When you read this tutorial peak butterfly season will be coming to an end, so we thought we’d help you make the most of the last few weeks by showing you how to capture vibrant close-up images of Britain’s most magnificent insects. And of course, these skills are entirely transferable, so you can use them to photograph all manner of minibeasts throughout the rest of the year, too.
Lenses are an essential consideration when shooting close-ups. You’ll need a true 1:1 macro lens like our 90mm f/2.8