Colin has been involved in photography since about 1986.  He still has a fondness for monochrome despite switching to digital imaging about eight years ago.  A late passion for darkroom lith printing has influenced his digital direction considerably.  The photo secessionists of the late 19c have been another strong influence.  Colin gained his licentiateship of the RPS in 1994, his associateship in 1999 and his fellowship in 2006. 

Key events in the past twenty years have included joining Shillington & District Camera Club in 1986 where he came under the creative influence of Irene Froy; being given darkroom printing equipment by a friend in 1988; meeting Hugh Milsom and seeing his delicate infra-red pictures, and through Hugh joining Circle 11 of United Postal Portfolios. Colin is also a member of the Eyecon group.  Both Circle 11 and Eyecon provide a source of inspiration and companionship, a compass in the ever-changing world of modern photography.

Other influences are Leigh Preston and Vic Attfield for their fine monochrome work, Roy Elwood for sheer craftsmanship and Dr Tim Rudman for his inspirational work in lith printing.  Finally, joining Harpenden Photographic Society has brought Colin into contact with members of Harpenden Arts Club whose art prints are proving a strong influence.