Macro photography

Whether you're fascinated by the secret lives of tiny creatures or want to get creative and capture ordinary objects in a new light, our tips and techniques for close-up photography will take your macro photography skills to the next level.

Focus stacking for beginners

Photographer Matt Doogue explains how Canon's focus stacking tools can you help you capture macro shots and landscapes with front-to-back sharpness.

Macro photography tips

Macro photography made simple – discover the best kit, tips and techniques.

Macro food photography

Create interesting abstracts with food using Canon macro lenses.

Best starter kit for macro

Choosing cameras, lenses and accessories for detailed macro photography.

Take incredible bee macro photos

How to get great macro shots of tiny, fast-moving insects.

Discover the world of insects

Reveal the secret lives of tiny creatures with advice from Pierre Anquet.

Get lost in the details with macro

Four inventive tips for making a start in macro, using ordinary items to create extraordinary pics.

Shooting flowers reflected in droplets of water

Get creative with macro photography and discover how to capture beautiful images of flowers reflected in droplets of water.

Abstract macro photography

Shoot striking images of soap bubbles at home.

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Other techniques

Video

Tell your story with a movie

Lighting

Master the photo light anytime, anywhere

Vlogging

Share your passions with vlogging

Night

Find light in darkness

Time-lapse

Bring your photos to life with a time-lapse movie

Composition

Compose your shots like an artist

Black & white

Shoot in monochrome for timeless chic

Basics

Master the photo basics

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