Digital Photographer No. 236

© Marianne Chua This time of year is often a limbo period for photographers. While we might be looking forward to the promise of colourful spring landscapes, longer days and gorgeous light, we’re presented with a more bleak reality of winter scenes for months to come. Instead of shunning this monochrome time of year, why not embrace it and turn your camera towards black and white imagery? Inside this issue, you’ll find enough tips to become a master of monochrome photography. Turn to p22 for a guide to dramatic B&W scenes; p52 for a fine-art approach to the genre; and p102 to discover an expert review of the Leica Q2 Monochrom camera. With many of us stuck at home due to COVID lockdowns, now also feels like a good time…

This time of year is often a limbo period for photographers. While we might be looking forward to the promise of colourful spring landscapes, longer days and gorgeous light, we’re presented with a more bleak reality of winter scenes for months to come. Instead of shunning this monochrome time of year, why not embrace it and turn your camera towards black and white imagery? Inside this issue, you’ll find enough tips to become a master of monochrome photography. Turn to p22 for a guide to dramatic B&W scenes; p52 for a fine-art approach to the genre; and p102 to discover an expert review of the Leica Q2 Monochrom camera. With many of us stuck at home due to COVID lockdowns, now also feels like a good time to hunker down and refresh…

© Jeremy Flint PETER FENECH Peter is our in-house writer and photographer, and now our official technique editor – as of this month! In this issue, try out his expert black and white photography techniques in both the main feature on p36 and fine-art creative project on p52. Peter’s latest shooting tutorial is on p58, and he’s also tested two new lenses on p110. Website: www.digitalcameraworld.com VERITY MILLIGAN Verity is just as accomplished a writer as she is a landscape photographer. In our pro column this month, she shares how the fear of missing out (FOMO) can consume your creativity when it comes to taking pictures. On p114, find out how Verity brings herself back to the present when thoughts of FOMO creep in. Website: www.veritymilliganphotography.com JEREMY FLINT Before stricter…

PETER FENECH Peter is our in-house writer and photographer, and now our official technique editor – as of this month! In this issue, try out his expert black and white photography techniques in both the main feature on p36 and fine-art creative project on p52. Peter’s latest shooting tutorial is on p58, and he’s also tested two new lenses on p110. Website: www.digitalcameraworld.com VERITY MILLIGAN Verity is just as accomplished a writer as she is a landscape photographer. In our pro column this month, she shares how the fear of missing out (FOMO) can consume your creativity when it comes to taking pictures. On p114, find out how Verity brings herself back to the present when thoughts of FOMO creep in. Website: www.veritymilliganphotography.com JEREMY FLINT Before stricter COVID rules were introduced – in the UK, at least…

International photographer Rankin and musician Stefflon Don recently collaborated to create content entirely shot on the new Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G. The collection of portraits and social content pays tribute to the iconic female trailblazers of the 80s – those who inspired musicians like Stefflon Don, transformed culture, and paved the way for a new generation of visionaries. Rankin tested the photography features of the Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G Plus smartphone, including 8K shooting at 24fps, Video Snap to pull hi-res stills from video footage, and Director’s View to see, switch and select the best shot from each camera. We asked Rankin if he thinks the S21 Ultra represents a change in the way pro photographers will work with camera phones. “The S21 Ultra exceeds what a traditional camera phone is. Not only…

Red Bull Illume Image Quest, the world’s top adventure imagery contest, will open again for entries in March 2021. The annual competition showcases dynamic and captivating images of extreme sports, adventure and action from around the world, and illuminates the passion, lifestyle and culture behind the photographers that shoot them. A judging panel of 50 photo experts will select the Finalists, Category Winners and Overall Winner, to be unveiled at an award ceremony in November 2021. In 2019, a record-breaking 59,551 images were submitted by thousands of photographers – both amateur and pro – from countries all around the world. This year’s contest is open for submissions between 1 March and 31 July 2021. Discover the categories and enter for free at www.redbullillume.com…