The Annual 2016 is out now!

Capture magazine’s largest and most celebrated issue of the year, The Annual, is out now! Filled with 92 pages of inspiration and information, the edition is a showcase of some of the best photography shot over the last 12 months, and contains insightful features looking back at the year that’s been in the advertising, editorial, and wedding and portrait sectors. We also bring you the major trends of 2016, identified by working professional and emerging photographers.

The Work section features an amazing array of stunning photography, captured over the last twelve months by some of Australia's, and the world's best photographers, all of whom made submissions during the call for entries in August, across the 13 categories covered.

For our features in the section, A look back at 2016, we interviewed leading photographers and industry experts to report on the state of the photography market across a variety of genres. Their experience and wisdom helped shine a light on what shaped the year that's been, and what we can expect to see in 2017.

Our cover, Sleeping Plume, is from the 12 Natural Wonders Russia 2016 series, was shot by the amazing British-born photographer and film director, Paul Giggle. He has been shooting professionally for the past 20 years, and his clients include top fashion magazines and global brands

To get your hands on a copy of this very special edition, head to any decent newsagency or get the online edition here.