Who or what inspired you to take up photography?
I TOOK up photography just over a year ago now. I go away regularly in my touring caravan, and while out walking I like to have my camera at hand.
What was your first camera?
A NIKON D5300.
What do you most enjoy photographing and why?
I LOVE being out in the countryside and the peace and tranquility.
Your favourite picture?
HALTWHISTLE viaduct – one of my first long exposure pictures.
Your go-to kit at the moment?
A NIKON d500 and Sigma 150-600 for wildlife or a Sigma 105 macro. Nikon d7200 for landscape with either Sigma art 18-35 or Sigma 10-20.
Do you spend much time on post production, and what software do you use?
I USE Lightroom for editing, usually spend a few minutes a photo.
Do you have any advice for budding photographers?
JUST get out there and enjoy a fantastic hobby.
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