For many photographers, the idea of a photo critique is enough to send shivers down the spine. Allowing someone to rifle through your images and openly comment on them can feel uncomfortably personal — almost like an invasion of your creative space. However, when I was studying photography, group critique sessions were some of the most valuable hours of my course. They helped me shape my ideas into photographs that not only met my own standards, but also communicated effectiv

I will never forget the first time I ventured out with my camera after dark. It was a crisp winter evening, and everything was glistening after a recent rain shower. The dampness clung to the air—but it certainly wasn’t going to dampen my enthusiasm. My destination wasn’t a grand or iconic Yorkshire location. Instead, it was a simple crossroads just a short distance from where I live. After all, practising night photography in a familiar setting is often the best place to sta

A winter wildlife photography experience capturing the magic of a starling murmuration — unpredictable, mesmerising, and unforgettable.