''Practical Photography'' was a UK monthly photography magazine published by the

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since it was acquired from

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in 2008. Established in 1959, It ceased publishing on 2 June 2020 following Bauer Publishing's decision to stop printing many of its magazines due to the economic impact of the

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. The magazine included subject guides, camera and editing tutorials, interviews, Q&As and product reviews, as well as how-to videos. It also featured Camera School, an annual camera skills course for beginners. When it ceased publication, the group editor was Ben Hawkins. Alongside a monthly magazine, ''Practical Photography'' could also be found on social media, including the popular Practical Photography Talk Facebook group and its YouTube channel Practical Photography Magazine.

Staff

Staff members for the magazine (as of last publication): * Group Editor, Ben Hawkins * Deputy Editor, Chris Parker * Features Editor, Adam Atkins * Gear and Technique Editor, Kirk Schwarz * Senior Art Editor, Chris Robinson * Videographer, Jake Kindred * Production Editor, Marie Marsh * Editorial Assistant, Beth Mackman

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* 1959 establishments in the United Kingdom Bauer Group (UK) Defunct photography magazines published in the United Kingdom Monthly magazines published in the United Kingdom Magazines established in 1959 2020 disestablishments in the United Kingdom Magazines disestablished in 2020 {{UK-culture-mag-stub