Years behind the lens: 50. I started shooting B&W when developing a film and producing a photograph would take several hours. Finally getting it into the light to see it was not quite sharp enough is so different to today’s digital world.
Current Camera: Canon EOS 5D Mk IV
Dream camera: I have it but would love a Canon EF 200-400mm lens.
Piece of equipment you couldn’t be without: My tripod.
Favourite Dorset location: The beaches, they’re different every time.
Dream location: Japan, I’ve always wanted to photograph the abundance of Cherry Blossom in Spring. Long exposures of the cityscape at night also appeals.
Worst photographic mishap: Leaving the image stabilisation on when using a tripod.
Best photographic success: Appearing on TV. I was on BBC South Today in January 2016. Each year they feature one of the photographers who send in weather pictures. I was filmed at Knowlton Church ruins, two hours filming for twenty seconds on TV. It was great fun though.
Top tip: Always keep looking around you, the clouds behind might be better than the sunset in front.
What you’ve gained/learnt from or liked about Echo Camera Club Dorset: I like that a local newspaper has wholeheartedly embraced the latest technology and popularity of photography placing it streets ahead of the national papers.
- You can see more of Nick’s work at www.flickr.com/photos/nicklucas/
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