Tips & Techniques

Reach for new heights with the Canon IVY REC

Craft butterflies

Paper crafter Aimee Graham reveals how to combine printing and painting to create beautiful butterfly art for your home.

Print an instant mood board

Take your creative projects to the next level by learning how to make a mood board.

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The best Canon PIXMA printers for graphic designers

Printers are essential tools for designers, but how do you choose the right model for your needs? Here are some key features to look out for.

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How to capture perfect skin tones in your portraits

Recording natural skin tones is one of the most challenging aspects of portrait photography. Fashion pro Jade Keshia Gordon offers five tips for success.

How to set up your own home studio

Get creative with flash photography at home and learn how to shoot stunning portraits on a budget.

How to shoot your friends like fashion models

London-based fashion and beauty photographer Jade Keshia Gordon offers 6 simple tips for creating more stylish social media shots.

How to shoot outdoor weddings

Iceland-based wedding photographer Steph Zakas shares her pro tips for taking scenic wedding shots.

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Photo editing tips for your shots of special moments

Discover how shooting RAW and editing in Canon's Digital Photo Professional or Adobe® Lightroom® can show big occasions in their best light.

Boost your mood with print

Photographs capture moments in time – whether it's stickers, scrapbooks or transfers, bring your memories to life with print.

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How to capture bokeh

Nothing beats in-camera bokeh, whether it's foreground or background. Follow these tips to capture beautiful blur.

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11 tips for family photography

Canon Ambassador Helen Bartlett is renowned for her monochrome family portraits – here she shares her top tips for capturing candid moments.

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8 tips for picture-perfect self-portraits

From lighting to lenses, discover how to transform an ordinary selfie into a stunning self-portrait.

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Learn how to make your first short movie

You have an interesting story to tell? Why not capture it in a short movie. Learn how to do that with a few tips.

Six reasons why you need a MegaTank printer

Canon's MegaTank printers have refillable ink tanks that can print more than 7,000 pages. Find out more about this feature-packed range.

Canon Christmas gift guide

From fun portable printers to full-frame mirrorless cameras, here are some Canon gift ideas to kickstart your festive shopping.

How to shoot festive pet portraits

Make your pet the star of your photo shoot with these tips for capturing cute festive portraits.

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Finding the extraordinary in the everyday

Three photographers share their advice on how to turn familiar scenes into unforgettable images.

Decorate and make your home unique with print

Get crafting at home with a Canon PIXMA G6040 printer and the Creative Park app.

Adventure photography tips

Five tips for capturing your outdoor adventures with the EOS M6 Mark II.

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Print your own Christmas cards

Style your own festive photo shoot and create bespoke Christmas cards with the Easy-PhotoPrint Editor app and a Canon PIXMA printer.

Halloween decorations to print at home

From frightening face masks to bloodcurdling bunting there is a range of print templates to try this Halloween.

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How to shoot time-lapse movies at home

Time-lapse Movie mode makes it easier than ever to reveal a hidden world on the move. These tips will help you to get the best results.

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Make a stop-motion movie with your EOS camera

Creating a stop-motion animation is a fun project that can be enjoyed by the whole family. Pro animator Ed Jackson shows you how it's done.

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Why the PIXMA TR150 is perfect for printing on the move

Take a look at what the latest portable business printer has to offer you when you work away from the home or office.

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Get started with the Creative Park app

From customised cards and photos to origami-style models and games, the Creative Park app is packed with fun crafting projects.

Print your party with the Creative Park app

Bring your party plans to life with decorations and props you can print at home with the Creative Park app.

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Best Canon lenses for food photography

Serve up food photos worth savouring with our hand-picked selection of close-up lenses for EOS DSLRs and mirrorless cameras.

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Creative printing with Canon's Easy-PhotoPrint Editor app

From cards and calendars to prints and posters, the fun and intuitive Easy-PhotoPrint Editor app enables you to get super creative with your favourite photos.

