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Photographer Anthony Luvera on how self-portraiture can be a considered mode of art-making

Anthony Luvera on challenging societal preconceptions through self-portraiture and how the genre can still be relevant in the age of the 'selfie'.

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Mood Board

13 delightful photos to put a spring in your step
Spring is now upon us in the Northern Hemisphere, and let's face it, the world needs a pick-me-up. Here are 13 springtime images we hope will encourage the warmer weather and happier times...
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Tips on how to shoot spectacular Northern Lights photos, from Dave Stevenson

Nature photographer and Photocrowd judge, Dave Stevenson, shares his experience and tips on how to capture Aurora Borealis.

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Technique Feature

How to get the most from the Venice Carnival
A riot of colour and costume, 2020’s Venice Carnival takes place between 8 and 25 February, but you’ll have competition from a *lot* of other photographers. Three Carnival-experienced Photocrowd members offer their tips for making the most of the melee
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Mood board

Beat the bad-weather blues
Let’s face it, this time of year isn’t renowned for its photogenic conditions. However, these 15 stunning shots by Photocrowd members demonstrate that even the greyest day has creative potential. All it takes is a little imagination and a lot of faith
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16 Mountain Photography Masterpieces
Ever since humankind could stand, there has been a desire to conquer mountains. Their sheer majesty, not to mention their individual characters and microclimates, provide endless fodder for the adventurous photographer. Here are 16 superb mountainscapes to get your creative juices flowing.
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Post Processing Tips – 8 ways to go extreme
Everyone loves a pretty picture, right? Perfectly Instagrammed selfies, flawless skin, beautiful shots that defy belief. But sometimes, you want something with a bit more character.
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Mood Board

Autumn Changes – 15 Spectacular Images Of The Fall
The magical season of Autumn serves up some of the richest and most comforting scenes in the entire natural world. As trees shed their leaves and the luscious greens of summer morph into warm reds and browns, we're taking a look through the archives to find a selection of spectacular Fall images.
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Tips Feature

22 Tips for Photographing Birds in Flight

with Roger Hunt
If you’re a keen bird photographer, then read Roger Hunt’s ultimate step-by-step guide to capturing flying birds
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Behind the Lens

Holiday Destination – 3 Images of the Lake District

with Howard, Sumner Kim Ayres and Julie Yates
The Lake District is a hotspot for UK landscape photographers. We look at the story behind three great images
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Kit Bag

The Best Lenses for Landscape Photography

with Trevor Cole, Lee Acaster and Q-lieb-in
If you’re new to landscape photography, it can be difficult to know which lenses will be up to the job. To make life a little easier, three top Photocrowd photographers talk about their favourite landscape lenses
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Behind the Lens

To Have and to Hold – 3 Examples of Creative Wedding Photography
Three wedding photographers discuss the story and technique behind their best wedding images
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Mood Board

Digital Velocity – 14 Images of Motion Blur
Motion blur can bring a dynamic quality to any photograph. We take a look at some of the best examples from Photocrowd
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Technique Feature

Shooting City Skylines at Night
For a really incredible take on the genre of architecture photography, find yourself a good vantage point in a city and capture the sweeping skyline at night. We look at some important tips to help you.
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Expert Reviews

16 Examples of Stunning Colour Photography Portraits
If you’re looking for portrait ideas, then look no further than these expert-judged examples of colour portraits on Photocrowd
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Masters of Photography

How to Shoot Like Mary Ellen Mark
As a photographer who worked with people on the fringes of society, Mary Ellen Mark can show you how to create intuitive and emotional images with real impact.
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Technique Feature

How to Photograph Stags and Deer
Now is the time to get outdoors and capture the majestic displays of the deer mating season. We take a look at some quick tips to help you out.
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Behind the Lens

Up in the Air – 3 Incredible Images of Sports in Action

with Jonathan Bougie-Lauzon, Deon Coetzee and Alexander
Sports and athletics can provide scenes of real visual impact. We ask three photographers how they captured the action.
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Tips Feature

Small World – 8 Tips for Creative Miniature Photography

with Simon Stuart
Funny, creative, inspirational – the genre of Miniature Photography is all of these things. Simon Stuart shows you how to try it for yourself
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Mood Board

Beneath a Steel Sky – 16 Incredible Storm Images
As the seasons turn, expect dramatic skies and temperamental weather. We look at some of the best images of storms from our Photocrowd photographers
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Kit Guide

Pack Your Bag – choosing the best landscape photography equipment

with Stu Meech
Photographer Stu Meech guides you through his favourite camera, lenses and accessories to include in his got-to landscape photography kit
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Masters of Photography

How to Shoot Like William Eggleston
As perhaps the true pioneer of colour photography as an art form, William Eggleston is a massively influential figure. We look at how he did it.
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Technique Feature

Top Travel Photography Tips

with Tom Franklin de Waart
Going on your first travel photography trip can be an intimidating prospect. Photographer Tom Franklin de Waart offers some words of advice.
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Technique Feature

How to Shoot Star Trails
Star trails are a beautiful way of achieving epic images at night. We take a look at the most basic things you’ll need to think about when venturing out into the landscape.
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