Amongst The Morning Mist

2025

It has been about six years since I released a photograph of a swan – they are breathtakingly beautiful birds, but they can also be aggressive, and they are probably one of the most photographed birds. I admit that they are one of my favourite native species, and I always get excited when I spot one… it was about time I revisited them with my camera.

We were treated to some very favourable conditions earlier this year, the winter light was magical, and recent temperatures had meant it was likely there would be some level of mist if we got down to the waters edge early enough.

The photograph was in the bag before breakfast, it was a very early and chilly start, but we warmed up with some good company and some good coffee shortly after. Sometimes you have to seize moment.