3 easy DIY photo accessories

Use everyday items to make your own softbox for diffused lighting, spotlight tube for focused light, and beanbag to steady your camera.

Mastering the art of food photography

Natural lighting, complementary colours and creative props – photographer and blogger Linda Lomelino reveals the ingredients you need for mouthwatering food shots.

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Shoot and print your own recipe book

From plate to print… Natasha Alipour-Faridani shares her food photography tips and shows you how to print your own recipe book.

Your tech transformed in a few simple, fun steps

Just a few simple steps are all it takes to decorate and personalise your phone, laptop and tablet.

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Encourage learning with print

This autumn as the kids head back to school get your home ready to continue their learning with a Canon PIXMA TS5350 Series printer that will meet even the most demanding of family needs

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Reimagine your wardrobe: textile printing

Statement t-shirts, customised tote bags, unique gifts… follow our step-by-step guide to printing on textiles.

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Go wireless in your home office and print from anywhere

A wireless printer means you don't have to be at a desk when you're working or studying from home. Here's how easy it is to set up.

Turn a family day out into a fantastic home movie

Capture precious family moments and learn how to make the most of your EOS camera's video features with family vlogger Stef Michalak.

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Editing RAW images with Digital Photo Professional

Discover how to edit, refine and enhance your RAW photos using Canon's Digital Photo Professional software.

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Unleash your creativity with print

Discover how to use Canon's paper, apps and a printer to transform your home and personalise everything from your phone to your fridge.

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Three indoor photography ideas to get creative at home

Staying home doesn't mean you can't get creative. Get to grips with your camera and learn to take cinematic portraits, macro images and time-lapse videos.

Panning tips for action shots

Sometimes the subject in action photos can appear frozen, lacking the drama and speed that was there at the time. One simple technique to bring back the excitement is 'panning'.

When and how to capture photos remotely

Most of the time it’s an advantage to have your camera to hand so you can react quickly to get the perfect shot, however there are also times when it is beneficial to put the camera on a tripod and use remote shooting.

Abstract macro photography: shooting soap bubbles

Discover how to shoot striking, colourful abstract macro images of soap film with this easy step-by-step guide.

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Discover hundreds of free, fun-filled papercraft projects

From puppet shows to board games, learning aids to mindful mazes use Creative Park's free and dynamic range of papercrafts to keep your children engaged and entertained all day long.

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Get creative in your garden: three techniques to master

Fun projects to try at home, from painting with light to shooting the stars.

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Shooting flowers reflected in droplets of water

Get creative with macro photography and discover how to capture beautiful images of flowers reflected in droplets of water.

Time For A Spring Clean

As well as your home, your camera and video equipment may also be crying out for a much needed clean. And let’s not forget your printer.

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Papercraft fun for spring with Creative Park

Bring the joy of spring into your home with these five Creative Park papercrafts.

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Your wedding made easy with print

From bespoke stationery to rustic signboards, there's lots of creative ways to personalise your big day armed with a Canon printer and a little imagination…

Have fun with print: cool ways to bring your photos to life

Hints and tips on how you can get creative with the Canon SELPHY SQUARE QX10 printer.

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How to shoot time stacks

Learn how to set up a day-to-night time-lapse shoot and create a stunning time stack that shows the passage of time in one image.

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5 top tips for shooting time-lapse landscapes

Bring landscapes to life with these top tips for time-lapse photography.

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How printing can improve your photography

Three ways printing your photos can help you improve, with wildlife photographers Christine Sonvilla and Marc Graf.

Go wild in the city: urban wildlife photography tips

Conservation photographers Christine Sonvilla and Marc Graf reveal their best tips and techniques for photographing wildlife on your doorstep.

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Get out there: street photography tips

Capture the magic in the everyday with these tips and techniques from street photographer Giuseppe Esposito-Rodrigues.

Influencer Joel Thorpe taking a selfie on the Canon Zoemini S on Brighton beach front.

Get creative with portable printers

Instagram influencer Joel Thorpe reveals how he's started using a Canon Zoemini S to incorporate prints into his images.

