FEATURED PHOTOGRAPHER

I am proud to have heard some of my friends say that my Abstract Simplicity panel is the best work I have ever produced and, on the occasions when I can find sufficient objectivity to assess my own work, I find myself agreeing, as it stands as a piece of work that represents a period of my photography that I will never reproduce. But that brings forth a different problem, as I am sure other Fellowship holders have asked themselves over the years: where do I go from here?

However, alongside my own personal photographic projects, I find it more and more satisfying to help other photographers. over the past year, I have become increasingly active in supporting others either within the wide RPS family (in committee and coordinator roles) or outside, through camera clubs or with individual photographers. Through these activities, I find huge satisfaction in helping others to progress and reach higher levels of enjoyment with this wonderful pastime that we all love.

So, what do I enjoy shooting now? I try not to limit my shooting genres and will generally give anything a go, but do find myself reverting to the subjects and styles that I have always enjoyed, which range from detailed table-top close-ups, as per my Abstract Simplicity panel: blurry movement found with intentional camera movement and street work. However, I find it fascinating that photography is always about how light and contrast create such an unending source to work with, no matter what the subject may be. So, whether it is soft and subtle studio light or high contrast sunshine, there always remains a challenge to continue the quest for the next image that must always be better than the last.

Happy shooting.

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