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Find photography tips, tutorials and tricks for every skill level
Learn what tools, tech and colours you need to set up a productive home office working environment.
EF lenses vs RF lenses- We explore the top 5 reasons why Canon’s RF system of lenses offers superior quality compared to EF lenses. How to choose which is best for you.
What is a sunburst, and how do you capture it? Follow these super easy tips to capture sunbursts and sunflares in your photography to achieve the creative look you’ve been aiming for.
Astrophotographer Matt Vandeputte shares tips on the best camera gear and settings to use when capturing the magic of the night sky.
Timelapse photographer Matthew Vandeputte explains how to develop your brand and build a loyal following as a photographer.
Discover the creative possibilities of the Canon Selphy Square photo printer and craft your own photo frame rainbow wall hanging to personalise your home.
Explore the creative possibilities of the Canon Pixma printer and make your own fridge magnet game at home.
Learn how to use Photoshop’s blending tools to combine different images with this tutorial by photographer and digital artist Tom Noske.
Learn how to edit professional-looking video sequences in Adobe Premiere Pro with these tips from Melbourne-based filmmaker Tom Noske.
Melbourne photographer and digital artist Tom Noske shares his top four tips on editing your images in Lightroom.
Turn your photos into creative masterpieces with these quick and easy Photoshop tips from Melbourne photographer Tom Noske.
Discover the key features of Canon’s EOS R5 – 8K movies, World’s Best Image Stabilization, 45MP, & up to 20fps
Free spirited adventurer, Courtney Tyler creates content to capture her wonderful moments discovered through traveling both locally and abroad. Here's how she captures all of the details with our latest pocket PowerShot.
The Selphy Square QX10 photo printer is the perfect tool to explore your creative side for Mother's Day. Geneva Vanderzeil from Collective Gen shows you how to transform your Mother's day gifts into something she will remember and keep for a lifetime.
Print professional-looking photographs in your own home with this guide from photographers Kirk Richards and Julian Lallo.
In this step-by-step video tutorial, discover a helpful introduction to editing video.
Canon Photographer Steve Huddy shares his 5 favourite locations to South Australia.
Canon Photographer Steve Huddy shares his 5 favourite locations to captures in Western Australia.
Geneva from Collective Gen shows you how to create a personalised flip photo calendar using your favourite photos so you can enjoy the memories all year round. Make a statement in your house using your favourite pictures and only a few materials.
Ashleigh Macpherson is a passionate pet photographer and all-round animal lover. Already an enthusiastic Canon user, here are her reasons to upgrade to the EOS RP full-frame mirrorless camera.
Canon Photographer Greg Sullavan shares his 5 favourite locations to shoot photos and videos in Queensland
Top five creative ideas with the Canon Inspic instant camera by photographer, Gemma Peanut.
Benefits of Digital Video cameras
Professional lifestyle and wedding photographer Gemma Peanut pits the new Canon EOS 90D against the trusty 80D. Find out what she had to say here.
Learn how to get the best images of your Cafe and Restaurant adventures with the Canon NZ team.
Wedding photographer/multitasking mum Danelle Kendrick introduces her children to a world of ideas on Creative Park. Unleash creativity in your home with the Pixma TS9560!
Wedding photographer/multitasking mum Danelle Kendrick introduces her children to a world of ideas on Creative Park. Unleash creativity in your home with the Pixma TS9560!
Learn how to shoot video in 4K with this step-by-step guide.
Learn how to use back button focus with this step-by-step video guide by Canon Photographer Kass Brumley.
Taking photos has never been easier with the EOS Canon EOS 200D Mark II. Have a look at what Gemma Peanut has to say about this DSLR for beginners.
Little Lane Events walks you through how to best create a portable photo booth at your next event and turn it into a real time guest photo album with the Mini Photo Printer.
Scrapbooking doesn't have to be scary. Chloe Watts from @blueberrycobaby walks us through the supplies you need to get started, her favourite scrapbooking ideas and formats as well as some top tips and tricks.
Canon Master, Krystle Wright shares her ten top lessons for navigating the journey from stills photography to filmmaking, and advice for creating a short film in today’s industry.
Canon Collective ambassador Jenn Cooper explains everything from focal lengths and aperture values to the different types of available lenses and when to use each one.
Canon Photographer Jay Collier and Neal Walters share their 5 favourite locations to shoot photos and videos in Victoria
Canon Photographer Jenn Cooper shares her 8 favourite locations to shoot photos and videos in New South Wales
Learn how to create pro-looking timelapse sequences with this simple video tutorial.