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5 top tips for capturing outdoor activities

Discover how to capture more creative action shots on everyday adventures with tips from pro photographer Tom Bing.

Wild at heart: the pocket-sized PowerShot SX740 HS

Five reasons why the PowerShot SX740 HS compact zoom is perfect for wildlife photography.

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Get it right on the big day

Ensure your photos of the happy couple are unforgettable for all the right reasons: a guide to wedding photography etiquette.

When does black and white work in action photography?

Black and white photography is still popular in action photography. Read our tips on the signs to look out for when translating colour imagery into black and white and how to make your images work the best.

How to convey movement in a still photograph

Action photography is all about capturing drama, movement and a sense of speed. Read our top tips on capturing movement in still photography.

See the difference with a specialist action lens

A popular way to achieve high quality action shots is to fill the frame with the action, showing the subject close up in detail. this can be achieved with specialist lenses, that allow you to get close up, without being close up. See our tips on capturing the best shot, with the best lens.

A family adventure chasing the Northern Lights

Join Markus Morawetz and his family on a 9,000km journey chasing the Northern Lights and find out why he picked the Canon EOS R for the job.

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The secrets of taking seascapes

Learn how to capture the beauty of the coastline with our seascape photography tips.

See the difference with a specialist landscape lens

Whichever lens you shoot with you can get some great landscape images. However there are times that using a specialist lens can enable you to get the very best out of a scene.

Creative vlogging tips with the Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark III

YouTube star MikeVisuals reveals how he creates captivating vlogs with the compact Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark III and shares his top vlogging tips.

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How to take striking winter shots

Make the best of this beautiful season with wildlife and landscape photographer Vladimir Medvedev's top tips.

Macro photography: discover the beauty in the detail

Wildlife photographer Ian Wade shares his top tips for shooting macro.

The secrets of taking sports shots

There are many accessible sports that can put you and your equipment to the test. Improve your sports action images with our tips.

Water-sports action

Surfing, kayaking and other water sports make striking subjects for photography. We've come up with some tips for taking better shots and for printing your results once you’ve got them.

Long exposure photography

Learn how to use slow shutter speed to capture the smooth movement of the water or the light trails with those simple tips.

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Shoot quirky sports photos sure to leave the competition behind

Love sport but not sure how to shoot it? Five pro photographers reveal the techniques they used to capture their favourite shots.

Piotr Malecki’s street photography secrets, with the Canon EOS M6 Mark II

Discover the excitement you can capture in your home town, with Piotr Malecki’s inspiring urban photography.

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Take better travel shots with the Canon PowerShot G5 X Mark II

Action photographer James North shows off his skills, and shares why the feature-packed Canon PowerShot G5 X Mark II is the ideal travel companion.

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Vlogging how to: winning vlogging tips to get you up and running

Starting a vlog is fun and rewarding – just follow our vlogging tips and learn how to capture beautiful footage to please savvy viewers.

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The best Canon cameras for vlogging

Want to get started in vlogging? Discover the best vlogging cameras for stunning video quality and all the control you need to create a great vlog.

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Capturing simple summer pleasures with the EOS 250D

Hannah Clark's sun-kissed Scandinavian style perfectly encapsulates summer joy. Discover her evocative photography with the Canon EOS 250D.

Get creative with the Canon Zoemini range

Free your creativity on the move with an instant camera and pocket printer.

A crowd of people watch music on a huge festival stage in the sun. Photo by Bart Heemskerk.

Photographer to rock royalty, Bart Heemskerk, on capturing the feeling of a festival

Bart Heemskerk reveals how his love of music led to a career photographing iconic acts and shares his tips for getting great festival photos.

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How to get perfect family photos with the EOS 250D

Discover how to use the Canon EOS 250D to take family photos with better composition, perfect exposure and even a personal style.

Costumes, sun, and rock & roll: 10 tips for festival photography

Festival photographer Ben Morse reveals how to take music festival photos worthy of a rock star, and why the compact Canon PowerShot SX740 HS could be your ideal festival camera.

