MY APPROACH

In 2019, I embarked on a new chapter of my life, retiring from a long corporate career and relocating to the heart of Snowdonia National Park in North Wales. Surrounded by breathtaking landscapes, I discovered a wealth of subject matter to explore.

Drawing on my love of art and the inspiration in the world around me, I organise my photography around themes rather than locations. Turner in particular is a big inspiration because his approach to painting colour and light rather than subjects was unique and compelling.

The themes not only reflect my own perspective but also enable me to explore the landscape in a more meaningful way. This fluid and dynamic approach brings more cohesion to my work and enables me to see the world through a more conceptual rather than location specific lens.

My creative journey is a continuous process of evolution and discovery so the themes I've chosen to focus on are a work in progress.

(John Rees, November 2024)