Monday 29 January 2024
Peregrine family
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About Me
- Mike Attwood
- Evacuated during the second world war to a village in Yorkshire where I lived in the home of a good photographer for more than five years who taught me the basics and a great deal about nature. Well past retirement age I have been a wildlife photographer for more than 30 years. Red Kites have been my speciality for much of this period. I did spend several years snapping wheelchair athletes and organizing the British Road Race Championship. In the year 2000 I was awarded a distinction by the Royal Photographic Society for my portfolio on wheelchair athletes. Most of my pics are digital, using Sony cameras and Sigma lenses. I used to spend many weeks each year with friends in Wales which is close to the Elan Valleys where I got many of my raptor pics. I now get these pictures more closely to home, specially red kites and peregrines. I support my pension by selling my pics, cards, coasters, fridge magnets and key rings etc. at craft fairs, something I wish I had done much earlier in life. I give illustrated talks to clubs and societies on wildlife and other branches of photography that I have been involved in.
Majestic birds. Have you read J. A. Baker’s “The Peregrine”? If not, you must! Stay well, Mike. All the best - David
ReplyDeleteThankyou David. I havn't read the book but I will note it for my next library visit. Take care.
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I'm very envious of your delightful Peregrine shots, Mike. That second shot is a wonderful capture. Best wishes- stay safe - - - Richard
ReplyDeleteThankyou Richard. A bit of luck with that one.
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