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A Night at Mike Phelps’ Hide and Squeaks Hide, Lichfield
On Saturday 1st November, I spent the night at Mike Phelps’ Hide and Squeaks Hide near Lichfield — and what a setup it is. Full credit to Mike for the sheer attention to detail that’s gone into this hide. From the positioning of the lighting to the placement of props and the overall scene design, everything has clearly been planned with care. It’s the sort of environment that makes every frame a potential keeper — a photographer’s dream. The session began at around 4:30pm ,

Chris Draper
Nov 52 min read


Kestrel Photography at Charlie’s Hide – Yorkshire Wildlife Hides
On 12th May 2025, I made a return trip to Charlie’s Hide, part of the excellent Yorkshire Wildlife Hides setup. I’d previously visited in...

Chris Draper
May 183 min read


Red Deer Rut Photography: A Spectacular Morning on the Moor
Witness the raw beauty of the rut on White Edge, where stags clash, the moor glows red, and a close encounter brings tension.

Chris Draper
Oct 15, 20245 min read


Rites of the Wild: A Black-and-White Exploration of the Rut
"Rites of the Wild" is a striking black-and-white photography series that takes you deep into the primal world of deer during the rut,...

Chris Draper
Sep 28, 20242 min read


Guardians of the Sky: A Weekend with Red Kites in Mid Wales
Wales is known for its rain, and fittingly, it has a rich vocabulary to describe it. This weekend, the weather could only be described as...

Chris Draper
Sep 27, 20244 min read


The Kingfisher's Call: A Day of Photography and Reflection
Today, I found myself in the perfect alignment of conditions, both in terms of weather and opportunity. It’s not every day that a...

Chris Draper
Sep 17, 20246 min read


Exploring Woodland Photography Techniques: A Journey Through September’s Enchantment
As a passionate photographer, I've always cherished the month of September. The woodland transforms, becoming a haven for mushrooms, the...

Chris Draper
Sep 2, 20243 min read
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