Spectacular snowdrops

Huge raindrops develop on a snowdrop (Galanthus nivalis) flower in light misty rain As a child, every February I eagerly awaited a parcel from Suffolk. Inside would be our annual snowdrop delivery, picked by my grandmother from her farm and carefully packed in moss. Over half a century later, I still marvel every time I […]

Pollination Power book

My latest book – Pollination Power – was published in September 2015  by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. Signed copies are available (UK customers only) from the  Shop. It was a Finalist for Book Photographer of the Year in the Garden Media Guild 2015 Awards “Pollination Power is a beautiful and informative insight into the […]

Direct and diffused light

I am often asked what is my favourite lighting. Since no type of light suits all subjects, I don’t favour any particular one. However, soft diffused light gives stunning results for many flowers – especially pastel-toned ones; whereas direct sunlight is good for bold reds and oranges and creating shadows that can add a dynamic […]

Photography Lecture – Why do plants have flowers? Ruislip Central Horticultural Society