Focus of the Month: Blossoms & Blooms For me, March is all about wood anemones and they’re one of my favourite challenges to photograph this time of year. A slow coloniser that’s typically found on deciduous woodland floors, they can be a good indicator of an ancient habitat. - Read the full blog for full tips and
Creature of the Month: Brown Hare As mad as a March Hare - A centuries old adage that highlights a seasonal behavioural trait in one of the UK’s favourite mammals! As the first signs of spring develop our Hares seemingly get more and more excitable with males giving chase to females. And unwanted male attention may even result in a “boxing” bout.
Tip of the Month: Backlighting Light is to photographers what hops are to brewmasters. The more attention you pay it, the better the results. When used well, backlighting often offers a more creative, professional look to a photo and when used in conjunction with February’s exposure compensation tip can produce stunning results. Now’s a great time to explore back lighting as the sun is still comparatively low at relatively social hours, but not for long!
Inspiration of the Month: Faye Godwin I was once privileged to show a piece of work in a Godwin exhibition while at Kingston School of art and design, which was extraordinarily generous for such a celebrated and prolific photographer. The work she is best known for are her dramatic, sweeping landscapes of the British landscape. Perfect inspiration for a month known for unpredictable weather.
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