If you’re planning to enter our Urban Life round, which launches next week, take these tips from four of last year’s top ten photographers

Jonathon Isola, Chandler, Arizona, USA

The latest winners of Bird Photographer of the Year were as stunning as ever. Jade Burrell writes about the contest and the overall winner as we showcase our favourites

Our favourite photos posted by readers on our social media channels this week

The award-winning photographer has just published a book about how to succeed in the medium. Niall Hampton finds out more

Each round, we shine a spotlight on a selection of excellent entries from the many camera clubs that enter APOY