“WHEN WORDS BECOME UNCLEAR, I SHALL FOCUS WITH PHOTOGRAPHS”

Setting the tone is often easier with a quote, and who better to begin our Black & White issue than Ansel Adams – master of the monochrome landscape. In our main feature on p28, we’re using clear words and explaining how you can create impactful scenes in the absence of colour. Learn to really think in B&W, rather than just shooting a landscape and converting it to greyscale in Photoshop when you get home.

Many of us are already thinking ahead to our summer holidays, but our travel feature will show you how to take stunning shots at any time. From p42, Jeremy Flint explains how to plan your trips, pack and prep the right kit, and then turn tourist shots into more captivating results at exotic destinations.

Shooting familiar locations also has its merits, so turn to p56 to discover how to hone your skills a bit closer to home with Craig Reilly’s ten tips for amazing street photography.

And for more photography techniques, turn to p78 for a creative portrait project, followed by bitesize tutorials on handheld long exposure and rim lighting.

This month, our pro section is geared around the online space. Print & share (p70) will help you to protect your images from theft, while on p88 we’ve compiled ten ways to improve your Instagram profile, engage with audiences and boost your exposure. Instagram is a powerful sharing tool, and with that in mind, tag your photos on Instagram with #mydigitalp for a chance to be our next featured photographer.

We end the issue with our expert reviews, including messenger bags (p96), the Olympus OM-D E-M5 III (p104), Fujifilm X-A7 (p108), the Nikon Nikkor Z 58mm f/0.95 S Noct lens (p 110) and new accessories. Enjoy!