Shot of the day!

We head to Yorkshire’s ‘Seabird City’ for a day of photographic mentoring from top pro Ellie Rothnie

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

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

Spotlight on readers’ excellent images and how they captured them

From Lensbaby optics to binoculars and sandals, 27 photographers talk to CUPOTY co-founder Tracy Calder about their go-to gear for prize-winning close-up pictures

If you’re planning to enter our Night and Low Light round, which launches next week, take these tips from three of last year’s top ten photographers