Week 21: 8 Autumn photos to shoot this month

October 5, 2017

8 shots to take this month to catch the crisp change in seasons.

Week 20: Japanese edit

September 12, 2017

Have you wondered how some of those Instagram accounts get the subtle-but-eye-catching quirky colour effect on their flower pictures? It's a breeze in Lightroom. 2 steps and you're done.

Week 19: Stop sunflare with your hat

August 22, 2017

If you're shooting into the sun, sometimes the lens hood just doesn't cut it. No need for new kit - fix this problem with your hand or a hat if you have one.

Week 18: How to get the Hipster faded look in editing

August 15, 2017

The easiest way to get the moody faded look is with the app VSCO. This post shows you how to tweak the HB2 filter for fine control whilst keeping a consistent look between images. At the end I show you the Lightroom edits that give you a similar effect to the VSCO HB2 filter.

Week 17: 1 Ammi, 7 different photos

August 1, 2017

Using one single stem of ammi, natural daylight and the same camera setup, you can easily create 4 completely different images.

Week 16: Art filters on your phone - Prisma app review

July 18, 2017

Get effects previously only available to Photoshop users with a whole morning to spare. Gorgeous art filters in 1 click - all on your phone. Apple & Android.

Week 15: Phone vs DSLR in the field

July 4, 2017

How to play to the strengths of your phone camera in the field, and come home with images you are delighted with.

Canon 6D, 50mm, ISO 100, f16, 1/13 sec, tripod (+1.5 exposure compensation)

Week 14: Getting an even light for floral flatlay

June 27, 2017

Do your white flowers often come out too dark when you photograph them? There's a quick fix to stop this happening.