I have been working in photography for many years, and have recently retired from teaching the subject which has been very rewarding over the years. Continuing with my own self-directed photography, I now have time to enjoy the design process of creating a still life with natural materials and whilst exploring man-made items from my father's collections of items which were packed away some time ago. The act of revealing and bringing new light onto these items is an emotional journey and the unexpected when combining the past and present.