I had a great time at Patchings Art Festival earlier this month. I had been asked by Outdoor Photography Magazine to give a talk. The Festival clashed with my prior commitment to Surrey Artists Open Studios so I could only make the last day, but I am glad I made the effort. It was a lovely event, despite the relentless rain (where has summer gone?). I wasn’t nervous about talking as I am accustomed to giving presentations but I did wonder if anyone would bother to attend. I needn’t have worried – it was standing room only! I have now published the introductory slideshow from my talk on YouTube and it can be viewed below or here.
I would like to thank Crywolf for giving me permission to use his epic music and Outdoor Photography Magazine for inviting me to talk.
Focused Moments 
Congratulations Rachael . So many stunning images . You are the one making waves in the photographic world
Thank you, Gerald, for this kind comment and your email. 🙂
Enjoyed the slideshow very much Rachael! 🙂
Thank you, Adrian!
Great shots. I’m hoping to capture a few decent waves shots myself. We’ll see.
Thanks! Hope you get the waves you need.
Those big waves are amazing! I’ll happily give up a summer for storms like that. Particularly liked the two longer exposure waves at 1:46 & 2:59…
Hi, and greetings from Japan! I’m so glad I found your blog. The video was a real treat. Such great images and so much space! I’ve decided that in my next life I’d like to be a seagull. Tom
Hi Tom. That sounds like a very good plan. Imagine the fun you’d have flying over those waves. 🙂