Photographing flowers

Botanical photographer based in London. Francesca Wilkinson specialises in a camera-less photography, using the flat-bed scanner as a lens

This article looks at the photography of plants and flowers, illustrating the kind of images which can be attempted by anybody with a decent camera and lenses, and a little thought and care.

Flower photography is always rewarding especially if you are photographing flowers in your own backyard. This post will focus on how to capture great flower photographs, including what's the best lens and aperture to use to get great photographs. It will also focus on how to take creative flower photographs including selective focus and the use of filters on both compact cameras as well as DSLRs.

There’s only one good thing that ever comes out of breaking your foot, and that thing is flowers. Gorgeous bouquets appear at your door and greet you with breathtaking beauty. Meanwhile…