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

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

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

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

The search for still-life subjects led the artist Kate Friend to some of the greatest gardens and gardeners in the country, discovers Tiffany Daneff

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…