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A day out at Slimbridge – still photographing but for fun


April 26, 2024

With my day job being a photographer and videographer based in Kidderminster, you would think that downtime for me was anything but using a camera. But you see photography is my hobby as well as my business and for the last 15 years I’ve been able to keep both going independently and when I get burn out from work (yes, even I get that sometimes) my hobby side has never suffered. This is mainly down to the fact that I have a very distinctive separation between work and play; at work I concentrate and getting the best image or video that will work for the client and my focus is on that end goal, with the hobby side, I focus on just relaxing and seeing the moment, to capture something I want, rather than needing to (This skill also helps my business side 👍🏻).

I also like to do things which I don’t normally do as it’s a great way to learn new techniques and create some stunning images (I also take a few which don’t make the cut). Slimbridge was one of those places that gave me everything I needed, a relaxed environment, coffee, cake and something to photograph. If you’ve never been here it’s a great day out even if you’re not a photographer 😜.

Oh, and there are no photos of Kingfishers, as I apparently don’t have the patience to wait all day for the little fella to make an appearance. 🤣

Below are a few of my favourite images from the day 😁

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A large group of pink flamingos stands on one leg by the edge of a pond, creating a stunning photography scene. Some are resting whilst others look around, with tall grasses and greenery visible in the background. A grey goose with an orange beak stands in a green, grassy clearing, surrounded by blurred foliage in the foreground, capturing a serene moment of wildlife photography. A greylag goose standing on grass with green foliage in the background, partially obscured by soft, out-of-focus plants in the foreground; a beautiful example of nature photography. Two bright pink flamingos stand closely together against a dark, blurry background. Their long necks curve gracefully, and in this striking photography, their distinctive hooked beaks and vibrant feathers are beautifully highlighted by sunlight. Two ducks with mottled brown, white, and purple feathers swim in murky water—one in sharp focus and one softer behind—captured in a moment of striking wildlife photography. A striking example of bird photography, this shot captures a black bird with a white beak and red eye perched on a nest made of twigs among tall green reeds and plants. A dark brown duck with a white beak and red eye is captured in this striking photograph, swimming on calm, reflective water beneath a blue sky dotted with clouds. A brown duck with a white patch on its face and a red and black bill swims in dark, shadowy water, creating a partial reflection—a striking moment in wildlife photography. A close-up photography shot of a greylag goose with an orange beak and grey feathers, standing near a wooden fence against a blurred green grassy background. Close-up photography of a Greylag goose’s head with an orange beak and grey feathers, set against a blurred green background. Close-up photography of a goose's head showing its orange beak, dark eye, and detailed grey feathers, set against a blurred green background. A male mallard duck stands on grassy ground near water, illuminated by sunlight, in this vibrant photography scene, with another duck partially visible and out of focus in the bottom right corner. A male mallard duck with a shiny green head is preening its feathers whilst floating in a pond, surrounded by tall green grass and gentle ripples—a perfect moment for nature photography. A white swan gracefully floats on calm, dark water, its reflection visible below. Captured in serene photography, the swan’s wings are slightly raised, enhancing the peaceful and tranquil atmosphere of the scene. A pink flamingo stands on one leg in tall green grass, bending its neck down to forage. Sunlight highlights its feathers, and the softly blurred background creates a stunning photography effect. A close-up side view photograph of a grey goose with an orange beak, surrounded by green leafy plants and sunlight filtering through the foliage. A brown and grey goose sits among green leafy plants in dappled sunlight, captured in stunning photography with a blurred pond visible in the background. A black bird stands in shallow water near a muddy patch, its reflection visible on the surface. The background shows more water and greenery, creating a calm, natural scene perfect for nature photography. Two small, fluffy, dark baby birds with red faces stand close together on green grass, surrounded by leafy plants and yellow wildflowers in this beautiful nature photography scene. A black-and-white bird with a long, curved beak stands in shallow, greenish water, casting a reflection. Grassy plants are blurred in the foreground, highlighting the artistry of nature photography. A sandpiper with brown and white plumage and yellow legs stands on a mossy log by the water, surrounded by green reeds and natural vegetation, captured in stunning wildlife photography. A small wading bird with a speckled brown and white body stands on a log by the water’s edge, surrounded by tall green grass and reflected in the calm water, creating a striking scene for nature photography. A small brown and white bird stands on a mossy log by the water, surrounded by tall green grass and foliage in a natural outdoor setting—perfect for nature photography enthusiasts. A white egret stands by the edge of a pond, reflected in the water—an enchanting scene for nature photography—surrounded by green grass, reeds, and yellow wildflowers. A white egret stands at the edge of a pond, surrounded by green foliage and yellow flowers, its reflection captured beautifully in this serene piece of nature photography. A white heron stands at the edge of a pond, surrounded by green plants and yellow flowers, its reflection captured in the calm water below—a striking moment of nature photography. A white egret stands in shallow water surrounded by green plants and yellow flowers, with sunlight highlighting its feathers and long, slender neck—an ideal moment for nature photography. A brown and white duck with a dark head floats in shallow water near the grassy edge of a pond, surrounded by tall green reeds—an ideal scene for nature photography. A group of pink flamingos stands on one leg on sandy ground near water; some are sleeping with heads tucked under their wings, creating a serene scene perfect for wildlife photography. A close-up photography shot of a flamingo with pink feathers and a curved neck, its beak partially open with small water droplets falling, set against a blurred, neutral background. A pink flamingo with bands on its legs stands at the edge of a shallow body of water, captured in stunning photography against a sandy shore and blurred grass in the background. An adult goose and two goslings forage on green grass near a body of water, surrounded by small white flowers and scattered plants, creating a serene scene perfect for nature photography. A white swan glides gracefully on a calm pond, droplets of water falling from its beak. This serene photograph captures large round stones in the water and green vegetation blurred in the background.
 




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