Welcome to my Field Notes!
My Field Notes are a collection of behind-the-scenes insights from real moments out in the field. Featured posts reveal my decision-making, fieldcraft, seasonal transitions, and learning experiences that unfold in the build‑up to each photograph. All posts are raw and true to the experience.
Field Notes are published regularly and follow the changing seasons.
Photographing Beautiful Spring Moments Around Rainford Village
Today’s Field Notes post is all about photographing nature and the beauty of early spring on my doorstep, Rainford Village. If you’re reading this on mobile, you might enjoy the photos even more on a larger screen. This set is one of my favourites so far this spring. Signs of spring began to arrive earlier…
Photographing Mad March Hares in the Beautiful English Countryside
A month-long mission to photograph the beauty of mad March hares and their elusive boxing behaviour.
Tracking Tawny Owls: A Photography Journey in Ancient Woodlands
A journey towards photographing wild tawny owls in local ancient woodlands using ethical fieldcraft skills and observations.
Capturing Spring: The Season of New Life
With spring finally here, the countryside slowly awakens with plenty of photographic potential. This Field Note shares the subjects and subtle moments I hope to capture, from carpets of bluebells and wild garlic to the energetic presence of brown hares.
Barn Owl No-show: The Harsh Reality of Wildlife Photography
The harsh reality of wildlife photography – even under perfect conditions, nothing is ever guaranteed. Behind every successful encounter are multiple unsuccessful trips – a truth you don’t hear all too often.
A Rare Winter Encounter with Wood Mice: Why Patience Pays in Wildlife Photography
We rarely seem to experience dramatic wintry conditions in the North West of England. Most winters, we live our lives under endless stretches of dull grey skies and flat light, leaving you reaching for those vitamin D supplements. It’s a frustrating season for landscape and wildlife photography when the conditions don’t match your expectations. But…
A Close Encounter with a Barn Owl at Dusk
A quiet dusk encounter with a barn owl, shaped by patience, concealment, and a deep respect for nature. A reminder that fieldcraft matters more than gear.
