If you’re just getting started in the field of
We’ve put together a list of 15 of the best
General Magazines
These are magazines that give great general advice for numerous kinds of
1. Outdoor Photography
This is the go-to magazine for photographing anything outdoors. That includes nature, landscape, wildlife, and much more. If you’re interested in taking photographs outside, this is the magazine for you.
It includes feature articles by top professional photographers, and it provides technical advice about gear for both amateurs and professionals.
2. Digital Photographer
This is a great magazine for
The content is written by experts who are well-established in the industry. And, there’s a “Behind the Scenes” section that allows readers to see just how the pros work. It will give you great ideas and inspiration for your own work. It covers every genre from astrophotography to wildlife
Regional Magazines
3. Australian Photography Magazine – Australia
This magazine’s been around for almost 60 years and is one of the best-selling
The articles cover contemporary topics, such as post-production, gear reviews, useful
4. Photo Review Magazine – Australia
This is a quarterly magazine that has great information for photographers of every level. The magazine has tips that are written in an easy-to-read style, and they cover everything from what camera to buy, to shooting, organizing, and then editing and printing your photographs.
They also feature high-quality images from professional photographers in their portfolio section. And, the content then gives details about just how those pros got those inspirational shots. When they review equipment, they do so thoroughly with great details regarding performance.
5. British Journal of Photography – United Kingdom
This is one of the oldest
Each month, the content of the magazine is organized around a theme, such as wildlife
6. Amateur Photographer Magazine – United Kingdom
This is a weekly magazine that was first published in October of 1884. It offers the latest news and reviews regarding
The features include reader portfolios, unbiased product reviews, technical tips, tests on equipment, and general information regarding film and digital
7. PhotoEd – Canada
This magazine is published in Canada, and has the specific goal of educating and inspiring Canadian
It has an educational structure that features tutorials, how-to’s and guides. It also has a reader’s section that features images from new learners. It is published three times per year.
Technical Magazines
8. Black and White Magazine
This magazine is one that is dedicated to fine art
It is full of inspirational photographs that will show you how to create more than a photo; rather it will help you create a work of photographic art. It is considered a great magazine for any level of photographer out there.
9. Nature Photographer
This is another magazine that is only published three times per year. It is considered one of the top
The content also researches locations known for great wilderness
10. Silvershotz
This was originally called Black & White enthusiast. In 2004, the name was changed to Silvershotz, and the format of the magazine changed to an online interactive platform. They do print an annual book each year in November, and it features 25 portfolios from their online publications. Its content now focuses on contemporary
The articles are themed, and the content also includes technical information, in-depth interviews, and book reviews. Readers can share images on Facebook, and vote for their favorite photographers. Each year, the top 15 photographers are chosen from that platform and featured in the annual print edition.
11. Aperture
This is a quarterly magazine founded in 1952. It covers a wide range of subjects including topics as diverse as outdoor
The content pushes photographers to think from a different perspective and strive to produce unique images. The magazine also produces content about new ideas in the field, debates, projects, and more, all centered on a theme for that issue. It also has fewer advertisements than other magazines, so there is less distraction from the rich content. It is one of the pricier magazines, but the content makes it worth the money.
12. Better Photography Magazine
This is an Australian magazine that is aimed at both amateur and professional photographers. It focuses on the information you need about photographic techniques that will allow you to capture the best images. It is published quarterly, and each issue has information that will be valuable to both novices and pros.
The articles feature interviews with successful photographers, and include detailed information alongside the samples of their work. They also focus on the stories behind the photos. Additionally, you’ll find equipment reviews, readers’ photo galleries as well as competitions and information on workshops.
13. Black and White Minimalism
This magazine, as the name suggests, focuses on black and white images that are of reduced complexity for a minimalist style. The focus is on the balance between light, shadows, and grey tones. It is really an art form, since the images use very few details to convey the concept of minimalism while, at the same time, they create a unique visual experience.
There are also interviews with the artists, who detail how they captured such a unique image. The magazine is free if viewed online, and readers can also submit their images for possible publication.
14. Digital Camera
This magazine is also known as Digital Camera World, and it is a British magazine. It is considered one of the best magazines for DSLR
This magazine is an excellent way for beginners to learn more about that. It offers 13 issues per year, and the magazine also covers information about the latest equipment as well as tips and techniques that the experts use.
15. Shutter
There’s a couple of reasons this is one of the best
They use the latest techniques and the content is relevant to the audience, which is conceived of as aspiring professionals. But, the content is easy-to-read for all levels of photographers, and the tips are relevant for many other genres as well. For example, a current article is about creating a successful
Each of the magazines listed above offer beginners expert advice on taking stunning, memorable images. If you’re an aspiring professional or just an avid amateur, these magazines are a great way to improve your skills and capture the images that will leave you breathless.
Whether you just want general information or looking for tips in a specific genre of
A few of these magazines are free if viewed online, and many more are budget friendly, and so, there’s no reason why you can’t utilize these great resources to improve your photographs. And, many of them allow readers to submit their own images for review and possible publication. There’s also great advice for professionals in these publications! So, if you’re looking to improve your photos, look no further than the pages of any one of these great magazines for photographers.
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