My interest in photography began in my early teens when I saved up enough pocket money to buy a Kodak Instamatic 133 camera. This was the model that featured the revolving flash cube which plugged into the top of the camera and provided four flashes! A few years later I purchased my first 'real' camera which was a Praktica Super TL. Even though this was considered an entry level camera at the time, my purchasing decision was influenced by the fact that it was an SLR and had through-the-lens metering. I eventually upgraded to the Pentax system during the 1980's and stuck with them for many years. However, due to their slow uptake to digital tech, I moved over to the Canon system and have been a Canon user ever since.

I have now reached my 70th birthday and have a little more time to enjoy my photography. My favourite genres are macro and landscape although I enjoy taking photographs of virtually anything and everything.

I have visited Flickr on many occasions over the years and love the warm, friendly vibe and the overall feel of the site. I thought the time was now right to become a Pro member and start contributing some photos of my own.