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About

 

I have had an interest in photography since being a teenager.  The first camera I bought was a Ricoh KR10 Super film SLR with a Pentax 50mm lens.  My dad and I converted the downstairs toilet into a darkroom and he taught me how to process film.  It started a life-long interest in the hobby.  

 

In 2018, I was successful in gaining the Licentiate of the Royal Photographic Society Distinction and formalised my role as a professional photographer by setting up my own business.  

 

I also work for Adult Education in Gloucestershire as a course assessor for the Education and Training Qualification.

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I am an Internal Quality Assurer for Bridge Training in Gloucester.  In this role I support their tutors and quality assure the assessments of the NCFE accredited qualifications in Photography and Digital Media.

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This experience and my background in education as a headteacher and leader is an asset in maintaining professionalism when dealing with business clients and individuals.

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Photography helps me see things differently.  It has made me much more mindful and appreciative of my surroundings and everything within it.  I find myself looking at things closely, watching and taking time.  It slows me down, it relaxes me; I can do it anywhere.

Holiday photography, Lake Zahara, El Gastor, Spain.  Taken by my wife, Emma, on a Canon IXUS pocket camera!

Professional Qualifications, Awards 

 

BSc (Geology)

PGCE (Post-graduate Certificate in Education)

NPQH (National Professional Qualification for Headship)

LRPS (Licentiate of the Royal Photographic Society)

CAVA (Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement)

PfCO (Permissions for Commercial Operations) - drone accreditation though the CAA (Civil Aviation Authority)

In a nutshell

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After 28 years as a teacher then headteacher, I changed direction and am now drawing upon 30 years of experience as a photographer.  My photography business includes commercial projects, websites, promotional literature, creative portfolios, portraiture, prints and events.  I am also a fully trained, licensed and CAA approved drone operator offering aerial photography and videography.  I am particularly passionate about wildlife and landscape photography capturing images from across the globe as well as landscapes closer to home. I have been awarded the prestigious Licentiate of the Royal Photography Society for my work.

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