At first glance, winter can seem empty—little color, few plants, and not much movement. But in reality, it’s packed with details you won’t find at any other time of year. Frost creates delicate and prickly shapes, ice hides tiny bubbles and frozen flowers. Winter macro photography tends to be minimalist, with clean structures and simple forms, while melting ice can turn an ordinary twig or blade of grass into a surprisingly photogenic subject.  

Do you want to try macro photography and capture fascinating close-ups of flowers, insects, and plants? You don’t need to spend a fortune on pricey gear! Learn how to use everyday camera equipment, light, and a few creative tricks to get stunning macro shots of nature and discover the magic of close-ups in your garden, the woods, or a meadow.  

For most people, camera lens filters are a round piece of glass that screw onto the front of the lens. But what if your lens is too long or wide, or you need to move the filter while shooting? There are several different options for these cases—ranging from relatively standard filters to highly specialized ones designed for specific lenses.

The majority of photographers spend their time shooting things that are normally observable. But it is possible to use your camera differently and immerse yourself in a world that is usually unseen, or at the very least, not seen in great detail. Embark on a journey with us to the limits of normal Macro photography. We’ll show you one of the methods for photographing Super Macro, that is, Macro with larger magnification. 

Macro photography is a genre that just about everyone tries. Some people stick with it, while others never come back. If you try macro and if you’re the sort who doesn’t like to give up, then don’t let cold weather drive you away from it. Did you know you can take great macro pictures in the comfort of your home? With a little work, you can even give these pictures a genuine “outdoor” look. We’ll show you how.

It’s hard not to know the word “macro” as a photographer. But we don’t all really understand it, and we especially mix it up with close-ups: photos of details. So let’s close in and get these two straight.

Macro is very tempting when you’re starting out in photography. But it can also be a real challenge. It’s actually one of the most technically challenging genres. Especially when you’re working outdoors and have to fight the wind and more. So join us for a look at how best to tackle outdoor macro photography.

Macro photography is one of the most technically complex types of photography. That’s because it brings many difficulties related to everything from light to focusing to merging shots. Let’s take a look at the most common macro photography mistakes, unravel how they arise, and learn how to avoid them.

Have you ever admired a beautiful macro photo of dewdrops on a flower that reflected the world around it, and thought that it must be a hard photo to take? It’s not; pictures like these simply need a little preparation and a few basic accessories.

Macro photography is one of those genres where equipment really matters. Even in ordinary photography, it’s all about light, and in macro photography that goes double, especially when it comes to light diffusion.