We received some stunning photographs to the Purple Challenge we ran at Excio. The purple theme simply jumps off your screen with vibrancy and character. It was really hard to make a decision, but eventually we selected our top 20 photographs based on how they stood out from all the submissions. Check out our showcase here!

Highlights are one of the most beautiful aspects of photography. They can make an image look bright, white and warm - and they're a great way to capture the essence of a scene. In this blog post, we'll discuss what highlights are, and how you can capture them in your own photos. We'll also give you some tips on how to enhance these beautiful colours in post-processing!

This challenge will have you capturing the colour of royalty but do you know the difference between 'purple' and 'violet'?

Yellow is thought to stimulate the nerves and purify the body. Yellow makes you feel happy and spontaneous. Yellow is perhaps the most energetic of all the warm colours. It is associated with laughter, hope and sunshine. Let’s bring more happiness, energy and optimism with our photography!

Photographing the beach is and will always be a great source of inspiration for photographers but it’s not without its struggles, especially if you try to photograph the beach at noon. Use the tips in this article to get better beach photos whether you’re capturing a traditional seascape, your kids playing on the beach, seabirds, or shells.

Photographing love and emotions isn’t easy, it requires concentration, dedication, and some technique. In this #Good Challenge we share some tips and ideas whether you’re photographing your significant other, a place you love, or a beloved pet.

Excio’s #Good challenges proved a hugely successful creative outlet for members in 2021, getting them to look at a subject in a new way, try different compositions, and get creative with their camera!

Taking good waterfall images takes patience - maybe you’ll have to stand in the water, maybe you’ll have to visit the same spot several times until you get a shot you’re happy with. Either way, get inspired with Joanna Lammas’ waterfall images and see what you can come up with yourself.