Amateur Photographer

Published by Time Inc. (UK) Ltd Amateur Photographer is the world's oldest weekly magazine for photography enthusiasts. With its unique weekly format, it is the first for news and events, plus features on techniques, equipment tests and darkroom advice. It appeals to those interested in buying and learning about digital and film photographic equipment, wanting advice on improving their technique, and learning about the greats in photography. Regular features on reader portfolios, darkroom, digital, black & white and photographer profiles ensure all areas of photography are covered. With an audience of dedicated photography enthusiasts.

Welcome

THIS ISSUE’S CONTRIBUTORS

MPB Hall of Fame inductees announced

Buy a calendar, help the homeless

Group effort

Third-party RF-mount lenses? Maybe…

Say hello to Cyanbird

Major portrait prize shortlist revealed

Powerful new wireless mic

Rodney Smith: A Leap of Faith • You may think you know the work of Rodney Smith, says Amy Davies, but this new book showcases a lot more than just the classics

Books & exhibitions • The latest and best books and exhibitions from the world of photography

It's good to share • Our favourite photos posted by readers on our social media channels this week

Is bigger better, or is small truly beautiful? • ‘Which format should I use?’ is a perennial question and it’s as relevant now in the digital world as it was back in the days of sheet film. Will Cheung looks at whether Micro Four Thirds or full frame is best for nature

Amateur Photographer of the Year • Here are the top ten images uploaded to Photocrowd from Round Six, Architecture, with comments by the AP team and our guest judge

Top used cameras and lenses for wildlife • Wildlife photography is demanding enough, without worrying about how much your camera and lenses cost. These great used deals from MPB allow you to enjoy the genre without needing a second mortgage

Amateur Photographer

Inbox • Write to the Editor at ap.ed@kelsey.co.uk and include your full postal address. Please don’t send letters in the post as there is no one in the office to receive them. Replies are from the Editor unless otherwise stated

Local guardians • Want to take great wildlife photos without spending a fortune and going halfway around the world? Keith Wilson spoke to five photographers who have won awards and acclaim for the pictures they take closer to where they live – right here, in Britain

The quest for the perfect bear By Paul Souders • Photographer and author Paul Souders recalls the voyage he made in a small boat to get this image of a polar bear in the Canadian Arctic. But, as he tells Keith Wilson, it wasn’t all plain sailing…

A deeper understanding • Getting to know a wildlife location or country in depth can help you achieve better images. Jonathan Scott tells Graeme Green how local knowledge has benefitted his and Angela Scott’s work in Kenya’s Maasai Mara, while five other photographers from African countries share their tips

Diving with sharks • Surfer Mike Coots talks to Graeme Green about survival, his love of the oceans, and taking sharks’ portraits…

16 essential accessories for wildlife photographers • Camera bodies and lenses aside, the right gear can help you take better photos – and make your life more pleasant, comfortable, and safe while you’re doing so. Here, wildlife photographer Graeme Green talks through some of the best gear for wildlife photographers, from camera backpacks to clothing

A bird in the hand • Take a look at the runners-up for the UK round of EISA’s Maestro competition, the theme of which was ‘The Animal Kingdom’

Object removal and retouching in Affinity • Rod Lawton explains how to use...