Wildlife / Animals nominee

This series celebrates some of the titans of the animal kingdom, Animals that are defined by their immense size, raw strength, resilience, and quiet intelligence. Each of these subjects has ruled its landscape for thousands of years, shaping and surviving environments that have tested them relentlessly.
I chose black and white so that I could remove distraction and place these animals in a sense of timelessness. The absence of color emphasizes form, texture, and expression, reinforcing the idea that these animals have stood the test of time. Despite constant threats to their survival and the erosion of their habitats, they have endured, representing defiant symbols of power and persistence. The series stands as both a tribute and a reminder that these titans are not relics of the past, but forces of the present, deserving of our reverence and protection.

After 30 years working in the television industry, I took a leap of faith & decided to follow my passion & become a full-time wildlife photographer.
I hope you will find in my work nuances of light, composition, and storytelling. I want my images to provoke an emotion or a spark of curiosity.
I particularly love the timeless beauty & elegance of black & white images & I am increasingly looking for those subjects & environments where I know black & white will enhance the final image.
More than ever, I seek an unmistakable sense of place in my photography. It is an evolving part of my style as a photographer. As I compose an image my eye is constantly seeking to capture & frame the raw beauty & majesty not only of the wildlife in front of my lens, but equally important to me is the environment around it.
My work has been recognized in competitions run by the WNPA, Mono Awards, Muse & Refocus Awards. My images also support the conservation work of Mara Elephant Project & 10% of prints sales go towards various conservation charities in Africa.
I will be exhibiting at Windsor Art Fair in November.