Editorial Welcome to The Royal Photographic Society, Landscape Specialist Interest Group Spring 2020 magazine. A warm welcome to the third issue of the group’s magazine. A big thank you to all the contributors to this issue, which sees the continuation of the series of articles dealing with the process of distinctions and hopefully a selection of interesting and thought provoking articles. The copy deadline for issue 4 is 30th September 2020. Spring is on its way! As most landscape photographers prepare for a period of the year that can prove both fruitful and frustrating in equal measure, it is also time for the latest edition of the group’s magazine. As editor it is always inspiring to be sent some great material from fellow likeminded individual’s, especially when images turn up of familiar locations that are photographed in quite different ways, either from the individuals view point or by continuing to photograph in challenging weather conditions when most of us (including yours truly) would probably be in the nearest hostelry.
In this issue I have tried to include all the contributions received from members since the last issue was published and have also included commissions. One such commission is the work by Steve Gresty, who has recently exhibited images from a longterm project (which continues to evolve) with funding from the Arts Council and various other local funders. Steve details his journey and also provides some pointers to getting funding for potential projects and exhibitions. It is always interesting to hear from professionals on how a place inspires their ongoing work and Don Bishop is one such professional. Based in Cheddar Gorge, Don shares one of his favourite locations.
Distinctions are always a subject of discussion and Mike Lloyd details his journey to gain an associate distinction and shows us his images and panel. Following on from Richard’s article in the last issue, I hope members who may be considering this route have been inspired to progress onwards. Finally, I’d like to thank members, the committee and the assistant editor for their continued support and look forward to more members contribution for the next issue. The magazine can only go from strength to strength with the continued support of the group’s members and their contributions.
Two Bridges by Peter Fortune 6 Landscape Magazine Spring 2020
