I’ve previously written how-to posts for public speaking and judging photography competitions. But it has become apparent that more people would take up requests to help assess grants, scholarships and awards IF they had a clear idea upfront of what is typically entailed: How time consuming might it be? What does the assessment process typically […]
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March 16th, 2026How to watermark phone photos
November 5th, 2023If you like to post a lot of images on social media but don’t get around to watermarking them – the Samsung Galaxy’s One UI 5.0 operating system now provides a splendidly quick & easy option. Open the camera app & follow this path:– settings (the knurled wheel)– watermark– enter the letters/numbers you want, then […]
Rural photography competitions can help foster a thriving rural photography scene – but most don’t
September 7th, 2020After running rural drone or photography workshops I’m usually approached by at least one parent asking whether their daughter, who is really keen on photography, should pursue a career as a photographer. (And yes, virtually every time it has been daughter, not son.) If I say ‘yes go for it’ (as many other photographers do) […]
How to set up a drone business
March 21st, 2020A while ago I read a post on how to start a drone business. It was advice on how to start a drone photography business but many of the same principles apply to all small businesses. EG, the importance of finding your niche and focusing on it. Become an expert in your field. Ideally, build […]
How to judge & how to enter rural photography awards & competitions
February 2nd, 2020Photography competitions can be incredibly useful in rural and regional areas. The multiple potential benefits range from encouraging existing talent to inspiring new photographers, to educating re agricultural industries and promoting the uptake of new methods and best-practice, improved environmental management, heritage protection plus tourism and event attendance. I enjoy judging photography competitions as much […]
2019 Ireland & UK farm tour, with optional extension to the Scottish Highlands
June 20th, 2019*NOTE: Booking have closed for this year’s tour to Ireland & the UK; if you are interested in a future tour, please let me know so I can keep you informed & you don’t miss out on a seat. A classic farming tour of the British Isles – full of intriguing contrasts, fascinating rural history […]
2019 Farm tour of Ireland, Wales, England & Scotland – F.A.Q.
March 20th, 2019Have you ever dreamt of a relaxing trip around Britain’s iconic rural landscapes – off the beaten track as well as to famous locations? En route enjoying great food and interesting conversations with locals involved in agriculture, as well as other farmers on the tour? Visiting a great variety of ag-related and cultural highlights? From […]
Townsville Floods
February 7th, 2019I’ve received many queries about the floods in Townsville and frustratingly, there has been a lot of typically inaccurate media reporting by blow-in journalists unfamiliar with geography, what’s typical here and Townsville’s history. Mainly because the genuine care factor – for accuracy regarding northern Australia – is lacking. Townsville is in the dry tropics – […]