Through the Lens: Landscapes of wellbeing
This month’s exhibition showcases work by three landscape photographers who draw inspiration from the natural world and the New Forest countryside.
Hugh Lohan (rhymes with lawn) has always been interested in drawing and producing cartoons. It was wasn’t until he ended 30 years in the army and 27 years as a security consultant, that he took up photography seriously. Hugh was most fortunate in being a friend of the Hampshire artist Pete Gilbert. With Pete’s help he learned how to observe and how to compose his photographs. Most of his photography is now in black and white. Over the last 20 years he has exhibited at the Young Gallery in Salisbury, St Barbe Museum and Art Gallery, won best picture at the New Forest Hampshire County and displayed in several local galleries.
Bryan Woods developed an interest in photography in his late teens when he started his sea career. He later progressed to film processing, developing and printing at home, opening a world of creativity. With digital came a new discipline to master. He has no fixed speciality and looks for an image that is unusual, interesting and has compositional opportunities. With retirement, photography became a more significant pursuit both in colour and black and white. He has exhibited at the ArtCare Open Exhibition at Salisbury District Hospital for three years running.
Claire Sheppard is a self taught, enthusiastic amateur photographer who likes to try and take photos for mindfulness and wellbeing, as well as producing cards and prints. From the sale of calendars Claire donates to the New Forest National Park each year and is a New Forest ambassador, helping to care for the park. Visit Claire’s website to find out more: Bramble and Beach Photography – Home
‘My photographic style captures the magical atmosphere of nature, inspired by the love I have for the beautiful New Forest, Hampshire, Wiltshire and Dorset. Photography is my ‘walking mindfulness’ and I hope I can inspire others to enjoy the same benefits.’ (Claire)
