In this blog, Amy Selleck shares her personal approach to focus stacking in macro photography, a technique that allows photographers to create incredibly sharp images with maximum depth of field. She breaks down when and why she chooses to focus stack, the equipment she uses, how she captures multiple focal points in-camera, and her step-by-step process for combining the images in post-processing. Whether you're new to focus stacking or want to refine your technique, Amy’s practical insights and real-world examples make this an accessible and inspiring read for any macro photographer.

There’s something pretty magical about getting up close with nature and seeing all the little details most people miss. Whether it’s the texture of a leaf, the glisten of dew, or a tiny bug going about its day, I love capturing those small moments with my camera. But shooting nature up close isn’t always easy—it takes a different approach than what you might be used to. In this post, I’m sharing a few of my favorite tips and techniques that have helped me along the way, from getting the right depth of field to editing the final image.