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Inexpensive Close-Up Photography – Extension Tubes

Simple tubes bring remarkable results. Macro photography allows you to capture images of small subjects, detail and pattern. Unfortunately, macro lenses are expensive. In the last two articles I looked at inexpensive ways to do close-up photography. These showed how … Continue reading

Inexpensive Close-Up Photography – Reverse Rings

Anyone can use reverse rings. Close-up or macro photography is something every photographer should try. However, a macro lens can be an expensive investment. This series covers inexpensive ways to get great close-up results. The first article “Inexpensive Close-Up Photography … Continue reading

Inexpensive Close-Up Photography – close-up rings

Close up Lenses… Photographers are often drawn to small, fascinating details in the world around them. Dedicated macro lenses can cost a lot of money, but you don’t need one to get started with close-up photography. This article will explore … Continue reading

Sidelight – How to capture great texture in your photographs

The capture of texture depends on the angle of light. It is that simple. The lower you get your light to the side of your subject the more you will create shadows that stand out. Photographers have long recognised the … Continue reading

Focus On Imaging NEC Birmingham 3 – 6 March 2013

A broad range of new equipment. It appeared from busy aisles at this years Focus On Imaging Exhibition  that photographic business is actively fighting off the economic depression, possibly even in rude health. With around one hundred and sixty exhibitors … Continue reading

Three “laws” of street photography that will help you

Street photography is not as chaotic as you imagine. Most people behave in predictable ways in public. Understanding the general “laws” of street photography can really help you get the shots you want and capture the most interesting characters. Here … Continue reading

Twelve Simple tips for atmospheric candlelight shots

Candles put out a wonderful light… Everyone feels the atmospheric impact of candlelight. The colour and the low light seems to draw you in. Capturing that light is easy with a few simple hints. Lets look at what is needed… … Continue reading