'If you've just bought your first camera...this inspiring book is just what you need' - Black and White Photography While digital cameras and smartphones have made photography more accessible than ever, knowing exactly how to take skilful, stunning photos isn't so straightforward. In this essential book for every amateur photographer, photography writer Ben Hawkins uses his extensive experience to deliver a unique modular system of learning. Covering all of the key genres, a range of diverse projects will teach every essential skill, technique and technical competency, while also offering inspiration and delivering beautiful images for your first portfolio. - Master every skill, technique and camera setting essential for great photography. - Learn at your own pace through a difficulty-rated modular system that increases in challenge as your competency grows. - Get to grips with every genre of photography from landscapes to portraits and nature to reportage.

'An ideal introduction for anyone looking to explore the medium of film' - Black & White Photography In a world where we are bombarded with visual imagery, making your photos stand out from the crowd is getting harder by the day, but film will give you that edge - and let you discover a whole new way of shooting in the process. In this in-depth and inspirational guide, photography journalist Ben Hawkins and pro photographer Liza Kanaeva-Hunsicker reveal the techniques, tips and secrets for success when shooting film. - Learn to shoot on film, from the essential basics to advanced techniques - Make the right choices with an in-depth guide to buying second-hand cameras - Master the language of film with jargon-free guides to all the vital processes - Be inspired by advice from a top pro who shoots on film - Discover the amazing imagery of the new school of analogue photographers