10 Autumn Woodland Photography Tips from Baughurst Copse
Autumn comes softly here, beneath the canopy of Great Haughurst Copse — a season stitched together from wind, woodsmoke, and the slow drift of colour through the trees. In autumn woodland photography, the mornings are filled with movement: deer slipping through wet…
7 Mindful Photography Exercises to Lift Your Spirits on a North Hampshire Walk
Slow the shutter, steady the mind, and see your world anew. The Quiet Call of the Walk & Photography for Mental Health I find the best walks begin in stillness. Before the light has quite arrived, before the robins start…
In the Shadow of Giants: Avebury stone circle photography
A Journey into the Mystical Heart of Wiltshire There are landscapes in Britain where time seems thin — where history isn’t buried beneath layers of modern life but walks beside you. Avebury stone circle , in the heart of Wiltshire’s Marlborough Downs,…
Capturing Sunrise Photography at Watership Down: Beech Trees & Starbursts on the Wayfarers Walkway
Setting out in the pre-dawn hush of Sunrise Photography at Watership Down, my goal was simple yet profound: to capture the first golden rays of sunrise at Watership Down . Nestled in the rolling chalk hills of Hampshire, this celebrated…
How to Take Creative Long Exposure Photography: 5 Tips to Elevate Your Shots
Why Long Exposure Photography Is So Captivating Creative long exposure photography lets you break free from the constraints of “instant” photography. By using longer shutter speeds, you can smooth out motion, stretch time, and create surreal images that tell deeper…
Telephoto Photography: Discover 6 Tips
What is Telephoto Photography? Telephoto photography allows you to capture distant subjects with incredible detail. Using lenses with longer focal lengths, you can bring faraway scenes closer and create stunning images. Table of Telephoto Lens Focal Lengths: Focal Length Range…
Walking The Thames Path
A journey walking the Thames Path offers a unique perspective on both nature and urban life. This 10-mile stretch from Sonning to Pangbourne, passing through Reading, Caversham, and Mapledurham, captures the essence of the river’s charm. For this walk, I…
15 Essential Landscape photography Techniques for Captivating Photos
Landscape photography is a rewarding pursuit that allows photographers to capture the grandeur and beauty of the natural world. However, creating truly captivating landscape images requires more than just pointing your camera at a scenic view. To elevate your photography,…
Photos from Watership Down
Walking through the rolling hills of Hampshire, the sun beating down on my shoulders (Early Spring 2025), I couldn’t help but feel an overwhelming sense of tranquility. The charm of these Photos from Watership Down , near Kingsclere, is undeniable —…
Ashford Hill Wildlife: A Morning of Mist and Wonder at Ashford Hill Nature Reserve
The Stillness Before Dawn There’s a special kind of silence that exists before dawn, just before the world wakes up. It’s the hush of expectation, the moment when everything stands still, waiting for the first light to break the darkness.…
Seeing the World Differently: Embracing ICM Photography on a Wet Winter’s Day
In a world obsessed with pin-sharp images, I find myself drawn to something different—something more fluid, more abstract, and ultimately more reflective of how I see the world. This is where ICM Photography (Intentional Camera Movement) comes into play, allowing me to…
Discovering Ashford Hill Nature Reserve: A Photographer’s Year of Adventures
Ashford Hill Nature Reserve, located in the picturesque countryside of Hampshire, offers a dynamic blend of ancient woodlands, wetlands, and meadows teeming with life. This year, I’m thrilled to immerse myself in the beauty of the reserve, capturing its seasonal…
How to Get Good Pictures: A Beginner’s Guide in 8 Steps
If you’ve ever wondered how to get good pictures? you’re not alone. Whether you’re a budding photographer with an old film camera or someone who simply wants to capture the beauty of nature on a peaceful walk, the path to…
About Dawn Photography: Capturing the Magic of Golden Hour photography
Golden hour photography is a captivating art form, focused on photographing the serene beauty of the early morning hours. As the sun rises and casts its first rays, the world is bathed in soft, natural light, creating the perfect conditions…
Early Morning Photography on the Kennet and Avon Canal at Aldermaston Wharf
An early morning photography walk in winter offers a unique atmosphere for photography, and the Kennet and Avon Canal at Aldermaston Wharf provided the perfect setting. Armed with my newly acquired Canon EOS R5 and the reliable 24-70mm L-series EF…
My First Outing with the Canon EOS R5: A Morning on Watership Down
There’s something uniquely special about the first outing with a new camera. It’s a mix of excitement, curiosity, and a touch of nervousness as you learn its quirks and capabilities. For me, that outing took place on my favourite stomping…
Film vs Digital: My Photography Journey Through Two Mediums
As a photographer, I often find myself caught between two worlds—one grounded in the past, with the tactile and intentional experience of shooting on film, and the other looking forward, embracing the speed and versatility of digital photography. For me,…
Positive Affirmation Photography: The Release of Towpath Reflections
I am thrilled to announce the release of my latest coffee table book, Towpath Reflections : Positive Affirmations and Photographs from Aldermaston Wharf. This positive affirmation photography book holds a special place in my heart, as it represents not only four…
Briksdal Glacier Photography: Capturing the Autumn Splendor of Norway’s Iconic Landscape
Tucked away in the breathtaking beauty of Vestland county, Norway, Briksdalsbreen, more commonly known as the Briksdal Glacier , is a photographer’s dream, Briksdal Glacier Photography. It is one of the most accessible and well-known arms of the Jostedalsbreen Glacier,…
Coffee Table Photo Book – Echoes of Calleva
Every photography project I embark on feels like an exploration, but Echoes of Calleva – Landscapes Beyond the Stones was something truly special. This coffee table photo book represents over a year of walking, wandering, and losing myself in the landscapes…
