An amateur who has come to photography while looking for an interest in retirement. I was always interested in photography but it's great to now be able to take and produce award winning photos. I also like to encourage other people to take up the interest especially if they are struggling a little in life. Photography is such a powerful tool to use to get people out of their comfort zone and put their mind on what they can achieve. Outside or indoors, fit or house bound, any race, any place, lots of opportunities. I live in a very small rural community in Queensland, Australia called Moffatdale. We are surrounded by vineyards and a large dam. Sometime all the opportunities you need for photography are at your back door but it's also good to travel to get a different prospective. Happy snapping.