Turn everyday encounters with birds, bees & bugs into INSTA-WORTHY IMAGES you’ll want to show off

Jonathon Isola, Chandler, Arizona, USA

Nadia Shaikh seeks good company for a search-and-gorge to get her through the ruthless darkness of the winter months

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 pick of the best titles about photography published this year – each one will make an ideal festive season gift for lovers of the medium…

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