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Lens hoods are pretty much a must have, they’re great for minimizing lens flare and generally improve the quality of your photo even when the sun isn’t directly interfering with your shot. A lot of lenses come with a hood, however if your’s doesn’t, or if you lost or broke your hood, there is a great alternative.

Go to http://www.lenshoods.co.uk/. They have patterns for lens hoods for almost every lens of the major brands. Just search the lens, choose the type of hood, print out on paper or cardboard, assemble and attach.