Macro

Macro Photography Starts Here: Essential Tools for Precision and Detail

BY Joe Donoghue May 8, 2026 Macro, Start Here

Macro photo of a honey bee clinging to the edge of a green leaf, collecting pollen with its fuzzy body visible in focus.

Macro photography opens up a completely different world. It’s where tiny details become massive subjects. Textures you’d normally overlook—petals, insects, water droplets—suddenly become the entire story. But capturing that level of detail isn’t just about getting close. It’s about control. Control of light.Control of focus.Control of movement. That’s why building a proper macro setup matters. If you’re getting started—or looking to level up—this guide breaks down the essential tools that help you create sharp, intentional, and professional macro images. Core Stability: Why Your Tripod Matters More Than You Think In macro photography, […]

Mastering Macro Bird Photography: Capturing the Hidden Details of Nature

BY Joe Donoghue March 7, 2025 Bird Photography

Bird photography is often associated with long telephoto lenses and wide landscapes, but macro bird photography offers a completely different perspective. By zooming in on the intricate details of feathers, eyes, and beaks, photographers can capture the fine textures and hidden beauty of birds that are often overlooked. Whether you’re new to macro photography or an experienced shooter looking to refine your techniques, this guide will provide essential tips, camera settings, and recommendations for capturing breathtaking close-ups of birds in different environments. What is Macro Bird Photography? Macro bird photography focuses on capturing birds at close […]

The Ultimate Guide To Macro Photography: Capturing The Minute

BY Henry's February 23, 2024 Macro

Dive deep into the intricate world with this guide to macro photography and videography, where the smallest subjects turn into pieces of immense beauty and complexity. This comprehensive guide to Macro photography is your key to unlocking the fascinating realm of the minute, offering essential tips, tricks, and gear recommendations for every level of expertise. Whether you’re a seasoned photographer looking to refine your skills or a newcomer eager to explore, we’ve got everything you need to start your macro photography journey. For more professional advice, and to explore gear […]

Taking The New Sony Alpha 7R V Inside A Butterfly House

BY Sony Alpha Universe March 13, 2023 Gear, Macro

Sony Artisan Caroline Jensen shares her experience using the new camera’s advancements, like Insect Eye AF, to photograph delicate and beautiful butterflies.

BODACIOUS BLOOMS

BY Vickie Reichardt April 10, 2019 Spring

Grab your gear and get shooting at these six gorgeous Canadian gardens by VICKIE REICHARDT The stunning stamens, the cascade of colours, an interesting insect perched on a petal – flowers can make for spectacular photo subjects. Here are six of the best spots across Canada to snap some beautiful blooms. ANNAPOLIS ROYAL HISTORIC GARDENS Annapolis Royal, Nova Scotia Part history lesson, part botanical utopia, these gardens’ 17 acres of flowers, trees and ornamental grasses are just two hours outside of Halifax. Explore the Victorian Garden’s 3,000 annuals; see the […]