Whether you’re looking for photography & equipment tips, event write-ups, inspirational articles featuring our Ambassadors & Visionaries, or just a good read, this is the place for you. Make sure to check back regularly for the latest posts!
OLYMPUS EVENT: HANGING OUT WITH FLYING FANTASTIC
It was a real treat to be invited to the exciting Flying Fantastic Aerial Fitness school for an afternoon of acrobatic artistry and the chance to photograph talented aerialists using the latest Olympus equipment.
PROJECTS WITH TOM ORMEROD
Landscape photography can require some real dedication to find the perfect spot with the perfect conditions. Next time you’re out, try these landscape projects from Tom Ormerod
ANDY ROUSE: FIRST IMPRESSIONS OF THE OLYMPUS OM-D E-M1 MARK III
Interview with Andy Rouse
by Mark Thackara
Andy Rouse talks to Mark Thackara about his first impressions of the E-M1 Mark III used on his recent trip to India and shares a few of his favourite shots so far.
TOUGH ON TOUR: REEF RESTORATION WITH SEA LIFE
We are proud to support SEA LIFE’s Positive Change program by providing a Tough TG-6 camera for their trip to Indonesia.
HOPELESS WANDERERS: SHOOTING SOUTH SNOWDONIA WITH OLYMPUS OM-D E-M5 MARK II
by Matt Holland
The final camp for 2019. One final outing to see the year off in style and attempt to get some early snow and the week prior to the trip was looking very promising with heavy snow forecasted for the mountains.
BEHIND THE SHOT: LITTLE WHALES
Olympus Ambassador and wildlife photographer Tesni Ward captured this golden lioness portrait on a bucket list trip of a lifetime. Read her story…
‘WHO DO YOU THINK YOU ARE? DAVID BAILEY?’
Sharp, witty and definitely not PC, the Olympus ads of the 1980s and ’90s were a masterclass in branding. Peter Dench goes behind the scenes to find out more
SNAPSHOT WITH MARTINA GOVINDRAJ
Olympus Ambassador Martina Govindraj was one of the lucky few to get their hands on the OM-D E-M5 Mark III ahead of its launch. Here she shares her first thoughts…
SALISBURY CATHEDRAL NATIVITY
by Ash Mills
In early 2019 Salisbury Cathedral asked their Visual Arts Advisor Jacquiline Creswell to come up with ideas for a new Nativity Scene to replace the paper mache figures created by Peter Rush which have been used since 2004.
MACRO FOCUS STACKING
by Geraint Radford
Howdy! Geraint here, Olympus Ambassador and biscuit addict. Here’s a little blog post to discuss my favourite feature on my E-M1 Mark II and E-M1X – inbuilt Focus Stacking. I use this feature to capture handheld images of the macro world.
ROMAN BATHS PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP
by Gavin Hoey
One of the many amazing things about being an ambassador with Olympus UK is getting the opportunity to work in locations that I would never be able to access myself. So when Olympus asked if I’d be interested in running a portrait session during a low light workshop at the Roman Baths in Bath, I jumped at the chance.
ME & ORLA: FIRST IMPRESSIONS OF THE OLYMPUS PEN E-PL10
Interview with Sara Tasker (@meandorla)
by Emma Parlons (@lifeofyablon)
Straight out of the box I was struck by how lightweight it was. It’s easily the most portable of all my cameras, and yet it packs in all the functionality that I need and use on a daily basis.
JOURNEY TO JAPAN
Olympus Mentor Rob Cottle jets off on a whirlwind trip to the Land of the Rising Sun to discover stunning landscapes, wildlife and culture.
CROSSNESS ENGINES PORTRAIT WORKSHOP
by Gavin Hoey
One of the reasons I love working with Olympus UK is their willingness to run workshops in unexpected places. So when they asked me to find a portrait workshop location and I suggested a sewage pumping house, Olympus said let’s do it!
ESCAPE WITH SEASCAPES
by Tom Ormerod
My camera has to be able to stand up to the elements, take the occasional wave splash and be resistant to sand and grime. The OM-D E-M1 Mark II is perfect for the job, class leading weather sealing (when paired with an Olympus M.Zuiko PRO lens) in a small lightweight body, great for those long walks to secluded coves.
100 YEARS OF OLYMPUS EXHIBITION
Olympus marks its 100th birthday this year and to conclude various celebrations and events throughout the year they have joined up with individuals also celebrating this momentous landmark to create a unique portrait project.
SNAPSHOT WITH JIMMY CHENG
Olympus Ambassador Jimmy Cheng is one of the lucky few to get their hands on the OM-D E-M5 Mark III ahead of its launch. Here he shares his first thoughts…
OLYMPUS IN ISTRIA
by Emma Parlons (@lifeofyablon)
Shared by Croatia, Slovenia and Italy during its long and troubled history, this region boasts beautiful scenery, pretty towns and some really warm and inviting inhabitants.
