I have had an interest in sports photography for over 20 years, mainly through my younger brothers’ success at the Highland Games Heavyweight events and recently my daughter’s success with her ponies.  

 

The formation of my company, James Gunn Photography, in April 2008 has evolved due to;

· My conversion to digital photography and the avoidance of having to print dozens of photos with the hope of obtaining one good action shot

· Excellent learning and development opportunities as a member of the Thurso Camera Club

· Publication of numerous sports action photos in the local press

· Friends saying that my action photos were just as good as some professional photographers and I should start charging instead of giving them away!

· Active support from my employer, Dounreay Site Restoration Ltd (DSRL)

 

As I’m a full time employee with DSRL, my initial plans are to concentrate on photography at events during weekends and evenings.  

 

My gallery also includes general scenes and images that have caught my eye during my travels, particularly in Caithness.  Some of them have been successful in the Thurso Camera Club monthly photo competitions held throughout the Winter.  

 

I have won three competitions this Summer (2008).  The Thurso Library Swanson Gallery competition with a theme of “The local coastline”, the best photo at the Caithness County Show Industrial Section and the Rural Gateway photo competition “Action & Adventure” theme (www.ruralgateway.org.uk)

 

It has been said that photography is the art of painting with light.  I hope you enjoy the images and feel inspired.