One of the rich joys of birding is that there are birds everywhere, including gardens and parks. Just get out and walk around, there’s no need to be quiet or furtive. Become familiar with your feather

This month: Improve composition Compose yourself for photographs that are worth looking at more than once

Rob Read examines how advances in camera technology have revolutionised the way we capture images of birdlife

Spotlight on readers’ excellent images and how they captured them

Espen Helland Wildlife photographer www.espenhelland.com

Britain’s seabird colonies are among the most spectacular in the world and you can experience them from the sea or land. Read on to find out where you can enjoy these incredible wildlife encounters