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Redman by Peter Murrell Nikon D700, 50mm, 1/200sec at f/8, ISO 200

This striking image by Peter was taken at the British Library in central London. As he explains, ‘It was closing time and I took the opportunity whilst leaving the building.’ It’s a lesson in being prepared to take a shot when opportunity strikes. He uploaded his picture to Instagram using the hashtag #appicoftheweek. See more of Peter’s pictures on his Instagram @p.murrell where he describes himself as ‘a photographer with a day job’. Chosen by Nigel Atherton, Editor, as our #apppicofthe week

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Brown Hare in the Crops by Richard Campion Canon 7D Mark II, 263mm, 1/640sec at f/5, ISO 500

Richard is an amateur wildlife photographer based in Jersey. He can usually be found belly-down on the edge of a field photographing hares or sat on a riverbank looking for dippers. He says, ‘Last year I spent five days in Derbyshire photographing wildlife on my grandparents’ farm. On the final morning of my short stay this hare came bounding down the field straight towards me. I was able to get a number of images that I was really pleased with, before the hare decided to wander off back up the field and all the time remaining unaware of my presence.’ Chosen by Amy Davies, Features Editor

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Are you looking at me? by Steve Sulley Nikon D3300, 40mm, 1/160 sec at f/8, ISO 200

Steve has been a keen amateur photographer for the past four-and-a-half years and is a member of the Nottingham & Notts Photographic Society. This was taken at the club’s ‘mock studio portait’ night. They set out three areas using members’ lighting equipment. The aim was to give members a chance to experience off-camera flash and utilise manual settings on their cameras. As Steve explains, ‘This was taken in the “head shots” section. I asked the amateur model to look annoyed... and he duly obliged! I wanted a moody look with heavy shadows. I converted it to black & white in Lighroom, boosting contrast.’ See more of his work @stevesulley1. Chosen by Geoff Harris, Deputy Editor

Zig Zag Pier By Waldemar Matusik Nikon D810, 16mm, 30sec at f/11, ISO 64

Waldemar is a self-taught amateur photographer based in Bathgate, West Lothian in Scotland. He says, ‘This zig zag breakwater was built to protect the Robert Stevensondesigned harbour walls of St Monans. I’ve visited this location several times over the last few years photographing the so-called “blocks” structure in different weather conditions and once again Mother Nature did not disappoint. A tip for this excellent spot is to wait for high tide. The light that morning was just so amazingly soft and warm.’ Chosen by Michael Topham, Reviews Editor