Farewell after 14 years
“I quite often forget to take photographs when I’m out walking. I tend to get immersed in my surroundings, lost in mini experiences and focused only in the moment.
It’s only when I’m home and I’m replaying some of the memories that I curse my brainlessness at not taking out my camera. Mainly because I want to share my excitement with family and friends. And, in turn, I love to see where friends are exploring and the wildlife they’ve encountered. As Simon Whaley says, the way someone takes a photograph, their style and subject matter is so much part of them– and so wonderfully revealing. So revel in this celebration of all things countryside and photographic and be inspired by the experts. And send your favourites to us – we love to see your work and we print the best images in the mag.
And a final word from me. This is my last BBC Countryfile Magazine. After nearly 14 years, 180 magazines and millions of words, I am stepping down as editor to spend more time exploring the countryside I’ve celebrated within these pages. You will still find me hosting the BBC Countryfile Magazine Plodcast, however! I’d like to say a huge thank you to my wonderfully talented team – and to you, the readers, for your loyalty and support. Paul McGuinness, who is currently the editor of BBC Wildlife Magazine, takes over as the new editor from our November issue. I wish him all the best. Goodbye!
Fergus Collins, editor@countryfile.com
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THIS MONTH’S CONTRIBUTORS
Verity Milligan, ‘The power of place’
“Photography has taught me to see the beauty in everything, from large vistas to the smallest detail.”
Jo Stephen, ‘The joy of flower photography’
“There’s an incredible diversity of form, colour and texture in the botanical realm, which is a joy to capture.”
Ross Hoddinott, ‘Respect for nature’
“We must capture our photographs responsibly and ethically – there are boundaries that shouldn’t be crossed.”
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