Discover how to approach macro photography; how thoughtful fieldcraft and creative judgement can transform subjects into compelling images.

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Tony shares his experience of photographing insects in the field, explaining how he approaches macro not simply as documentation, but as a creative and expressive art form.

Macro photography offers the opportunity to explore a world that often goes unnoticed, revealing intricate detail and behaviour at close quarters.

By understanding the full process – from initial vision through to final presentation – you will leave with a clearer sense of how to develop your own distinctive approach to macro work.

A central theme of the talk is seeing beyond surface detail. Light, depth of field and composition can be used to create mood and atmosphere, helping viewers engage emotionally with even the smallest subjects.

Tony North is a Manchester-based photographer specialising in macro photography. Since taking up photography in 2016, he has gained numerous awards and distinctions, including MPAGB and ABPE, and was overall winner of International Garden Photographer of the Year in 2023.