Still Outdoors – Nature and Landscape Photography

Meet Simon Evans, a Nature Photographer in North West England

INTIMATE LANDSCAPES. NATURAL WILDLIFE. ETHICAL GUIDES.

I’m Simon Evans, the wildlife and landscape photographer behind Still Outdoors. Based in Rainford, a small rural village in Merseyside in the North West of England, my work tells the story of nature’s resilience on my doorstep. I live to document nature’s beauty through the changing seasons, using an ethical, non-disruptive approach to inspire communities to reconnect with the green spaces around them.

Wildlife photograph of a barn owl perched on a fence post surrounded by tall grass at the edge of a wild meadow in Merseyside. — A pinch-me moment with a local barn owl. Months of patience led to an unforgettable encounter.

Seasonal Nature Photography Galleries

A SELECTION OF PHOTOGRAPHS INSPIRED BY THE CURRENT SEASON

Capturing summer in the English countryside

Wildlife photograph featuring a pair of branching tawny owlets huddled together on a branch, surrounded by dense leaves and foliage near Rainford Village.

A stoat standing on sandstone rocks surrounding a lake during summer.

Stunning landscape photo of flowering heather and the Langdale Pikes at Blea Tarn in the Lake District.

As we wave goodbye to the allure of spring, arguably my favourite season of the year, we welcome summer, the season of abundance. Summer brings with it the warmth and energy of longer days and shorter nights. Deep shades of green and delicate wildflowers decorate the countryside as new life matures, gaining independence for the first time.

Summer Gallery →

Nature photography through the seasons

My photography follows the seasonal changes throughout the English countryside. Out in the field, I work hard to capture the small details of seasonality and resilience that show the true beauty of nature on my doorstep. Below is just a small snapshot of what you can expect from my seasonal galleries.

A four-image composite by Still Outdoors featuring landscape photography in Rainford Village and the Lake District during spring, summer, autumn and winter. — A seasonal collage illustrating picturesque scenery from across the North West of England

See the Full Seasonal Collection →

The Value of Ethics in Local Wildlife Photography

ETHICAL WILDLIFE PHOTOGRAPHY IS KEY

Over the past several years, I’ve worked tirelessly to hone my patience and fieldcraft skills to help keep me accountable outdoors. Prioritising an ethical approach has genuinely been my key to success in photographing wildlife on my doorstep.

Visit my Wildlife Photography pages to discover why patience, fieldcraft, and ethics are skills that cost nothing but provide more value than any gear upgrade ever could.

Discover the Value of Ethics

My Upcoming Book: Wild Rainford

COMING SOON

Explore the natural beauty of Rainford Village in my upcoming photographic book, Wild Rainford.

EXPERIENCE WILD RAINFORD

The Beauty of Nature on My Doorstep

Wild Rainford takes you on a seasonal journey through Rainford Village’s diverse countryside, revealing the beauty of our local landscapes and wildlife that are often easily overlooked.

Why Wild Rainford Matters

Wild Rainford was created with one goal in mind: to help strengthen our connection with the nature that surrounds us. Biodiversity across the UK is suffering devastating declines year after year, making our everyday landscapes and wildlife feel more precious than ever.

If we lose our connection with nature, we risk losing the species and habitats that define our beautiful countryside. Wild Rainford brings nature closer, offering a reminder of the beauty that lies on our doorstep and why it’s worth protecting.

Learn more about the inspiration behind Wild Rainford in my recent blog post, which gives you an exclusive look behind the scenes.

Behind-the-scenes →

A misty tunnel of trees along Coach Road, Rainford, during an early spring morning, with a hare sitting curiously in the foreground.

A barn owl perched on a lamp post at night with lightning forking across the night sky in the distance.

Ethical Photography Guides

INSPIRING THE NEXT GENERATION OF ETHICAL NATURE PHOTOGRAPHERS

The Importance of Ethical Nature Photography

My goal is to encourage ethical nature photography and promote a greater respect for the outdoors. Spending time in nature has endless benefits for our physical and mental health. With the help of my guides, you’ll learn how to make the most of nature on your doorstep, with respect at the heart of every move you make.

A barn owl gazing down a public path whilst perched on a post at the edge of a meadow.

Behind the Lens Insights

Real moments from out in the field

Explore my Blog and Field Notes pages for genuine insights into the art of wildlife and landscape photography. No fluff; just fieldcraft, respect, and a passion for capturing the beauty of the great outdoors.

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FIELD NOTES

HERE’S WHAT I’VE BEEN UP TO RECENTLY