Winter wonderland

Lauren Scott goes in search of snowy scenery and brings you everything you need to know about shooting in beautiful but brrr-inducing landscapes

Dress well, shoot well: improve your landscape shots this frosty season

Many parts of the world are lucky enough to have four distinct seasons. For landscape lovers, that means four different seasons of weather, conditions and climates to capture and enjoy. After the glorious warm hues of autumn, winter can seem cold and drab in comparison (and the perfect time to put away your camera and hibernate). Brave it out in the cold, though, and you’ll often be rewarded with some stunning photo opportunities. While it might not snow in every location, elements such as frost and ice are just as photogenic.

At this time of year, the sun hangs much lower over the horizon, so there’s plenty of opportunity for backlighting subjects. For the sleepier shooters among us, later sunrise times in winter also mean setting a later alarm. Here we’ll cover the best ways to capture, enhance and embrace the winter light and conditions. Learn to protect yourself and your gear from the elements, then brush up on your shooting techniques and compositions to get the most from the season. Grab your gloves, Thermos flask, hand warmers and your camera – and get out there...