Japan is one place that I would love to visit purely to take photo’s and to try and capture the sheer beauty of the country. With such diversity and contrasting landscapes I don’t think you could ever get bored!

There are many different effects that can be achieved whilst taking photos. Here is a selection of some interesting ways to add a bit of a different ‘spin’ to your work….

There is one subject that is in abundance all around us (unless you live on a desert island), architecture. Look around you, offices, bridges, houses, museums, the list is endless. Next time you are wondering what you can capture next, go out and have a go at architecture…..

Architecture, from buildings deliberately designed to look modern with sleek edges and curves everywhere or back street blocks of shops and apartments that have a completely separate appeal all of their own. All of the images in this article catch the eye and make the most of the light, colour, lines and textures that make up some extraordinary examples or architecture!

I am a huge fan of urban photography and cityscapes. Unfortunately I don’t live very near any ‘proper’ cities. Fortunately these photographer do and can create art like the examples in this round up…..

Taking great photographs is greatly aided by a good camera, thats a fact, however YOU are in charge of what you take and how you take it. Only if you see the potential in a shot and frame it correctly can you get the maximum effect……

Dave’s work can be found on DeviantArt and FLickr as well as his website and I strongly recommend a visit!. After viewing his work on his site I asked Dave to answer 20 questions about his passion for photography and he kindly agreed.