Why amateur microscopy?

Discover the amazing world under the microscope, learn how to get the best from your microscope, or how to take stunning photos. Join our amateur community to learn more.

Photo of the month

Passionflower pollen

Upcoming Events

Friday 7th to Sunday 9th October 2022 – London
New Scientist Live – a Festival of Ideas and Discoveries for everyone curious about science and why it matters. ExCeL, E16 1XL

Saturday 8th October 2022 – Pool in Wharfedale
Postal Microscopical Society
Village Hall, Pool in Wharfedale,West Yorkshire, LS21 1LG

Saturday 8th to Sunday 16th October 2022 – Sidmouth
Sidmouth Science Festival
The Quekett will have a stand on Super Science Saturday (8th October)

Taking photos through a microscope

Read our 3 articles:

• Starting digital photomicrography

• Microscopes and digital photography

• Advanced digital photomicrography