The 21 Best Photography Magazines for Beginners
If you’re just getting started in the field of
We’ve put together a list of 21 of the best
General Magazines
These are magazines that give great general advice for numerous kinds of
1. Popular Photography
This is an ideal magazine for beginners. It covers broad-interest topics and offers great basic information for aspiring photographers. The magazine features product reviews, tutorials on how to use different equipment, and guidance on cameras.
Every issue is loaded with information that beginners need to know. It is, in fact, an ideal magazine for those who want to make
2. Outdoor Photography
This is the go-to magazine for photographing anything outdoors. That includes nature, landscape, wildlife, and much more. If you’re interested in taking photographs outside, this is the magazine for you.
It includes feature articles by top professional photographers, and it provides technical advice about gear for both amateurs and professionals. A subscription to the magazine is on sale for $36.99 annually.
3. Practical Photography
This magazine is great for beginners because it publishes content that is useful for real-world situations. It has post-processing tips and techniques as well that will help new learners understand how to edit their images.
Its content is written by experts, and it features inspirational images as well as interviews with the pros. It’s one of the few
4. Digital Photographer
This is a great magazine for
The content is written by experts who are well-established in the industry. And, there’s a “Behind the Scenes” section that allows readers to see just how the pros work. It will give you great ideas and inspiration for your own work.
It covers every genre from astrophotography to wildlife
Regional Magazines
5. Shutterbug – United States
This makes the list as one of the best
It offers articles that are focused on more technical aspects of
It’s a great resource for any digital photographer, but it’s especially helpful for newcomers who are transitioning to professional status.
6. Outdoor Photographer – United States
This is a great magazine for beginners that focuses mostly on landscape, flora, and wildlife
It is great for amateurs and pros alike who are looking for engaging content at a moderate price. There are different magazine subscriptions available, ranging in price from $3.99 per month to $7.99 per month. And, it’s one of the few magazines that offers both a digital and print subscription.
7. Australian Photography Magazine – Australia
This magazine’s been around for almost 60 years and is one of the best-selling
The articles cover contemporary topics, such as post-production, gear reviews, useful
8. Photo Review Magazine – Australia
This is a quarterly magazine that has great information for photographers of every level. The magazine has tips that are written in an easy-to-read style, and they cover everything from what camera to buy, to shooting, organizing, and then editing and printing your photographs.
They also feature high-quality images from professional photographers in their portfolio section. And, the content then gives details about just how those pros got those inspirational shots. When they review equipment, they do so thoroughly with great details regarding performance. A subscription will cost you $19.90 per year, so it is an affordable choice.
9. British Journal of Photography – United Kingdom
This is one of the oldest
Each month, the content of the magazine is organized around a theme, such as wildlife
10. Amateur Photographer Magazine – United Kingdom
This is a weekly magazine that was first published in October of 1884. It offers the latest news and reviews regarding
The features include reader portfolios, unbiased product reviews, technical tips, tests on equipment, and general information regarding film and digital
11. PhotoLife Magazine – Canada
This is a great
The articles are themed in accordance with the seasons of the year. There are also interviews with famous photographers and annual photo contests. Of course, the magazine offers gear reviews, tips for shooting and post-production, and
12. PhotoEd – Canada
This magazine is published in Canada, and has the specific goal of educating and inspiring Canadian
It has an educational structure that features tutorials, how-to’s and guides. It also has a reader’s section that features images from new learners. It is published three times per year, and costs $20 CAD per year, whereas their fall 2019 “documentary
Technical Magazines
13. Black and White Magazine
This magazine is one that is dedicated to fine art
It is full of inspirational photographs that will show you how to create more than a photo; rather it will help you create a work of photographic art. It is considered a great magazine for any level of photographer out there. Yearly subscriptions run $35.00.
14. Digital SLR Photography
This is another
The expert panel reviews images sent in by readers and demonstrates how to improve them. The majority of the images are published with the technical details so that readers can see how they were produced. The magazine also reviews less common, but more budget-friendly, brands to show beginners that they can still get great images without expensive gear. An annual subscription runs £45, and there are 12 issues per year.
15. Nature Photographer
This is another magazine that is only published three times per year. It is considered one of the top
The content also researches locations known for great wilderness
16. Silvershotz
This was originally called Black & White enthusiast. In 2004, the name was changed to Silvershotz, and the format of the magazine changed to an online interactive platform. They do print an annual book each year in November, and it features 25 portfolios from their online publications. Its content now focuses on contemporary
The articles are themed, and the content also includes technical information, in-depth interviews, and book reviews. Readers can share images on Facebook, and vote for their favorite photographers. Each year, the top 15 photographers are chosen from that platform and featured in the annual print edition.
Another great feature of this magazine is that there are no advertisements–just great photographs. The magazine subscription offers two options–silver or platinum ($25 or $40 per year).
17. Aperture
This is a quarterly magazine founded in 1952. It covers a wide range of subjects including topics as diverse as outdoor
The content pushes photographers to think from a different perspective and strive to produce unique images. The magazine also produces content about new ideas in the field, debates, projects, and more, all centered on a theme for that issue. It also has fewer advertisements than other magazines, so there is less distraction from the rich content. It is one of the pricier magazines, but the content makes it worth the money. There are a couple of subscription options ranging from $59.95 per year to $110 per year.
18. Better Photography Magazine
This is an Australian magazine that is aimed at both amateur and professional photographers. It focuses on the information you need about photographic techniques that will allow you to capture the best images. It is published quarterly, and each issue has information that will be valuable to both novices and pros.
The articles feature interviews with successful photographers, and include detailed information alongside the samples of their work. They also focus on the stories behind the photos. Additionally, you’ll find equipment reviews, readers’ photo galleries as well as competitions and information on workshops.
All of the content is aimed at helping you improve your skills. A subscription will get you access to all the back issues, and it costs $49.99 per year.
19. Black and White Minimalism
This magazine, as the name suggests, focuses on black and white images that are of reduced complexity for a minimalist style. The focus is on the balance between light, shadows, and grey tones. It is really an art form, since the images use very few details to convey the concept of minimalism while, at the same time, they create a unique visual experience.
There are also interviews with the artists, who detail how they captured such a unique image. The magazine is free if viewed online, and readers can also submit their images for possible publication.
20. Digital Camera
This magazine is also known as Digital Camera World, and it is a British magazine. It is considered one of the best magazines for DSLR
This magazine is an excellent way for beginners to learn more about that. It offers 13 issues per year that run $6.46 per issue for digital issues, and $8.62 for print issues. You can also get both a print and digital copy of an issue for $11.92. The magazine also covers information about the latest equipment as well as tips and techniques that the experts use.
21. Shutter
There’s a couple of reasons this is one of the best
They use the latest techniques and the content is relevant to the audience, which is conceived of as aspiring professionals. But, the content is easy-to-read for all levels of photographers, and the tips are relevant for many other genres as well. For example, a current article is about creating a successful
Each of the magazines listed above offer beginners expert advice on taking stunning, memorable images. If you’re an aspiring professional or just an avid amateur, these magazines are a great way to improve your skills and capture the images that will leave you breathless.
Whether you just want general information or you’re looking for tips in a specific genre of
A few of these magazines are free if viewed online, and many more are budget friendly, and so, there’s no reason why you can’t utilize these great resources to improve your photographs. And, many of them allow readers to submit their own images for review and possible publication. There’s also great advice for professionals in these publications! So, if you’re looking to improve your photos, look no further than the pages of any one of these great magazines for photographers.
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