Photography Blog

The Glorious Twelfth is the name given to the day that marks the start of the grouse shooting season. To reach this point our uplands have been emptied of wildlife through illegal persecution.

Connecting people with nature that is what I do. It means nothing to me what awards you have won, how many followers or likes you have. How you treat nature tells me all I need to know about you.

With its coastline of 300 miles the Isle of Mull on the west coast of Scotland has breathtaking landscapes along with some incredible wildlife.

One of my favourite summer visitors to our shores is the Redstart. The word redstart means red tail from old english steort.

Simplicity is key when it comes to composing a successful photograph. A well composed image should never look cluttered, and the main focal point or subject should be obvious.

Each time you enter nature you always learn something new, whether it be about the subjects behaviour or fieldcraft technic. You must always put the subjects welfare before any images you take. Remembering you are a guest in their world.

With the warming temperatures, lighter evenings and the morning dawns becoming earlier, Spring is upon us. It’s my favourite time of year as the countryside is bursting with life.

Britains mammals are in trouble, if we are not careful even the common species will be lost before our eyes. Thats why Peoples Trust Endangered Species need your help to monitor mammals and record sightings to protect their future.