"A good photograph is knowing where to stand" - Ansel Adams

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	Hi Photographer,  A good photograph is, indeed, about knowing where to stand, as the late, great Ansel Adams once said. But let's be frank: it's also about knowing what kit you need to get the shot, and knowing your gear well enough to bring out the best in your subjects. This week we help you do just that, with in-depth guides to photo retouching, shooting in a dense forest environment, choosing the best monopod and probably our favourite cheat sheet all year - an illustrated guide to how your flash modes work! WIN A CANON EOS 1100D / REBEL T3! Whether you're taking your first steps into the world of DSLR photography or you're a seasoned vet looking for a quality back-up body, the Canon EOS 1100D / Rebel T3 is the perfect companion for your journey. Our friends at the photo management blog Photoventure are offering Digital Camera World readers the chance to win this camera.  Click here for details on the prize and how to enter!

			Forest Photography: tips for capturing the essence of your local woodland Wandering through woodland in summer, who can fail to be inspired by these colossal natural structures towering high above? Yet trying to convey this through our images is a challenge and one that is not easy to meet. In this tutorial, we share our best forest photography tips for capturing the enchanting essence of your local woodland. Read more »
			Photo Retouching: how to give your portraits a professional makeover Next in our popular Raw Tuesday series on using raw format we turn our attention to retouching. Our guide will show you how to give your portraits a stylish makeover by using a range of techniques to make eyes sparkle, create perfect teeth, beautiful lips, as well as sculpt body shape and make amazing hair. First up, how to create flawless skin! Read more »

			Best monopod for DSLR photography: 6 top models tested and rated Are you looking to find some more support for your camera but you don't want to always be lugging a tripod around? It sounds like a monopod could be right for you. We put six sensibly priced monopods to the test to find out which is the best monopod for DSLR photographers. Read more »
			What is flash sync? Your flash modes and when to use them (cheat sheet) What is flash sync? If you are new to flash photography you’ve probably been asking yourself this question. In our latest beginner’s guide to flash we explain how each of your flash modes work and offer up a handy photography cheat sheet that illustrates the process. Read more »

 

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