Peak District Photography inspirer
Villager Jim
The Banksy of the Photographic World… and cofounder of Let’s Go Peak District
2018 best images of the year awards – Mercury Press
The Banksy of the photography world. Jim’s stunning work has been going viral across the internet but his identity has remained a secret – Countryfile BBC TV
Press Photograph of the Year Winner 2015/16 – SWNS Press
Press Photograph of the Year Winner 2016/17 SWNS Press
Fantastic, fantastic pictures – Harry Gration BBC Look North Television
Dozing Dilly an internet star – The Times Newspaper
Beautiful Labrador picture by Villager Jim – BBC Breakfast News
He is revelling in his success although refuses to reveal his identity – The Daily Mail
Extraordinary skill with a camera – The Duke of Devonshire
Thank you for all of the amazing images that you take of your local wildlife (& your pets)! – NIKON
Villager Jim at the peak of his photographic powers – The Star Newspaper
The Banksy of the Photographic World – The Derbyshire Times
Villager Jim enchants the world – Derbyshire Magazine
Editors choice in the British Wildlife Photography Awards 2013/14
World renowned for capturing the best of countryside landscapes and nature Barbour International
Daily Peak District Photography inspiration
But perhaps most intriguing of all is nobody knows who Villager Jim is……. (except Phil)
Peak District Photography inspirer
Phil Sproson Photography
Professional Photographer & Co-Founder of Let’s Go Peak District
Phil Sproson co-founded Let’s Go Peak District with Villager Jim, and like Jim, Phil is a professional photographer with varied specialism, from photographing the Peak District at sunrise and sunset, through to pet photography, events and workshops.
Phil also produces local products using Peak District photography, and his outlets include Chatsworth House, all of the Tourist Information outlets in the Peak District, and many shops. Further to that Phil has great working relationships with, and provides Peak District photography to… BBC Countryfile Magazine, Julia Bradbury and The Outdoor Guide, Chatsworth House, Haddon Hall, Ordnance Survey, Peak District National Park Authority, and The Outdoor City to name but a few.
Peak District Photography ambassador
Peter Simons Photography
Amateur photography and Peak District Photography Enthusiast
Pete Simons is an amateur photographer with a special interest for landscapes, pets and the occasional local event. Photography and graphic design have always been among his main interests along with music, though his day job is in IT. Pete hails from The Netherlands and moved to Sheffield fifteen years ago. With the Peak District on the doorstep, the photographic opportunities are endless. Favourite places include Higger Tor, the Derwent Valley, Strines and Chatsworth. He publishes to Instagram and Facebook as Peter Simons Photography, and regularly posts in Facebook groups such as Let’s Go Peak District, Peak District Photography and Pictures Of Sheffield Old And New. He likes to experiment with different styles, but most images are moody with strong contrast and rich colours. Pete attended a Villager Jim Photography Day with Phil Sproson to further explore the camera’s possibilities; and he can be found out in the Peak most weekends and evenings.
Peak District Photography ambassador
Great Lux Photography
Landscape Photographer
Paul, better known as Great Lux Photography, was born in Chesterfield, Derbyshire on the edge of the Peak District National Park and has been a regular visitor to the Peak as a walker for many years but it wasn’t until the start of 2018 he began his landscape photography journey, striving to capture the beauty of the ever changing landscapes and stunning wildlife of our local national park.
Having suffered from clinical depression, Paul openly talks about his mental health issues in order to hopefully help other sufferers know that they are not alone, championing the physical and mental benefits of visiting the countryside that surrounds us. Believing time in the Peak District is not only enjoyable but necessary in order to recharge your batteries from the stress and struggles of the daily grind.
Paul can usually be found photographing sunrise or sunset at various locations throughout the Peak District
Peak District Photography ambassador
Kieran Metcalfe Photography
Kieran was a talented freelance graphic and web designer from South Manchester, but it was as a passionate photographer that he became a cherished part of our community here at Let’s Go Peak District. He found his greatest peace away from the screen, unwinding on the hillsides and rocky edges of the Peak District, often waiting patiently to capture the perfect sunset or a sunrise, if he could manage an early start!
Peak District Photography ambassador
Nicky King aka Peakdistrict_Lady
Capturer of scenes and founder of @your_peakdistrict
I live at the southern end of the Peak District with my family and two dogs and I’m a small business owner of a tree surgery firm, alongside my husband. I am an avid runner walker and scenery hunter (like Suzanne ‘Peaklass’) I love nothing better than catching morning sunrises and cloud inversions.
I love watching the seasons change around Dovedale, I feel truly privileged to be able to watch them.
Peak District Photography inspirer
Suzanne Howard aka @peaklass
Suzanne is the busy little soul responsible for producing the content for our website, including the walks, features and newsletters, as well as details of places to stay, sights to see and things to do. She is an avid runner, walker and explorer, and loves nothing more than escaping into the hills and dales of the Peak District for outdoor adventures. Suzanne is passionate about every aspect of the Peak District National Park – its landscapes, its wildlife, its communities, in all weathers and seasons – and feels privileged to be able to share the beauty of this wonderful place with so many people through Let’s Go Peak District.
Suzanne is also into her Peak District Photography and is a keen photographer and posts on Instagram as @peaklass, often sharing her Peak District scenes on the Let’s Go Peak District Facebook page and Instagram account as well.
Hear more about Let’s Go Peak District in Suzanne’s words…
