Photography

Most of the images shown here have been taken using a specific photographic technique in order to isolate the subject against a pure white background!

 

In May 2013 I read an article by professional photographer and writer Niall Benvie that described this technique. The images that accompanied the article captivated me. I initially thought that such work would be beyond an amateur photographer like myself, but Niall's enthusiasm, guidance in the article, and the unique beauty of the images meant I just had to give it a try! 

 

The technique is used extensively by photographers and naturalists taking part in a project called "Meet You Neighbours" created by Niall Benvie and Clay Bolt with the aim of connecting people with the wildlife around them, but which might usually be overlooked!

 

In may 2014 it was a privilege to be added to the group of contributing photographers for MYN! 

 

 

From the MYN website:

 

"Founded in 2009, Meet Your Neighbours™ is a worldwide photographic initiative created by Niall Benvie and Clay Bolt. The project is dedicated to reconnecting people with the wildlife on their own doorsteps – and enriching their lives in the process. These creatures and plants are vital to people: they represent the first, and for some, the only contact with wild nature we have. Yet too often they are overlooked, undervalued." http://meetyourneighbours.net