VINTAGE LOCATION SHOOT AT CARTERS STEAM FAIR
On one not-so-fine day in October, we headed to Reading for an exclusive event at the incredibly picturesque Carters Steam Fair; a traditional English travelling funfair with rides dating from the 1890s to the 1960s!
WHY THE PEN IS MIGHTIER THAN THE (I)PHONE
by Katherine Ormerod
If you’re thinking of changing the game for your blog or social imagery, but don’t want to be lugging around a massive kit of equipment, join the Olympus club—and you’ll never look back.
JURASSIC COAST VIEWS, ROCKS & STARS
by Tom Ormerod
At the end of August, I had the pleasure of running my first workshop for Olympus on the wonderful Jurassic Coast in my home county of Dorset. Olympus had been fantastic and helped get all the admin sorted and the people booked in. We had a possible 11 hours of activity planned and I couldn’t wait to get going.
BEHIND THE SHOT: PERCHED ELE
Olympus Ambassador and wildlife photographer Tesni Ward captured this golden lioness portrait on a bucket list trip of a lifetime. Read her story…
PROJECTS WITH MARTINA GOVINDRAJ
Try something a little different with your travel photography: take the time to find a fresh perspective or new style of photography, or experiment with different lenses.
BEHIND THE SCENES: INTERVIEW WITH PETE ALDRIDGE, POWER MAXED RACING TEAM PHOTOGRAPHER
As the BTCC season reaches a climax, Mark Thackara talked to PMR Team Photographer Pete Aldridge about how he has been getting on both with a first full season shooting for the team and with Olympus kit.
OLYMPUS IN THE WILD
Lions playing, leopards chasing and elephants charging. Daisy Dickinson put the OM-D E-M1X and E-M1 Mark II to the test in Zimbabwe
5 OF THE BEST – KIT FOR HOLIDAY AND TRAVEL PHOTOGRAPHY
Opportunities for macro photos are all around us, whether it’s shooting close-up shots of textures or fruit in your home, insects and nature, or maybe even something a little more creative. Be prepared with the right kit to take magnificent macro shots.
PARIS TRAVEL PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP
On a summer’s morning at the unholy hour of 05:45, our group of 20 intrepid photographers gathered outside the Eurostar check-in at St. Pancras International station. We were heading to Paris for a day of photography and exploration guided by the inimitable Martina Govindraj. After passing through security and fortifying ourselves with strong coffee and croissants it was all aboard the 07:01 London to Paris express. A couple of hours later we were disembarking at Gare du Nord and having a briefing about the day ahead.
TRAVEL TALES
Photographer Robert Lendon takes the road less travelled to capture candid, authentic images of different cultures
TOUGH TG-6 LAUNCH EVENT
We took a trip down to SEA LIFE Brighton (AKA the oldest operating aquarium in the world) for the launch of the new flagship member of the Tough family; the TG-6.
FOCUS ON: ELLIE GOSLING
Video creator Ellie Gosling invites us into her world of shooting adventure, sport and documentary with OM-D E-M1 Mark II
BTCC EVENT REPORT & MOTORSPORT SHOOTING TIPS
It is now halfway through the season and the teams are on a summer break, so this seemed like the ideal time to have a quick recap on what has been going on at our BTCC events, plus provide you with some top Motorsport shooting tips!
BEHIND THE SHOT
Night photographer David Maimó Lázaro shares how he created this mesmerising galaxy shot with the OM-D E-M1X
SNAPSHOT WITH DAVID SMITH
Want to photograph planes, trains and automobiles? Follow in-store support specialist David Smith’s stepby-step guide for shooting with the OM-D E-M1X Last issue we discussed how to use some of the OM-D E-M1X‘s keyfeatures, such as High Res Shot mode, live ND shooting...
PROJECTS WITH MARCUS CLACKSON
Macro photography can open up an amazing world of wonderful details, changing the everyday into exciting, stunning images. Here are three simple projects to try!
GIFFORDS CIRCUS 2019
University Parks in the ‘city of dreaming spires’; Oxford, was the venue for this year’s spectacular photography event with our old friends Giffords Circus.
BUG BUDDIES
Geraint Radford has a deep love for the natural world and capturing some of its smallest creatures. We discover marvellous macro photography with this Olympus Ambassador
5 OF THE BEST – KIT FOR MAGNIFICENT MACRO PHOTOGRAPHY
Opportunities for macro photos are all around us, whether it’s shooting close-up shots of textures or fruit in your home, insects and nature, or maybe even something a little more creative. Be prepared with the right kit to take magnificent macro shots.
KENT COOKERY SCHOOL
What could be better than a day photographing mouthwatering food prepared by two top chefs….Oh yes eating it too! That’s what 20 keen photographers got to do on the recent Olympus Food Photography event at Kent Cookery School, where an eclectic array of fresh dishes were cooked up using delicious seasonal ingredients.