The Salem News is offering a free seminar later this month on taking great photographs.

The seminar is geared toward beginning- and intermediate-level amateur photographers who want to learn how to take better candid photographs and shoot under different conditions -- outside in the snow or on the water, or sporting events, cookouts, dance recitals.

The session will be led by The Salem News’ award-winning photojournalists and will include tips on how to submit your photo for publication in the paper.

Participants are encouraged to bring their own cameras, as staffers will be available for one-on-one attention at the end of the seminar.

The seminar will be held from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. on Tuesday, June 30 at The Salem News offices at 32 Dunham Road. To register, please e-mail Robyn Day at rday@salemnews.com or call 978-338-2504. Space is limited to the first 20 registrants.