Photography at Kew
Whether it’s June or December, spring or autumn; Kew Gardens is a great place for photographers all year round. Join our thriving online Flickr community and take part in our regular photo challenges to capture the beauty of the Gardens throughout the seasons.
Kew in summer 2013
Browse a selection of photos of Kew in summer from our Flickr stream.
Kew blogs
The art of macro photography - top tips from IGPOTY
by: Philip Smith, International Garden Photographer blog 06 Jun 2013
The IGPOTY Macro Art photo project is open for entries until 30 June. If you're thinking of entering - or if you're interested in macro photography - IGPOTY director Philip Smith offers some top tips.
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And the winner is...
by: Philip Smith, International Garden Photographer blog 07 Mar 2013
After three long months of judging the International Garden Photographer of the Year competition, the dust is settling and the results are in! Philip Smith considers whether the winning images are 'stunning' - or altogether more interesting than that...
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Photographing the winter garden
by: Philip Smith, International Garden Photographer blog 13 Feb 2013
IGPOTY director Philip Smith is inspired by the colours and textures in the winter garden and suggests some tips and techniques to help you get the best from your chilly images
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Woodland wonders
by: Richard Wilford, Alpine and Rock Garden team blog 30 Mar 2012
The beautiful spring weather has brought the best out of the Woodland Garden at Kew.
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Kew's 'Old Lions' celebrate 250 years
by: Tony Hall, Arboretum team blog 14 Jun 2012
This year marks the 250th anniversary of Kew's 'Old Lions'. These magnificent trees are the oldest trees with known dates in the Gardens, dating back to 1762.
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Magnificent magnolias in the Arboretum at Kew Gardens
by: Tony Hall, Arboretum team blog 27 Mar 2012
The wonderfully showy magnolias are in full flower, many dating back to the early 20th century. Colours range from pure white through to deep pinks with some flowers reaching over 20 cm across.
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Share your photos in our official Flickr group
Share your photos on Flickr for a chance to feature on Kew's website.
During the spring season, we're inviting all 'Your Kew' Flickr Group members to share their favourite seasonal photos with us.
Inspired by the current blooms and blossom in the gardens this spring? Upload your photos and display your work for others to enjoy.
Also take a look at the 'Big Art Mob'site to view further great photography, a project aimed at mapping the world's public art. You can become a member and also join in the fun!
Towards the end of spring, we'll showcase our favourite images in a new Flickr Gallery and feature a selection on www.kew.org as chosen by Philip Smith, Director of the International Garden Photographer of the Year competition.
We look forward to seeing your latest photos!
Leading photography courses
Hone your skills on one of our popular photography courses.
Image: Magnolia Blooms by Mark Bolton, IGPOTY 2008
Better plant & garden photography
This one day course will give you a sound technical foundation for your photography, along with a deeper understanding of digital processing and the creative opportunities it offers.
Register your interest for the next course.
Photographing trees
This popular course is designed to explore ways of producing stunning photographs of trees.
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