can lead to shots of striking depth and composition.
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Tips Feature

How to Shoot Light Trails
Shooting traffic is an accessible way to achieve beautiful light trail photography and learn the fundamental rules of low-light and manual techniques. We look at the basics.
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Rough Guide

A Rough Guide to Icelandic Photography Locations

with Bragi Ingibergsson and Trevor Cole
Iceland is a dream destination for any landscape photographer. Two photographers share their guide to getting the most out of your Iceland pictures
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Tips Feature

Wildlife tips from APOY 2017-winner Henrik Spranz

with Henrik Spranz
If you're looking to be a success in wildlife competitions, then take heed of these bitesize tips from an award-winning photographer
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Tips Feature

Achieving Street Portraits with Impact

with Joshua Paul Akers
Joshua Paul Akers explains how he blurs the line between creating revealing portrait photography and engaging travel photography
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Mood Board

24 Haunting and Beautiful Urban Exploration Images
Take a tour of the derelict and decaying structures featured in the best urbex photography uploaded by Photocrowd users
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