This issue we celebrate the winners of one of the best annual competitions, Close-up Photographer of the Year. There is tons of inspiration here if you are thinking of entering yourself. Other highlights include a project on pre-war Ukraine, and Harry Borden’s memorable encounter with Russell Brand. Hardware-wise, John Wade checks out pre-Polaroid instant cameras, while the latest GoPro Hero II Black Mini gets taken for a motorbike ride.

This issue we celebrate the winners of one of the best annual competitions, Close-up Photographer of the Year. There is tons of inspiration here if you are thinking of entering yourself. Other highlights include a project on pre-war Ukraine, and Harry Borden’s memorable encounter with Russell Brand. Hardware-wise, John Wade checks out pre-Polaro....