A 10-Minute Beginner's Guide to Macro Photography

Macro photography can be a tremendously rewarding pursuit that allows you to see a world that is all around us and yet, invisible to the naked eye. If you are new to the genre and wondering how to get started, check out this helpful video tutorial that features an experienced macro photographer sharing everything you need to know to get underway in just 10 minutes. 

Coming to you from Micael Widell on Photography, this great video tutorial will get you up and running with macro photography in just 10 minutes. Perhaps the best part of macro photography is that you do not have to travel anywhere to do it. Everything around you becomes a potential subject, and whether you are interested in documenting the world around you or creating more abstract images of the small details, there is always an abundance of subject matter, making it the perfect pursuit for anything from serious work to weekend fun. If you have not tried it before, there is no better time than now! Check out the video above for the full rundown from Widell. 

If you would like to continue learning about macro photography, be sure to check out "Mastering Macro Photography: The Complete Shooting and Editing Tutorial With Andres Moline!"

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Alex Cooke is a Cleveland-based portrait, events, and landscape photographer. He holds an M.S. in Applied Mathematics and a doctorate in Music Composition. He is also an avid equestrian.

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