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.

A week in photography

The Golden Hinde by Evening Standard

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

From the archive • Nigel Atherton looks back at past AP issues

Intimate landscapes • Three photographers discuss the art and craft of intimate spring photography, and how to make your images stand out from the rest, with Claire Gillo

Charlotte’s top tips

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Mark’s top tips

Technique SPRING SCENICS

Jo’s top tips

LETTER OF THE WEEK

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Join the Club • This club caters to all skill levels and is celebrating its 50th year

Club essentials

Brake out • After lockdown, a rumour has been building about the increase in popularity of the photo-van as photographers let loose and take to the road. Peter Dench finds out more

Top van tips

Marsel van Oosten

Planning is everything • In his latest column, nature photographer Marsel van Oosten explains why planning is essential for him…

Digital time travel • Replicate the time-honoured look of daguerreotype portraits without the faff and expense. James Abbott is your guide

Add emulsion marks

How to create a daguerreotype look • Extreme settings and the use of Layers provide a gateway to an iconic photo process

Rotolight NEO 3 and AEOS 2 • Ian Pack tests these next-generation full-colour LED continuous lights, which are designed for photographers as well as videographers

At a glance

Rotolight AEOS 2

Rotolight NEO 3

FILM STARS Disco tech • John Wade charts the rise and fall of the revolutionary Disc cameras

Manfrotto Street Slim Backpack • Andy Westlake tests an ingenious backpack that offers a choice of front or rear access

MATCHING TECH ORGANISER POUCH

Best Buys • A round-up of the AP testing team’s favourite and most highly rated kit, including both cameras and all kinds of accessories, across a wide range of price points

Final Analysis • Tim Clinch considers… ‘The Truth is in the Soil’ by Ioanna Sakellaraki