Welcome to the Love Your Lens Blog
If you want to take better photos — whether with your camera, your phone or in Lightroom — you’re in the right place. This blog is packed with simple, practical tips for beginners and improvers, plus plenty of food photography advice and creative ideas to try at home.
I’ve taught photography for over 17 years, and my aim is always the same: to help you feel more confident, less overwhelmed and excited to pick up your camera. Have a browse, learn something new, and start taking photos you love.
How to photograph babies – 7 top tips from a professional
When my kids were born I barely knew which way up to hold a camera, never...
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New camera? Why you need to get off AUTO.
Had a new camera for Christmas? If you are one of the lucky people who...
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How to photograph crafts
How to photograph crafts Do you have beautiful products that you lovingly hand craft and...
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How to photograph fireworks
How to photograph fireworks One thing I’ve never got round to photographing is fireworks. I’ve...
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Get creative with your camera
One of the best ways to improve your photography is to take photographs as often...
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Photo Composition Rules: Balance
This is quite a tricky composition rule to explain and it’s one that we probably apply...
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Superzoom lenses – are they the right choice for you?
I often find myself recommending “superzoom” lenses to students on Love Your Lens courses and...
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What’s in the bag… for an Italian wedding
In just over 24 hours I’ll be heading to a beautiful mountain village in the...
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7 things that have made me a better photographer
I have never stopped learning and developing my skills as a photographer and I don’t...
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