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The flickering flames and cosy warmth of a wood-burning stove create a homely centrepiece that is hard to beat during the winter months. Whether used as a sole heat provider, ideal in off-grid situati

Photo Filters are used for colour correction, but combined with Blending modes, they are a versatile tool, says James Abbott

For the past decade we’ve been recommending Affinity Photo as an affordable, buy-once alternative to Adobe Photoshop, with companion apps Affinity Publisher and Affinity Designer making persuasive riv

Wendy Evans explains how to create disintegrating portraits with the help of Affinity Photo 2’s brushes, layer masks and Mesh tool

If you’re feeling the chill, adding a logburner will heat your home and boost your design credentials. Here’s how to include one in your scheme