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

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Andy Westlake assesses a unique telephoto lens for extreme close-up photography

As well as working on a weekly magazine, running a website and our social media platforms, we’re often out taking photos, whether for gear reviews or just for pure enjoyment outside of work. Here’s a selection of our favourite photos taken in 2025

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

Described as an antidote to throwaway culture, Suzy Bennett’s beautiful book, Artisans of Dartmoor , celebrates inspiring individuals who work in traditional crafts. Tracy Calder talks to her about the challenges involved in environmental portraiture