Digital Photographer

Digital Photographer

Digital Photographer is the ultimate monthly photography magazine for enthusiasts and pros in today’s digital marketplace.

Every issue readers are treated to interviews with leading expert photographers, cutting-edge imagery, practical shooting advice and the very latest high-end digital news and equipment reviews. The team includes seasoned journalists and passionate photographers such as the Editor Peter Fenech, who are well positioned to bring you authoritative reviews and tutorials on cameras, lenses, lighting, gimbals and more.

Whether you’re a part-time amateur or a full-time pro, Digital Photographer aims to challenge, motivate and inspire you to take your best shot and get the most out of your kit, whether you’re a hobbyist or a seasoned shooter. 

Articles by: Digital Photographer

Interview: Richard Koek

Sometimes, I let my subjects know I was photographing them, sometimes I didn’t. It was a constant battle of choices, but as an outsider, I was often forgiven for my rudeness

By Kim Bunermann, Digital Photographer published

feature Richard Koek on his photographic portrait of a city with fascinating contrasts

Low-tide landscapes

If you want to shoot low-tide landscapes you need to get your camera down low

By Peter Fenech published

Tutorial Master the challenges of coastal locations at low tide with a careful approach to composition

Black-and-white image, showing an abstract scene from a bird's perspective, paths are shown and a person is placed where paths meet

"I used the photomontage technique in post-processing and digitally combined two separate images"

By Kim Bunermann, Digital Photographer published

why shots work Photographer Ali Zolghadri tells us about the story behind his shot 'Astray', shot at Instanbul Airport in Turkey

Person sitting with the back to the camera on a stone on a mountain, looking through the viewfinder of the camera, capturing the sunset

It's time to break the internet with your photography using these key posting strategies!

By Digital Photographer published

Tutorial Grow your reach online and get your photos seen across the globe by mastering influencer marketing with pro advice by Gordon Glenister

Black and white photograph showing cutting of the willow

"I wanted to create a photo archive that tells the story of the farm so the craft is preserved for future generations"

By Kim Bunermann published

OPINION Josh Lomen showcases the traditional craft of willowing, casting a spotlight on the impact of willow farms on the picturesque Somerset landscape

Orangemonkie Foldio3

Orangemonkie Foldio3 review – a portable studio for product photography

By Digital Photographer published

review This portable studio is perfect for giving your product, still life or macro shot a professional look

Ambulance car standing in front of a part of the BRI building

"RapidBlues is a photography and social media project that reflects my passion for both my profession and my photography"

By Kim Bunermann, Digital Photographer published

why shots work RapidBlues about the passion to pursue photography and the story behind the shot showing the Bristol Royal Infirmary

Build your portfolio

Starting out in photography with a limited portfolio is challenging. Here’s how to jump-start your career as a photographer

By Digital Photographer, Peter Fenech published

Tutorial No portfolio, no experience. No experience, no portfolio - time to break this cycle

DPH285

Master minimalist photography with Digital Photographer Magazine Issue 285, out now!

By Digital Photographer published

Magazine Discover all of the pro tips and practical advice you need with the latest issue of Digital Photographer on your digital devices or delivered to your door

Donn Delson photographing from a helicopter

"Keeping the camera steady in a vibrating door-less helicopter with the wind blasting in is one of the most important tasks", Donn Delson on photography at 3000 feet

By Kim Bunermann, Digital Photographer published

Interview Donn Delson takes his photography to new heights using a helicopter to capture the world from above

Portrait retouching workshop IV: Create dramatic backgrounds

Portrait retouching workshop: Create dramatic backgrounds in Photoshop

By Paul Wilkinson published

Tutorial Pro photographer Paul Wilkinson explains how to craft creative backgrounds with the help of the latest AI tools

Editing Tutorial: Colour Grading

Apply any color grading style with just a few clicks in Affinity Photo

By Kim Bunermann, Digital Photographer published

Tutorial Learn how to achieve any look (and we mean any!) in less than 5 minutes of editing time in Affinity Photo 2.0

Future

Shoot incredible autumnal landscape shots with Digital Photographer Magazine Issue 284, out now!

By Digital Photographer published

Magazine Discover all of the pro tips and practical advice you need with the latest issue of Digital Photographer on your digital devices or delivered to your door

Aftermath of the volcanic explosion of the Volcan de Fuego in Guatemala

"This photo shows the view from our cabin door at base camp. Not bad, is it?"

By Kim Bunermann, Digital Photographer published

why shots work Photographer Diego Rizzo tells us about the story behind his shot 'Aftermath of a Volcanic Explosion' captured in Guatemala

Editing Tutorial: Create Wet Plate Portraits

Create wet plate collodion portraits with this photo-editing trick

By Kim Bunermann, Digital Photographer published

Tutorial We show you how to recreate the collodion process for enhanced detail in Affinity Photo 2

Two blue-cheeked bee-eaters placed in the image centre eating insects in the middle of a meadow with flowers blossom

"In my opinion, shooting from a lower perspective brings out the best in many photos"

By Kim Bunermann published

Why shots work Anoop Raghavan Manikkoth shares four photographic decisions for capturing detailed wildlife in atmospheric sceneries

Why Shots Work: Still-life Photography

“My still-life photos are inspired by Old Masters and modern still-life paintings”

By Kim Bunermann, Digital Photographer published

Why shots work Ronni Allen analyses her photo ‘The Reign of the Victoria Plum’ and discusses four key points...

ME Creations by Linda Wride

"The key to multiple exposure is to select photos with compositions that complement each other when overlaid"

By Digital Photographer published

OPINION Inspired by this year's Photography and Video Show, Linda Wride uses a multi-exposure technique to blend subjects and create abstract images with a graphical touch

Portrait retouching workshop III: Enhance facial features

Portrait photography retouching workshop: Brightening eyes and teeth

By Digital Photographer published

Tutorial Apply advanced retouching to your subject’s eyes and teeth for realistic but transfixing detail

Digital Photographer Issue 283

Master fine-art flower photography with Digital Photographer Magazine Issue 283, out now!

By Digital Photographer published

Magazine Discover all of the pro tips and practical advice you need with the latest issue of Digital Photographer on your digital devices or delivered to your door

Portrait retouching workshop I: Skin retouching

Portrait photography retouching workshop: retouch skin in Photoshop

By Digital Photographer published

Tutorial Pro photographer Paula Stopka explains how to retouch skin while maintaining a natural and authentic look

Photo CV: Ajuan Song

"I’m currently immersed in a cyanotype project, blending digital photos with analogue processes and incorporating drawings. It’s a fresh perspective on photography, an innovative approach to artistic exploration"

By Digital Photographer, Peter Fenech published

Feature We profile creative and abstract photographer Ajuan Song's career journey for insight on becoming established in the industry

Interview: Uncovering Photo History

"The book is an introduction to the half a million photos we hold. Even though it only includes 100 images, it’s all about raising awareness so that people associate the National Trust with photography"

By Kim Bunermann, Digital Photographer published

feature Anna Sparham and Petra Felgen on their revealing book, '100 Photographs from the Collections of the National Trust'

Photo CV - Christy Lee Rogers

"I shoot painterly photos underwater. Here's the kit and techniques I use"

By Digital Photographer, Peter Fenech published

Feature Christy Lee Rogers is a renowned photographic artist whose work underwater resembles the very best Renaissance oil paintings

Shoot your best summer landscapes

How to tame harsh summer light with your camera

By Kim Bunermann published

Tutorial Learn how your camera can manage the tonal range of summer light, and use its intense characteristics to your benefit

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