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September 5th 2015 Nature Photography Workshop

September 5th 2015 Nature Photography Workshop

After a drizzly start we had another great day out on the Heath and yet again the standard and variety of images was amazing. It was surprisingly chilly but the group got on with it and took some fantastic shots. I love seeing how differently each ...

A Moment With Nature

A Moment With Nature

Really happy to have my image of the great crested grebe battling it out with a crayfish and the story behind it in the September issue of Outdoor Photography Magazine. It’s hard to believe I took these shots over a year ago. Since then ...

Latest shots from Hampstead Heath

Latest shots from Hampstead Heath

There’s so much going on in Hampstead Heath it’s hard to keep up with my shooting list. It keeps growing when in theory it should be shrinking as we move towards Autumn and the last seasons before going to print with the new book next ...

Gran Paradiso National Park

Gran Paradiso National Park

I just got back from a holiday to Italy which included 5 days trekking in the Gran Paradiso National Park. The scenery was breathtaking and a reminder to me that you don’t have to travel too far to experience true wilderness. All the below ...

Hampstead Heath Book Spreads taster

Hampstead Heath Book Spreads taster

I’ve been in the studio all day working on layouts for the Hampstead Heath book. This is one of the most satisfying elements of creating a book as you begin to see how the images flow and connect to tell the story. Below are 3 spreads showing ...

Hampstead Heath Nature Photography Workshop 6/6/15

Hampstead Heath Nature Photography Workshop 6/6/15

We had another beautiful day on Hampstead Heath for the 7th nature photography workshop. The fine weather inspired some fantastic photography and once again the standard was very high. I love how we all interpret a scene so differently, each of us ...

Spring Nature Photography Workshop on Hampstead Heath

Spring Nature Photography Workshop on Hampstead Heath

Every season brings new photographic delights, and we were spoiled for choice in Cohen’s field in the North-Eastern end of Hampstead Heath. The greens are really fresh at this time of year and the meadows carpeted with wildflowers. Once again ...

North Norfolk Weekend

North Norfolk Weekend

I love visiting north Norfolk. The coastline is spectacular throughout the year with copious amounts of bird life and wonderful panoramic views. Holkham Bay is my favourite spot and an incredible location for sunset photography. The beach views and ...

‘Five Great Blogs To Follow’ – Outdoor Photography

‘Five Great Blogs To Follow’ – Outdoor Photography

My Blog is featured as one of five great blogs to follow in this month’s Outdoor Photography magazine. I guess you reading this means you think the same thing too. Many thanks to Phage Design for the lovely new website and blog, and Anna Evans ...