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After taking on all manner of photographic work to earn a crust, I would say one of my proudest moments was when I received an unexpected letter from a client saying he had sent the image I had taken of him to the National Portrait Gallery, along with 3 others, and they want mine... am I OK with that? Well what could I say, I would have to think about it.....of course I didn't! I was ecstatic and my chest was well and truly puffed! https://www.npg.org.uk/collections/search/person/mp141596/lucinda-batchelor When I was initially asked to take the picture I remember thinking 'blimey, I have to make this count', and if the truth be...

How Do We Combine? When I was learning how to be a photographer, far too many years ago for my liking, I was only vaguely aware of the environmental consequences of producing images in a darkroom using film. It wasn't exactly a time of great environmental concern like it is today, and although having always been respectful of the environment and a big outdoorsy child, I just became immersed and excited about this new process, without really understanding the consequences. Over the years I have since become very aware of how the photographic industry has impacted our world environmentally. So I was interested to read an...

    As a relative newcomer to art collecting, fine art photography is recognised as a respected investment along with painting and sculpture. Photographic mages sell for record amounts, and we determine a fine art photographer the same as we would a painter or sculptor.  Is the artist established, unknown or up and coming? How was the piece produced? Is it signed? Is it authentic? Is it a limited edition? It's the answers to these questions that set fine art photographers apart.  But what separates fine art photography from the images we see every day, when we are continually bombarded by photographic imagery and all...

Introducing the Leamington Studio Artists new art gallery, a new gallery and social arts space in the centre of Leamington Spa. First opening to the public on Saturday 17th September at 10 am, with an exhibition of LSA members’ work. I have a piece included in the exhibition titled 'Aeonuim Arboreum'. The LSA Art Room is an exciting new venture for the LSA.  It will be a flagship gallery right in the heart of Royal Leamington Spa, featuring a curated selection of the very best artwork from our wonderful members. The Art Room is located at 5 Satchwell Court, Royal Priors, Royal Leamington Spa. #artgallery#newvenue#art#artists#photography#photographer#Leamingtonstudioartists...

Flowers hold many symbolic meanings, from the colours of roses to the sentiments when given as gifts. For me the Bleeding Heart, just by its very name let alone of its form, is one of the most romantic. Symbolising love, passion, unrequited love or a broken heart. It's included in tales of love between princes and princesses, and in some cultures represents a love for all of nature, understanding, or compassion. White bleeding heart flowers can mean purity and, in some cultures, are gifted to symbolise grief or remembrance of a loved one.  Fine art giclee print 'Bleeding Hearts'. A...