Amateur Photographer
Our images of the year
At AP we are very fortunate to view thousands of stunning images each year. It's hard to pick just one but here are some of our favourites from 2023 and what made them stand out from the rest
7 min |
December 19, 2023 - January 01, 2024 (Double Issue)
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Pure fantasy can be a visual reality
Left feeling uninspired by the almost industrial design of Sony Alpha cameras, Italian photographer Andrea Pizzini set about creating Algenerated versions of his favourite cameras. He shares his thoughts with James Abbott about what this new technology means to him
5 min |
December 19, 2023 - January 01, 2024 (Double Issue)
Amateur Photographer
Picture editors choices
Each year, the picture editors of every newspaper and media outlet sift through tens of thousands of images - some more memorable than others. Here, Peter Dench compiles a round-up of the most powerful photographs some of these visual editors have seen in 2023
6 min |
December 19, 2023 - January 01, 2024 (Double Issue)
Amateur Photographer
Our writers' choices
Those who contribute to AP see countless images throughout the year, so it takes a great deal for one to stand out. Here, four of our regulars choose the image that made an impact on them in 2023
3 min |
December 19, 2023 - January 01, 2024 (Double Issue)
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AP out and about
Rarely do you find a member of the AP team without a camera to hand, whether we're testing gear, shooting features, attending events and workshops or just out and about having fun outside of work. Here's a selection of our favourite photos taken in 2023
8 min |
December 19, 2023 - January 01, 2024 (Double Issue)
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Fully booked
The best books of 2023-as featured in AP-reveal another bumper year for book publishing, says Amy Davies
9 min |
December 19, 2023 - January 01, 2024 (Double Issue)
Amateur Photographer
Mini marvel
The compact, battery-powered Smoke NINJA adds a creative touch of mystery and impact to your shoots
2 min |
December 19, 2023 - January 01, 2024 (Double Issue)
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The year AI hit home
WHILE the past couple of annual news reviews have focused on the state of the camera market, the hot topic among the photographic community this year has been AI.
1 min |
December 19, 2023 - January 01, 2024 (Double Issue)
Amateur Photographer
Serve others with love
Devotion brings out the very best of the human spirit, photo legend Steve McCurry tells Damien Demolder, and helps give purpose to our lives
10+ min |
December 19, 2023 - January 01, 2024 (Double Issue)
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Remembering the greats
Sadly, more great photographers died this year. Here's our tribute - as photographers we are always standing on the shoulders of giants who've gone before
5 min |
December 19, 2023 - January 01, 2024 (Double Issue)
Photography week
HOW TO...MOVE ANY MOUNTAIN
Make radical shape-shifting edits to enhance your landscapes
1 min |
December 14, 2023
Photography week
NIKON Z F
Nikon's latest attempt to revive the days of film doubles down on retro charm, but it has the quality to back it up
6 min |
December 14, 2023
Photography week
LEAK IT LIKE A LOMOGRAPHER
This technique won't work for every image. However, in this one, there was already bright sunlight behind our subject. Here, we could add more convincing 'light leaks' and flare than if it had been shot on an overcast day
1 min |
December 14, 2023
Photography week
ATMOSPHERIC SEASCAPES
Landscape photographer Mark Bauer shows you how to capture dramatic coastal scenes that convey a sense of nature in motion
2 min |
December 14, 2023
Photography week
CRACK COLOUR GRADING
Learn how to convey your artistic vision, and create a consistent style within a portfolio
1 min |
December 14, 2023
Photography week
MAKE IT MONOCHROME
Use this advanced black-and-white editing technique to create timeless portraits in Lightroom
2 min |
December 14, 2023
Photography week
CANON ROLLS OUT FIRMWARE UPDATES FOR 7 EOS R CAMERAS
New updates fix a variety of major and minor issues, and add lens support
1 min |
December 14, 2023
Photography week
MASTER CUTTING-EDGE EDITING TECHNIQUES
Explore our collection of essential trending post-processing styles for success in a competitive market
1 min |
December 14, 2023
Photography week
LEAK IT LIKE A LOMOGRAPHER
Sun flares and light leaks are in right now - here's how to achieve these effects in Photoshop without overdoing it
1 min |
December 14, 2023
Photography week
PHOTO-BOMBING BIRD IMAGE WINS TOP WEDDING CONTEST
Winners of International Wedding Photographer of the Year 2023 are announced
1 min |
December 14, 2023
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Window to the universe
Our view of the night sky is changing. It is more important than ever before, to capture images of the night sky in its entirety
6 min |
December 12, 2023
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Behind the print
Wildlife photographer Ben Hall shares how he got his beautiful winter birds scene ready for print
3 min |
December 12, 2023
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FILM STARS Building bridges
John Wade charts the rise and fall of a brief 35mm boom
7 min |
December 12, 2023
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Animal magic
The EISA Maestro 2023 photo contest was on the theme of The Animal Kingdom. Here we showcase the excellent images by the International winners
3 min |
December 12, 2023
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Atomos Shinobi 7
Damien Demolder tests an external monitor for on-camera use
4 min |
December 12, 2023
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Final Analysis
Maria Falconer considers... Untitled, 2023 by Jim Mortram
2 min |
December 12, 2023
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DJI Mini 4 Pro
DJI's latest mini drone weighs less than 249g but it punches above its weight in the image-quality stakes. Angela Nicholson has been at the control sticks
3 min |
December 12, 2023
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Hats off
Photographer and artist David Drebin is based in New York City. Peter Dench talks to him about his new photo book of voyeuristic scenes that evoke emotions, psychological perspectives and insightful reflections into the viewers' own experiences
6 min |
December 12, 2023
Photography week
MIST OPPORTUNITIES
James Paterson shows you how to use mist and fog to create striking landscapes
5 min |
December 07, 2023
Photography week
5 EASY PORTRAIT STYLES
Shining the spotlight on five techniques that will make your portraits stand out
10+ min |