Saturday 3 February 2024
Chichester Cathedral
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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.
Super shots, Mike, especially that last one. If I'm ever down Chichester way, I'll be sure to visit the cathedral - thank you for the tip. Cathedrals are a favourite nesting site for Peregrine's, but usually they can only be viewed by standing in the street. In my childhood days, we used to visit the Shippam's factory in Chichester and there were free samples at the end of the visit. Their liver and bacon paste was a favourite!
ReplyDeleteBest wishes - - - Richard
Well worth a visit Richard. They look after you well there.
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I think that it is entirely appropriate, Mike, that cathedrals are inhabited by Peregrine Falcons, the true lords of the air. Here a pair has nested for several years on the communications tower at the local TV station. They are infinitely more entertaining than the people who work in the building!
ReplyDeleteIn total agreement David. A magnificent bird deserves a magnificent home. They are loved and respected in Chichester.
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Hi Mike
ReplyDeleteSuch a majestic bird also needs appropriate accommodation, beautifully photographed.
Greetings Frank
Thankyou Frank, I agree and they are well looked after there.
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