52 Assignments: Macro Photography

52 Assignments: Macro Photography is a photography workbook built around weekly macro-photo challenges. It combines technique guidance with space for notes, giving photographers a structured way to explore subjects from insects and flowers to textures, light and miniature scenes.

At a glance

52 weekly assignments cover macro subjects and approaches including insects, contrasting textures, reflectors, gels, flash and miniature scenes.
Includes technical advice alongside space for personal notes, equipment details and planning.
Assignments are presented for use week by week or as prompts to dip into when inspiration is needed.

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Pros and cons

Pros

The weekly structure gives readers a ready-made photography project rather than requiring them to devise prompts.
The range spans subject choice, lighting and accessories, offering several ways to experiment with close-up photography.
Journal space lets readers record ideas and technical details alongside the assignments.

Technical specifications

8 specifications

Book details
Publisher	Ammonite Press
Publication date	7 Oct. 2022
Language	English
Print length	128 pages
ISBN-10	1781454620
ISBN-13	978-1781454626

Dimensions and installation
Dimensions	13.97 x 1.78 x 20.96 cm
Weight listed	1.05 kg

What to know before buying

Listing details to confirm

The listing describes 52 assignments as a year's worth of weekly tasks. The book is listed as 128 pages, so readers seeking an extensive reference manual rather than a compact prompt-and-journal format may want to consider that format before buying.

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Photographers looking for regular macro-photo prompts and a guided creative project.
Readers who want to combine technique ideas with their own planning notes.
Macro enthusiasts interested in experimenting with natural subjects, lighting and small scenes.

Less suited to

Readers seeking a camera-specific manual, since the listing does not specify compatibility with particular camera systems.
Buyers wanting a comprehensive technical reference rather than assignments and journal space.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the book focused on?

It focuses on macro photography through weekly assignments, with topics ranging from insects and textures to lighting approaches and miniature scenes.

Does it include space for notes?

Yes. The listing says it includes journal space for personal notes, technical details, lists and memos.

Can the assignments be followed in any order?

The listing says readers can follow the weekly sequence or dip into the book when they want inspiration.