Bird and Wildlife Photography
As a Lake District photographer, and a Cumbria Landscape photographer, I also participate in a little bird and wildlife photography, not as a speciality, but more of a hobbyist, a bit of fun and enjoyment. Cumbria Woodland Photography Hide My first experience of Bird Photography was at the Cumbria Woodland Photography Hide, which I have … Continue reading “Bird and Wildlife Photography”
My Photography Exploits for the month of May
The month of May was split into two defined timescales, the first two weeks produced only one photography activity, whilst the last two weeks of the month produced a flurry of activity. Garden Photo Shoot The month began with a ad hoc photo session with Cody, a short and fun session in the garden with … Continue reading “My Photography Exploits for the month of May”
Light: How it impacts on everyone’s photography
As a Lake District Photographer, light is the essential, creative element in photography, acting as both the source of illumination and the primary tool for creating mood, depth, and texture. Controlling light through natural or artificial sources determines the subject’s prominence, contrast, and overall atmosphere. Understanding Light To fully appreciate the importance of light in … Continue reading “Light: How it impacts on everyone’s photography”
Isle of Harris and Lewis Photography Trip; Days 5 to 8
Day 5 of the Photography Workshop. Geodh Mhartainn Today’s adventures began with a little lie-in, breakfast was at 7 am, then a visit to another local beach to our cottages. Geodh Mhartainn is a coastal cove or inlet located on the west coast of the Isle of Harris in the Outer Hebrides, which is known for … Continue reading “Isle of Harris and Lewis Photography Trip; Days 5 to 8”
A Frivolous February.
February 2026 has been a very slow and unproductive month for my photography work and my social media updates. There are the usual reasons for this, my lack of enthusiasm, time constraints, shocking weather in the Lake District, and family commitments. The major reason for my lack of photography is very personal, that being my … Continue reading “A Frivolous February.”
Using my new Camera for the first time
The proof is in the eating, so they say, so after waiting for several weeks to trade my old photography system and receiving my new, Its finally time to try the camera and lenses out. The light as been pants for the last two weekends, but I had to bite the bullet and get out, … Continue reading “Using my new Camera for the first time”