Winchester is a beautiful city, full of photographic opportunities. I was delivering a lecture in the city, but I made sure to leave time to wander and explore the streets, the cathedral, and the early morning quietness. The Streets of Winchester Arriving at my hotel early, I checked in and then took my Fujifilm X100VI … Continue reading Blog

Once you have smelt the aroma from a display of wild garlic wildflowers, you will not forget it for some time. Near where I live, Wychwood Wood is a small ancient woodland beside Purnell’s Brook. The wood is hidden behind houses and is not straightforward to visit. Only locals tend to know the public footpath … Continue reading Blog

The bluebell season is always exciting, and this year I took the opportunity to visit three different locations. Each offered something unique, with each wood landscape shaping a different perspective of the blue-covered woodland floor. Bluebells in Cawston Woods Cawston Woods is located southwest of Rugby and is a small but charming area of woodland. There … Continue reading Blog

The bluebell season is upon us, and I spent two consecutive days photographing these beautiful wildflowers. Most people head to woodland to see bluebells, yet the urban landscape can also light up with a carpet of blue. Key Hill Cemetery in Birmingham is one such place. This historic cemetery, located in the picturesque Jewellery Quarter, … Continue reading Blog

A shadow cast by the sun may often produce lovely, interesting shapes on the ground or walls.  There is a spot in Birmingham where shadows are created by the tall canal-side lamps that stretch over the towpath along the Birmingham Canal Navigations. The area around Brindley Place offers many opportunities for street photography, urban landscapes, and … Continue reading Blog

Each spring, Oozells Square in Birmingham is transformed by a brief but beautiful display of cherry blossom. In this reflective piece, I capture the fleeting nature of the season, the atmosphere of the square, and the photographic opportunities created by light, colour, and passing moments.

The Open Exhibition in Birmingham, organised by PRISM photography in collaboration with IgersBirminghamUK and Darkroom Birmingham, brought together a vibrant display of local talent at The Old Print Works in Balsall Heath. Centred on the theme of “Community“, the open exhibition showcased a diverse range of images, highlighting both the creativity and strong sense of connection within Birmingham’s photographic scene. The project … Continue reading Blog

Overall, the Photography and Video Show 2026 at the NEC Birmingham was an enjoyable experience. With so much to see and explore, the day passed quickly. I may differ from many delegates, as I was not there to purchase equipment or products on the spot. I consider myself a reflective photographer and, for the time … Continue reading Blog