LATEST NEWS:
Stay up to date with my projects, photography shoots I am planning, events I am attending and more!
New Workshop dates!
I have already posted some dates for this years Autumn Fungi/Macro Workshops in the Forest of Dean. You can find dates and more information here.
I have also just added a couple of extra dates for a general Autumn Macro Workshop in the Forest of Dean and a one day workshop on the Blaen Y Glyn Trail in the Brecon Beacons National Park! You can take a look at my workshop page with the link below for more information and feel free to get in touch if you have any questions!
Updates:
Print store:
My print store is currently closed as I am reviewing how to make selling prints more manageable and more cost effective. It is likely I will change to selling limited edition prints in the future, with 'rounds' of images being released every so many weeks or months (a thought in working process ha). I'll try to keep you updated on this.
A Guide to Focus Stacking (and Bracketing) for Macro Photography' is now available! This 40-page eBook is packed with practical tips, step-by-step guides, and solutions to common challenges in macro photography. Inside, you'll learn how to manage depth of field, perform both manual and automated focus bracketing in the field, and troubleshoot issues with failed stacks.
You can preview the eBook, including the full table of contents, to see if it’s the right fit for your macro photography journey. Writing this was an absolute joy, and I’m incredibly grateful to the generous photographers who reviewed early drafts and offered thoughtful feedback. Your insights helped shape this guide into something truly useful, so thank you!
What's next on Youtube?
In my latest video, I dive into the world of insect photography in attempts to take my macro photography to the next level!
Next up: Longer projects. Despite having been making videos for a while now, I still feel as though I am still trying to figure out how I want to continue with this long term. At the moment, I am favouring longer projects where I can record the progress of a trip, of my images, of a story etc, over multiple days. This is what I am going to continue with, however, it does involve more days filming and editing. Despite more work going into each video, this style is what I am excited by and have a lot of fun with. I am currently partly way through filming a video exploring my mid-summer photography slump, (hands up if you're also in need of some motivation!) working on another artificial light in macro photography exploration, and have some landscape shoots planned. I feel the need to walk far and wide, and so my landscape shoots will likely involve a minimal kit set up and some good old hiking!
Sneak peak of this weeks video!
Weekly Fungi Hunt:
A sprinkle of rain, a dash of humidity… and suddenly, hello mushrooms! With a few damp days passing through, the forest has begun to sprout all sorts of fungal treasures. I’ve snapped a few quick phone shots (I can’t resist crouching down to peek at the gills whenever I can!) of course, my macro lens was nowhere to be found which is typical.
This time of year, the boletes are out in force. I’ve even seen some absolute giants in the Forest of Dean before. Chanterelles have been making an appearance too, but they’re fleeting; spot them and act fast, whether for a photo or foraging, because they won’t be there for long!
In the photos below (top left), you’ll also notice some beautiful oyster mushrooms, clinging to fallen trunks and dead wood, right where they thrive.
Gear of the Month:
16-35mm Wide Angle Lens:
Lately, I’ve been falling back in love with my wide-angle lens. For a while, it spent far too much time on the shelf while I reached for other favourites, especially my 100–400mm. But recently, it’s been getting a lot more time in my camera bag, and I’m thoroughly enjoying it again.
It’s been perfect for capturing the breathtaking landscapes of North Wales, and I’ve even taken it into the forest for some bold, dramatic compositions (yes, I know...a wide angle isn’t exactly the go-to for woodland shots!).
With my trip to Iceland just around the corner, I’m certain the wide angle will see plenty more action. I love searching for compelling foreground elements, playing with perspective, and breaking away from the standard eye-level view. Here are a few of my recent wide-angle shots—enjoy!
