I first got into photography about 18 months ago when I bought a DSLR from a friend. I would constantly hear about his latest equipment so I thought I would see what all the fuss was about.

It didn't take long for me to understand why he loved it so much but it wasn't until I moved up to Newcastle that the interest became an almost unhealthy obsession. I take mostly landscapes and seascapes. It has probably got something to do with the fantastic scenery in the North East; from the rugged landscape of Hadrian's Wall to the endless stretches of wonderful coastline. Photography gives me a reason to get outdoors and explore these great places whilst providing a much needed creative outlet.

I think I still have a lot to learn so please feel free to be honest with your comments. Don't get me wrong, I love positive feedback as much as anyone else, but constructive criticism is just as welcome as it helps me learn and improve.

I know that equipment is not the be all and end all of photography but below is a list of my current set up, which is for my benefit more than anything else. Thanks for stopping by.

Andy

Bodies:

Canon EOS 20D

Lenses:

Sigma 10-20mm F/4-5.6 EX DC HSM

Tamron AF 17-50mm F/2.8 XR Di II LD Aspherical (IF)

Canon EF-S 18-55mm F/3.5-5.6

Canon EF 35-80mm F/4-5.6

Canon EF 70-200mm F/4 L USM

Supports:

Manfrotto 055XPROB tripod

Manfrotto 460MG 3-way head

Filters:

B+W 77mm ND-110 (3.0) neutral density

B+W 67mm MRC UV

B+W 67mm MRC circular polariser

B+W 67mm ND-103 (0.9) neutral density

Cokin P Series Holder

Cokin P121L ND2 graduated grey

Cokin P121M ND4 graduated grey

Cokin P121S ND8 graduated grey

Cokin P154 ND8 neutral grey

Lee Foundation Kit

Hitech ND0.9 Grad HE

Hitech ND0.9 Grad SE

If you would like to use any of my images on websites, blogs etc please have the courtesy to ask first.