Travel
nominee

The muted Finnish winter landscape and lighting conditions inspired me to explore winter minimalism. The landscape was barren and sparse, not a sole in sight. The temperature was a mild -2 Celsius. Whilst setting up my camera using an ISO of 100 at 70mm, f8 and at 1/30sec, a man on a kelkka - a small sled equipped with ice runners, glided elegantly into my composition, providing a focal point interest, sense of scale and an element of surprise and mystery to the moment.

The great outdoors is where I have always found my photographic inspiration, making its way into the majority of my images. I am fascinated with water, interpreting movement and orchestrating varied and rugged landscapes. My work can be described as authentic and minimal. I am passionate about sustainability, conservation and the natural health benefits of the great outdoors.

Awards received so far include:
- Gold & Bronze in the Tokyo International Foto Award and three Honorable Mentions
- Winner in the Lakeland Photography Prize
- Honorable Mention in the Minimalist Photography Awards
- Shortlisted twice in the Landscape Photographer Of The Year
- And Editors Pick for The Independent Photographer