Double Exposure Photography: when and why you should turn two images into one

    | Photography Tips | 30/05/2013 12:22pm
    Double Exposure Photography: how, when and why you'd want to turn two images into one

    What is double exposure photography? What started as a mistake in the days of film has been reclaimed by photographers over the years who are fascinated by its artistic merits. In this guide we explain what a double exposure is, when you might use this effect and what to do if your camera doesn’t offer a double exposure feature.

    Best external hard drive for photographers: 6 models tested and rated

    | Accessories, Reviews | 30/05/2013 00:01am
    Best external hard drive for photographers - Seagate GoFlex Desk 4TB

    Transporting your photo collection and creating all-important backups couldn’t be easier than with an external hard drive. In our latest group test we round up 6 of the best external hard drives for photographers to see which offers the best combination of storage capacity, convenience and value for money.

    Adobe adresses photographers’ Creative Cloud subscription, file legacy concerns

    | News | 29/05/2013 12:32pm
    Adobe addresses photographers' Creative Cloud subscription, file legacy concerns

    Adobe has issued a statement addressing photographers’ concerns about the Creative Cloud subscription-only model and the legacy of any work created in Photoshop CC, suggesting the company may soon offer a compromise.

    5 color photography mistakes every photographer makes (and how to fix them)

    | Photography Tips | 29/05/2013 00:01am
    5 color photography mistakes every photographer makes (and how to avoid them)

    In most situations modern cameras do a great job of getting color right, but every now and again something goes wrong. In this article we explain why some color photography errors occur and how to avoid making such mistakes in the future.

    Creative flash photography ideas: how to get artistic with your flower photos

    | Photography Tips | 28/05/2013 11:28am
    Creative flash photography ideas: get artistic with your flower photos

    Find out how to give your plant and flower photos a boost with this easy off-camera flash technique. This simple creative flash photography idea can be shot in any home studio, hassle-free.

    Raw Images: 10 things every beginner must know before ditching JPEG

    | Beginner | 28/05/2013 00:01am
    Raw Images: 10 things every beginner must know before ditching JPEG

    Raw format can be confusing, so our latest Raw Tuesday post offers a quick guide to help you get your head around shooting and editing raw images.

    Close-up Filters: how to magnify your subject for amazing macro-style pictures

    | Macro, Photography Tips | 27/05/2013 11:00am
    Close-up Filters: how to magnify your subject for amazing macro-style pictures

    Want a lightweight, low-cost way of getting in really close for macro-style pictures? A close-up filter may be just what you are after. In this tutorial we explain how to use them

    How to photograph anything: best camera settings to use in any situation

    | Beginner | 27/05/2013 00:01am
    How to photograph anything: best camera settings to use in any situation

    Over the course of our new Shoot Like A Pro series we’ll show you the best camera settings to use to shoot a range of subjects within the genres of portrait photography, landscape photography, street scene, wildlife photography, close-ups and more.

    To kick things off we’ll take a look at the common camera settings you’ll want to use every time you shoot and explain how and why you might want to change them.

    Photo Anatomy: anticipating the perfect moment in Formula 1 racing photography

    | Photography Tips | 26/05/2013 13:00pm
    Photo Anatomy: anticipating the perfect moment in Formula 1 racing photography

    In our Photo Anatomy series on Digital Camera World we select pictures by famous photographers and explain point by point what makes them work.

    In our latest instalment we discover how anticipation and technical skill combine in this outstanding Formula 1 photo, taken by Getty Images staff photographer Clive Mason.

    9 tried and tested photography tips that are still relevant today

    | Photography Tips | 26/05/2013 00:01am
    50 photography tips from jobbing pros to famous photographers

    In the latest guest post from our friends at the photo management blog Photoventure, we explain some of the best photography tips that have stood the test of time – and why they’re still relevant for what you want to shoot.