Bioluminescence is one of the most beautiful displays light from the natural world that you can witness.The iridescent blue light emitted from the algae when it is disturbed is mesmerising and almost otherworldly. Find out how to photograph this phenomena with tips from Canon Community Member, David Rogers.
Find out if you're one of the five types of people who benefit most from having access to their own printer – and find the perfect one for you.
In this insightful video guide, we give advice on the best camera settings for shooting quality video.
Prepare, print and practice. Why a printer, pen and paper are must have tools for good study habits away from digital distractions.
Print professional-looking photographs in your own home with this guide from photographers Kirk Richards and Julian Lallo.
Discover easy ways to bring creativity into your home office space
Geneva from Collective Gen shows you how to create an easy Tasseled Hanging Photo Display to showcase your favourite memories in your home. Make a statement in your house using your favourite pictures and only a few materials.
Easy ways to use print to style and organise your home
Quick ways to make some statement artwork for your master bedroom
Spruce up your home with this easy DIY Plank Photo Display. Make a statement in your house using your favourite pictures and only a few materials.
Find the best Canon camera system for your shooting style with this detailed review video from Canon Photographer Jenn Cooper.
Canon Photographer Scott Stramyk shares his pro tips for getting more out of your next fashion shoot
Ready to dig a little deeper into the advanced features of your Canon camera? This eye-opening beginner’s guide reveals commonly underutilised features that will help you take your photography to the next level.
From detailed specs to key features and functions, this is everything you need to know about the EOS RP full frame mirrorless camera.
Find out how the new Canon EOS RP mirrorless camera matches up against the original EOS R. Tech specs, features, functions and more.
Learn how to light and pose your pets like a pro with these tips from Canon Photographer Jenn Cooper
Give your photography skills a boost with these practical tips from the Canon community.
Photographer Gemma Peanut compares the revolutionary new EOS R mirrorless camera with her faithful 5D Mark IV DSLR. Find out what she had to say here.
YouTube superstar Shae-Lee will give you her personal tips on how she started out as a beginner vlogger and ended up as a viral sensation while have a bit of fun along the way.
Find out what camera and travel gear you need to set off on your next trip with advice from adventure photographer Adam Jordan.
Fashion photographer Emily Abay and her crew head to Sunstudios in Sydney to put the new Canon EOS R Mirrorless System through its paces.
Canon Photographer Jay Collier has been working as a wildlife photographer in Africa since 2004. In this insightful guide Jay shares his favourite photography locations in Madagascar, along with advice on how to master the art of wildlife photography. Learn all about the 'Great Red Island' and its abundance of rare and beautifully bizarre wildlife.
Bring your shots to life with this comprehensive guide to long exposure photography—includes tips on everything from camera gear and settings to working with ND filters and processing.
Step up your macro photography skills with Grand Master photographer Jacqui Dean. Tips on everything from focus stacking to specialised gear and lighting.
Learn how to shoot amazing lifestyle stock photography with these tips from Getty Images.
Learn the main differences between Mirrorless and DSLR cameras in this article. Find out which camera's best for you!
10 tips to help you improve your landscape photography from Rach Stewart.
Get in close when you’re far away. How to get exceptional results using a Canon telephoto lens.
Specially designed optics let you take sharp, extreme close-ups that give you a whole new perspective of the world.
A wide-angle lens enables you to get a much wider view. Here are some tips to getting creative results from your wide angle lens.
One of the benefits of a portrait lens is the ability to isolate your subject with a beautiful soft-focus background – here’s how you can achieve the effect.
Forced Perspective
The basic principle involves leaving the shutter open for longer, let’s say for 5 seconds. Any light hitting the sensor during those 5 seconds will be displayed in your final image. This could be fire, car lights, stars or anything that moves and emits or reflects light.
We sat down with the queen of surf photography to pick her brain for tips and tricks to shooting in the sea.
Create a party photo booth with Creative Park
Liz Carlson, of Young Adventuress, talks about her time in Svalbard and shares her tips for capturing some impressive Polar Bear images.
Learn how to shoot Portrait Photography from an expert — Canon Photographer, Greg Sullavan.
Learn the skills of Family Photography from an expert — Canon Photographer, Jenn Cooper. Read more here.
Learn how to capture the energy, passion and action of live sport with professional sports photographer Phil Hillyard
Learn how to take beautiful macro images using a few household items with renowned macro photographer Bryce McQuillan.
