take advantage of the weather Winter may make your fingertips numb, but it also brings you a unique opportunity to capture nature at its most dramatic. With its dark looming clouds, skies on the brink of a downpour, and sunbeams struggling to break through, this is the perfect time to get outdoors and capture some moody landscapes. And it is worth waiting for those distant shards of sunlight, as they will transform the image by adding warmth and distinguishing shadows, giving depth to your photography. Here are some images captured by Bill for inspiration to get you started... looming clouds  grand canyon  arizona  united states storm walk  st ives  cornwall  england rainfall  bryce canyon  utah  united states seen a photograph you like? With custom made mounts and frames handpicked by Bill, it is easy to adorn your walls with limited edition prints of your choice, including the images above. Simply wander through our online galleries, then select your preferred colours and print sizes. Bill will personally supervise the creation of your order, ensuring each artwork is produced to the highest standard. tip of the season 5 steps to make landscapes better! Landscape photography is not just about pointing your camera at a view and snapping. 1. Avoid distracting elements like telephone poles and powerlines by changing your position. Getting slightly lower, or a little higher, will allow you to eliminate unwanted objects and achieve a much better image. 2. Give your photograph greater depth and dimension by taking it in the morning or late afternoon when the sun is lower in the sky, resulting in longer shadows. 3. Be unique and avoid placing the horizon in the middle of the frame. Try playing with the composition by shooting it either low or high. 4. Use a wide-angle lens (less than 50mm) to get all of your desired view in one shot. 5. Remember, you are not taking close-ups, so ensure your whole image is in focus by using a large aperture, like f/11 or f/16 for greater depth of field. have you just subscribed? Visit our archives for previous enews editions. Enjoy, explore and have a warm winter! Tweet