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Area: London (East & Central but willing to travel) Sex: Female Types of photography: Macro, landscapes, architecture, some street photography Photography dislikes: Flash, fashion, fake Short notice?: Sometimes Weekends or Weekdays: Weekdays and weekends Day or Night: Both Can travel: Yes Has...

Hi, I've launched a photo competition on Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Photo-School/43983416175?v=app_7146470109) and a member is asking if she can send me a photo she has taken of a person. Am I right in thinking that as long as she has taken it, the copyright remains with her...

Hi, I am taking my photography group to Kew at the end of the month and would like to brush up on my macro knowledge of photographing flowers & plants. If anyone has books, podcasts, tutorials that they recommend, please let me know. Bryan Peterson's book 'Understanding Exposure' was...

I was going to write a reply, but I think CT's reply covers it fantastically! I didn't realise where the name 'stop' came from, but now it's nice to know it comes from the plates which 'stopped' light from reaching the light sensitive material. Thanks CT! I've been reading Bryan Peterson's...

I love my Canon camera and I have three lenses. The one it came with as part of the kit 18-55mm. I then needed a telephoto which I bought 55-200mm. It's a great starter kit. Then because I'm into macro, I got myself a macro lens, although learnt a lot taking macros photos with my telephoto lens...

Hi, I enjoyed reading "Travel Photography: A Guide to Taking Better Pictures" by Lonely Planet. It's easily to carry around with you and goes through all the basics, page by page. For blogs I'd recommend http://digital-photography-school.com Good luck! Natalie

I set up a photography club as a way of learning in bite-size chunks, as I'm a firm believer that becoming a good photographer is about being able to put into practice your new knowledge and see how it actually works. A lot of the tuition behind the workshops I organise (I get a pro in to do...

Yes it most be on auto, like you have discovered, to do that. Have you ever tried shooting on P for program? P can be used as the next step up from auto. It helps you with the exposure still but allows you to choose your own ISO and white balance which can be handy in low light shots.

I believe Picasa does an easy job of it for you. However I've always used Photoshop and masks.

London Photography Club - The Photo School I help coordinate photography events for a photography group. We're beginners - mostly SLRs but compact cameras too. The experience level ranges from never having touched a camera, to studied it over 20 years ago! We have free practice events...

Hi MikeyBoy, I organise a camera club in East & Central London. You'd be more than welcome to join. I think I have the same camera as you! www.meetup.com/london-photo-walks/ Natalie :)