Beef up your skills with astrophotographer Phil Hart’s tips for shooting a rare total solar eclipse.
Canon Master, Jackie Ranken discusses the art of finding simplicity in your winter landscape images. Jackie expands on composition, lens, aperture, shutter speed, exposure options and most importantly, how to find the best background and the right distance from your subject.
Travel and Adventure Photographer Melissa Findley tested the new EOS 6D Mark II before it’s worldwide launch. Watch her experience here.
Gemma Peanut - professional photographer and storyteller - reviews Canon's New Guided Display. Discover why she's loving it in this article!
Find out everything you need to know about the new EOS 6D Mark II, and how it compares to the original EOS 6D.
Professional time-lapse photographer and filmmaker Matthew Vandeputte got his hand’s on the K406 before the rest of the world. What he created will open your eyes.
Angela and Jonathan Scott, reveal the top three 1D X Mark II features which impressed them. Read more here.
Professional Music Photographer Kane Hibberd has been shooting the biggest names in rock ’n’ roll for over a decade. Here he shares his concert photography tips, revealing everything from his equipment checklist to the techniques he uses to get the most out of each and every gig.
The Tales by Light Season 2 photographers—Stephen Dupont, Jonathan and Angela Scott, and Eric Cheng—have each mastered the art of powerful photography in their own way. Here they reveal what they believe is required to create an extraordinary image and what type of photographs truly moves them.
Underwater Photography Tips with Krystle Wright – Photographing Sperm Whales in the Azores
Learn how to capture beautiful photographs of your baby with tips from professional photographer Kelly Brown.
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Try these five food photography pointers from Instagram star, Tara from Tara Milk Tea!
Check out Canon Photographer Greg Sullavan's tips and tricks to shooting and editing extreme panoramic images in Adobe Lightroom.
Capture the best of your holiday season with these top 6 tips from Canon Collective Ambassador, Colin Baker.
All light sources have a colour temperature or cast. Check out Daniel Linnet's tips on white balance and Speedlite gels to capture the perfect image.
Find out how Daniel Linnet uses multiple Speedlites to create his photographs.
Discover how simple it is to print your images from your smartphone and create a personal gallery at home.
Discover how to use your photography to make your child's room their own special space.
Jason Grant reveals how to find your decorating style in images.
Super stylist Mr Jason Grant reveals how he makes a house a home with his favourite images and a Canon PIXMA printer.
Get more creative with your DSLR landscape photography with expert tips from two Canon Masters, Jackie Ranken and Mike Langford
Ever wondered how to take the perfect landscape shot? Have a look at these insightful tips from Emma, one of our Canon Collective Ambassadors.
Ever wondered how to take the perfect landscape shot? Have a look at these insightful tips from Emma, one of our Canon Collective Ambassadors.
When you're an outdoor photographer, you need to be prepared for anything. See Krystle's tips on getting the best from your kit when shooting outdoors.
Canon Photographer, Jenn Cooper reveals tips to freeze the action and capture perfect memories.
Tips and shots from some of Instagram's finest flat lay specialists as they get together to celebrate all that is summer.
Photographer Rob Dickinson shares the work behind this 48 stitch astro image.
Get insights from photographic guru, Eugene Tan as he reveals how to best capture powerful moving images.
Discover the secrets to creating a beautiful bokeh effect with your DSLR camera in this creative video tutorial.
Lonely Planet photographer Richard I'Anson reveals his secrets for successful travel photography including choosing your subject and rules of research.
Sunset photography exposure and composition made easy with these simple tips.
Learn to film brilliant, full, high-definition video on your Canon EOS DSLR in movie mode.
Discover the incredible world of aerial photography and capture images from angles never seen before with these smart drone photography tips for beginners.
Discover the simple secrets to creating interesting photo compositions
Learn how to choose the right light to photograph beautiful portraits outdoors and on your travels.
Tips to choose the right lens to shoot sports and wildlife photography with impact.
Learn the art of being a street photographer and document real life as you see it with these tips for beginners.
Discover the secrets to shooting waterfalls and streams.
Greg Sullivan reveals his top tips to shoot light trails in manual mode, in this tutorial for beginners.
In 2017, photographer Neil Bloem packed up his life in Melbourne and moved across the world to arctic Norway. Trading his busy city life for the solitude of Northern Norway’s mountains, he now spends his days photographing the spectacular light show known as the Aurora Borealis (or Northern Lights).