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The Long Night: Working with Tawny Owls and Fox at Bourne
I’d been wanting to visit the Wildlife Photography Hides at Bourne for a long time, and this session was booked with one subject in mind, tawny owls. They’ve been a long-standing frustration. I’ve spent years trying to photograph them with very little to show for it, so the opportunity to work from a controlled hide, in what has reportedly been a particularly strong year for owls, felt like the right moment to try something different. As with any wildlife session, expectation

Chris Draper
23 hours ago4 min read


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 5, 20252 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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