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Read: #WexLandscapeTips: Advice and Images from the Wex Community
We’re looking for advice to help photographers hone their skills in a new subject. This time it’s landscapes, so get sharing using the hashtag #WexLandscapeTips Read More02 December 2020
Read: #WexPortraitTips: Advice and Images from the Wex Community
We’re looking for advice to help photographers hone their skills in a new subject. First up is portraiture, so share your tips and shots using the hashtag #WexPortraitTips! Read More26 November 2020
Read: Filming the Tigers of Scotland | An interview with Leanne Gater
How do you go about filming one of the world’s rarest animals? With the right kit and the help of Wex Rental, of course! Read More14 September 2020
Read: #WexAtHome: Staying Creative During Lockdown
Staying creative during lockdown can be tough. How have you stayed active as a photographer in these challenging circumstances? Read More21 April 2020
Read: Perspective | Why the smartphone has been bad news for photojournalism
Is the democratisation of photography a good thing? Ben Davis is yet to be convinced… Read More23 December 2019
Read: Christmas with Wex | Competitions, Inspiration and Advice
Get in the mood for Christmas with Wex Read More04 November 2019
Read: In the Studio with the Light Revolution
We spend a day on a shoot with the device that’s promising to revolutionise (sorry) studio photography – the Light Revolution Read More30 August 2019
Read: Photographing the moon landing | The Hasselblad cameras of Apollo 11
How Hasselblad and ZEISS hitched a ride on Apollo 11’s Saturn V, and documented one of the most pivotal moments of the 20th century Read More19 July 2019
Read: Sony’s Eye AF for Animals | Testing firmware v3.0 in Morocco
Matt Parry tests out Sony’s new Eye AF for Animals mode and makes some feline friends in the process Read More25 June 2019
Read: 7 tips for shooting stunning wildlife macro photos
The subjects might be small, but Ellie Rothnie shows you how to produce big results, with her seven simple tips for macro photography Read More30 May 2019
Read: Perspective | Why technology will never replace graft in photography
“I’m a pretty firm believer that technology – no matter how good it gets – will never replace graft,” says Tom Mason Read More16 May 2019
Read: Landscape photography on the Isle of Skye
The gorgeously scenic Isle of Skye is a photographer’s paradise – Chris Orange explores its secrets Read More28 March 2019
Read: Early pioneer female photographers that you’ve probably never heard of
Countless female pioneers have made defining contributions to photography. Jon Devo explores some of the key trailblazers Read More07 March 2019
Read: The best landscape photography locations on the Antrim Coast
Jeremy Flint reveals his favourite photographic locations on the beautiful Antrim Coast, some of which have featured in the hugely popular 'Game of Thrones' television series Read More28 February 2019
Read: Should I calibrate my monitor? Why colour consistency matters and how to achieve it
If you regularly print or share your images online, you might consider calibrating your monitor with a specialist device like Datacolor’s new SpyderX Pro Read More11 February 2019
Read: 10 Scenes from a Photographic Tour of Chernobyl: Part 2
The second part of Rich Broome’s trip to document one of the most radioactive locations on the planet Read More14 January 2019
Read: 10 Scenes from a Photographic Tour of Chernobyl: Part 1
Rich Broome’s desire to photograph something different took him to one of the most radioactive locations in the world Read More03 January 2019
Read: Perspective | It’s You, Not the Camera
Tom Mason reckons too much emphasis is placed on the camera, rather than the photographer… Read More12 December 2018
Read: Under the Surface | Underwater Photography with Lexi Laine
Join Wex Photo Video and underwater photographer Lexi Laine for a glimpse behind the scenes of an incredible project in the enchanting cenotes of Mexico. Read More26 November 2018
Read: Sony Meets UK Shooters | Five Tips for Low-Light Photography
We teamed up with Sony and UK Shooters in October, and joined hordes of photographers as they took unique Halloween-themed images in low light Read More26 November 2018