Chris Gomersall. Bird Photographer.

Born and raised in Grimsby, Lincoln shire, Chris developed an early affinity with the coastal salt marshes and their birds. Discovering a waxwing eating cottonseed berries in the front garden during the winter of 1963/64 was probably a defining moment in fostering an interest in nature, and learning that a schoolfriend, John Horsfall, had similar interests led to many shared birdwatching excursions which continue to this day. Photography seemed to be a natural consequence, although it was pretty rudimentary at that time.

This shot of this red kite was taken by Chris, it shows the red kite in flight with its magnificent wing span and colour.

Chris’s photography is probably best known to the one million members of the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds where he had the enviable job of staff photographer for some fourteen years, before leaving to pursue a solo career in November 1998. The RSPB has regularly featured his photographs in its magazine Birds and other publications, as well as supplying many other publishers through its photo library, RSPB Images. During his time at the RSPB Chris was also responsible for founding and managing the Society’s photo library, recruiting some of the very best wildlife photographers in the UK and Europe, and having the privilege of editing their photographic work.

 

With an educational background in zoology and plant biology, and experience in nature reserve wardening and field research, Chris endeavours to make photographs which will be effective in promoting biodiversity and advancing the cause of nature conservation. His style is very much concerned with photographing wildlife subjects at home in their natural habitat, with an emphasis on ambient light and sensitive composition.

Chris Gomersall uses Nikon equipment for all his bird life shots he currently uses the D3 and D300 series which is one of the finest digital cameras there is. These cameras cost £5,000 each body only.  Chris Gomersall  also uses Nikon Len's which are Nikkor 200mm F4 VR Lens. 

Chris Gomersall as also written some books on wild Birds in June 2001 he launched the book "Photographing Wild Birds" and as written in leading bird magazines. 

The magnificent white-tailed eagle flies wild and free in Scottish skies once more, thanks to an ambitious and dedicated programme of re-introduction spanning 25 years.