With the soaring accessibility of image-sharing platforms, the popularity of digital photography shows no sign of waning. We all want to see the awe-inspiring sights, treasured memories and stunning compositions of our family and friends. But whether you are a grass roots amateur, an aspiring expert or even a paid professional, there are always new tricks to be learned. Digital Photographer Annual collates all of the best advice for newbies and veterans looking to realise their creative ambitions. Start by discovering compositional secrets from top pros, before finding inspiration from seasoned professionals who specialise in fields varying from abstracts to travel. Next, our in-depth guides tackle techniques – perfect your creative portraiture, get to grips with seascape photography, capture stunning black-and-white imagery and more. We also have a helpful section on turning your hobby into a profitable career.