Silent Sentinels: A moment of quiet suspension in the marsh. Amidst the lichen-dusted branches, two herons hold a patient vigil while a third breaks the stillness, its wings cutting through the heavy, humid air. It is a study in the balance of the wetlands—the enduring patience of the perch met by the sudden, graceful transition of flight.

Patterns on the sideline: A study of the netting beside the hockey pitch. Stripped of the game’s noise, the focus shifts entirely to the repeating diamonds and tactile weave. This 365 project is training my eye to find structural beauty in the mundane equipment of daily life, turning a simple safety barrier into a complex geometric landscape.

Spring sun on the Promenade des Anglais: The iconic walkway transforms as the sun gains strength, drawing people to the blue chairs to soak up the afternoon.

A macro world through 50-year-old glass: Today’s image is a delve into the miniature world, captured using an inverted Pentacon 50mm lens from my grandfather's 50-year-old camera. Reversing a vintage lens like this creates a makeshift macro effect, and it’s been a fascinating exercise in "slow photography" to manage the paper-thin depth of field. I caught this ant navigating the rugged, mountainous terrain of a garden log. There is something deeply satisfying about using family history to document the present; it forces me to look even closer at the details I usually cycle right past.

The Grazing Companion: A Cattle Egret (Bubulcus ibis) keeping a close watch on its giant grazing partner. I found this pair in a local field today, perfectly illustrating the symbiotic relationship where the bird waits for the horse to stir up insects from the grass. I love the scale contrast between the delicate, white silhouette of the egret and the powerful, heavy legs of the horse, all bathed in the warm, low-angled light of the afternoon.

The Hunter’s Reward: A male Chaffinch (Fringilla coelebs) emerges from the shadows with a hard-earned grub. This is more than just a record shot; it’s a split-second moment where the hunter wins. This project continues to highlight the incredible wildlife drama playing out just metres from my door, proving that even the most "common" visitors are formidable survivors.

Light at the End of the Tunnel (The daily transition to the world beyond): A view that defines the end of the workday, the long, stark hallway at the office leading towards the exit. This 365 project has made me hyper-aware of these transitional spaces that I usually rush through without a glance. Today, the way the bright, natural light from the doorway completely washes out the end of the corridor felt like a visual metaphor for the shift from professional constraints to the freedom of the outside world. I chose to process this in black and white to emphasise the leading lines and the high-contrast "tunnel" effect, focusing on the feeling of heading towards that eventual release into the green spaces that wait beyond.