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10 tips for better travel photography

10 ways to capture travel photos with more impact, including the best camera settings for holiday photos and how to get unusual pictures.

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How to take natural, creative family portraits

Pro portrait photographer Christian Anderl shares how you can use your Canon camera to capture candid pictures of family fun.

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Take better portraits: fun family photography challenges

Family blogger Katja Gaskell swapped her smartphone for a Canon EOS M50 and was amazed by the results – wow yourself by trying these techniques.

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Discover the possibilities of printing

Modern printers can do more than you probably expect. Find out just how many creative things you can do with them.

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7 simple ways to get better sports photos

Discover the camera settings, modes and features that will help you get better sports photos.

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How to capture nature in the city

Ossi Saarinen shares the best camera settings and creative techniques to use for photographing urban nature.

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Control your Canon printer with voice commands

Today’s homes are getting smarter, and that includes your printer. Here are 5 handy things you can make your printer do with voice control.

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Winter holiday photography tips and tricks

Professional sports photographer Richard Walch shares his expert tips for better winter photography, from choosing a camera to the best settings.

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Get to grips with shutter speed

These 5 basic tips will help you master shutter speed to capture moving subjects and improve your action photography.

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10 tips to help you take better fireworks photos

From the best camera settings to including your family and friends in the frame, here’s how to photograph the joy and magic of fireworks.

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Be more creative with your party photography

Want to capture the excitement of parties and celebrations? Learn how to shoot all those joyous moments in creative ways.

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Lena Petrova's top 10 Christmas photography tips

Capture the spirit of Christmas with this family photographer’s 10 tips to getting fun and natural portraits.

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Six amazing things you didn’t know you can make with your printer

Get creative and make your own Christmas presents, decorations and games this holiday season. All templates are free to download and print.

12 baby photography tips you can use today

Preserve those precious moments and capture your baby's development with our clever ways to make baby photography fun and get great results.

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How to shoot parkour: Samo Vidic’s top tips

The Canon Ambassador shares how to ensure you convey the excitement and spectacle of urban action sports.

Two young people skateboard down a city street at night.

How to make the most of your camera on a city break

11 tips and tricks to help you capture the spirit of the urban jungle.

Alan Rowan holds a Canon PowerShot SX740 HS camera to take a landscape photograph.

How the Munro Moonwalker shoots mountain views

From colourful macros to misty mountain tops, here’s how Alan Rowan uses the Canon SX740 HS to get the perfect nature shot.

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EOS 2000D photography tips from Josh Gibbs

Interested in the EOS 2000D? Easy and intuitive, the ideal first DSLR for making and sharing memories with beautiful background blur.

How to use a portrait lens

See how a portrait lens can improve your photos, and how to use it.

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Improve the composition of your photos

Shoot more interesting pictures by following these image composition rules.

How to shoot in cold weather

Sub-zero conditions can play havoc with your camera, so follow these pro tips for shooting in snow and ice.

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6 tips to improve your wildlife photography

Wild animals aren’t willing to sit and pose, so photographing them can be tricky. Follow these pro tips to achieve perfect wildlife shots.

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How to use panning for better action photos

Panning can help you create amazing action shots with your camera. Discover how and when to use it, and top panning tips.

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How to shoot starry night skies

New camera technology makes it easier than ever to photograph the night sky. These pro tips will help you create truly stellar images.

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Improve your images with HDR photography

Learn how to combine multiple images of the same scene, to capture detail in both the lightest and darkest elements of a picture.

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Learn to use exposure correctly

Discover how to adjust the amount of light in your images, to give your photos a new look.

Capturing the highlights in low light

Autumn is here and the days are officially shorter, so we talked to someone who has made a living out of shooting fantastic stories in low light.

Zoom in and capture fast action

Photographing action is all about capturing split second moments. You’ll need to keep up with the game, follow your snowboarding friends or be poised to capture city surfers as they ride the waves. But you won’t need to move quite as fast if you’re prepared.

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