Wildlife Artist of Year 2025 Animal Behaviour
I am delighted to announce that my painting “Into the light” won the “Animal Behaviour” catagory in the 2025 David Shepherd Wildlife Artist of the Year Award at the Mall Galleries in London
Lockdown watercolours.
I’ve recently spent a lot of time going through all our old photos of the kids when they were young
A celebration of our local rivers
It’s been a crisp, cold spell lately so I thought I’d pay a visit to the River Kent nearby.
Galapagos wildlife safari
Having recently spent a wonderful week in the Galapagos Islands, I can tell you that it ranks with all the great wildlife art safaris
Examples of British wildlife for photographers
Are you a keen wildlife photographer or looking to hire a professional to take a few dream snaps of your favourite animal? Here are a few key examples of British wildlife and where you can find them: 1. Red squirrels If you are keen to shoot the rare red squirrel, the best time to see them […]
The importance of seasons in wildlife photography
The changing seasons can, at the same time, be the most thrilling and the most frustrating aspects of wildlife photography.
Top tips from a wildlife photographer
In order to capture great photographs of wildlife, here are a few top tips to be aware of to create the perfect shots
“Precious” Step by step. Seven stages depicting the evolution of an oil painting.
David Shepherd Wildlife Artist of the Year
I’ve just found out that my painting of humpback whales “Odyssey” has been shortlisted for this prestigious event, and is through to the next round of judging. Fingers crossed!!!
Field trip to Ningalooo Reef, Western Australia.
I’m just back now from visiting this wonderful gem on the northwest coast of WA. Two weeks just isn’t long enough. Long enough, though, to get some great reference material, top up the tan and wreck not one but two underwater cameras! At least one is under warranty.