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Based in Holmfirth, I specialise in wildlife photography, capturing authentic moments that reveal the beauty, behaviour, and character of animals in their natural habitats.

Not all wildlife moments are about the chase…Sometimes they’re about what comes next.A male Red-footed Falcon near Palic...
19/06/2026

Not all wildlife moments are about the chase…
Sometimes they’re about what comes next.

A male Red-footed Falcon near Palic, Serbia perched, holding a freshly caught caterpillar, ready to devour it.

It’s a simple moment… but one that says everything about survival.

The hunt is over.
The focus shifts.
And for a brief second, everything slows down.

You can see it in the posture calm, controlled, completely settled after the effort.

Moments like this don’t last long.
Within seconds, it’s gone consumed, and the cycle begins again.

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📷 Olympus OM-1 Mark II
🔭 M.Zuiko Digital ED 150-400mm F4.5 TC1.25X IS PRO

Do you prefer moments after the hunt like this… or the action itself?

Not all wildlife moments are about the hunt…Sometimes they’re about what comes after.The food pass between male and fema...
18/06/2026

Not all wildlife moments are about the hunt…
Sometimes they’re about what comes after.

The food pass between male and female Red-footed Falcons is always something special to watch.

It’s not just the action… it’s the whole spectacle.

The approach.
The timing.
The noise… constant calls filling the air as everything builds to that one precise exchange.

Then, in a split second, it happens a clean, perfectly timed transfer of food mid-motion.

Moments like this feel chaotic at first… but the more you watch, the more you realise how controlled it really is.

Everything is instinct.
Everything is rehearsed through repetition.

Captured near Palic, Serbia one of those scenes where behaviour, sound, and timing all come together in a way that’s impossible to ignore.

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📷 Olympus OM-1 Mark II
🔭 M.Zuiko Digital ED 150-400mm F4.5 TC1.25X IS PRO

Do you prefer the action of the hunt… or interactions like this between birds?

Big shout out to my newest top fans! 💎Ansumana Ansumana Drammeh DrammehDrop a comment to welcome them to our community, ...
17/06/2026

Big shout out to my newest top fans! 💎

Ansumana Ansumana Drammeh Drammeh

Drop a comment to welcome them to our community, fans

Not all wildlife behaviour is subtle…Sometimes it happens faster than expected.A male European roller in Serbia not even...
17/06/2026

Not all wildlife behaviour is subtle…
Sometimes it happens faster than expected.

A male European roller in Serbia not even giving the female time to eat before mating begins.

Moments like this are raw and instinctive…
driven entirely by timing and opportunity.

There’s no build-up… no warning… just sudden action.

These are the behaviours you only catch by staying ready and observing constantly.

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📷 Olympus OM-1 Mark II
🔭 M.Zuiko Digital ED 150-400mm F4.5 TC1.25X IS PRO

Do you enjoy unpredictable behaviour like this… or more controlled moments?

Not all wildlife moments are about the perfect image…Sometimes they’re about what’s left behind.A little owl in Serbia, ...
16/06/2026

Not all wildlife moments are about the perfect image…
Sometimes they’re about what’s left behind.

A little owl in Serbia, perched after feeding calm, composed, and completely settled.

But look closer…

A small spot of blood on the beak a subtle reminder that moments like this come after action you didn’t see.

It’s quiet now.
Still. Controlled.

But everything about it tells you what just happened.

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📷 Olympus OM-1 Mark II
🔭 M.Zuiko Digital ED 150-400mm F4.5 TC1.25X IS PRO

Do you notice details like this… or focus on the overall image?

Not all wildlife moments are rushed…Some move at their own pace.A white crane taking a drink from a local pond near Pali...
15/06/2026

Not all wildlife moments are rushed…
Some move at their own pace.

A white crane taking a drink from a local pond near Palic, Serbia.

Slow movement… measured steps… a quiet moment in an otherwise open scene.

These are the moments where patience makes the difference.

📸 Ray Hardy Photography
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📷 Olympus OM-1 Mark II
🔭 M.Zuiko Digital ED 150-400mm F4.5 TC1.25X IS PRO

Do you prefer slow peaceful moments… or fast action?

14/06/2026

Serbia Photography Tour – April 2027 🇷🇸📸

After the incredible success of this year’s trip, I’m excited to announce we’re heading back to Serbia in April 2027 and it’s shaping up to be even better.

📍 Location: Based near Palić, staying with our fantastic hosts in a superb location within close reach of an extensive network of hides.

🐦 The Experience: Around 20 different hides available, giving you the opportunity to truly fill your memory cards with birds and wildlife.

This trip is designed for photographers who want action, variety, and opportunity and plenty of it.

✨ Why this trip stands out:
Guests this year were absolutely blown away the moment they arrived… before even picking up a camera
Everything is taken care of: accommodation, food, transport, drinks all included
Comfortable stay with single occupancy ensuite rooms for all guests
Small group size (max 7 photographers) to keep things relaxed and productive

Over 200 species recorded in the area, including:
Hoopoe
European Roller
Kestrel
Red-footed Falcon
Grey, Purple, Squacco & Black-crowned Night Heron
Little Egret & Great White Egret
Eurasian Spoonbill
Western Marsh Harrier
Mediterranean, Black-headed & Caspian Gull
Black Tern & Whiskered Tern
European Bee-eater
Red-backed & Lesser Grey Shrike
Corn Bunting & Turtle Dove
Golden Oriole
Eurasian Green, Syrian & Great Spotted Woodpecker
Common Cuckoo & Common Swift
Blackcap, Eurasian Jay & Great Tit
Bearded, Penduline & other reed-loving species
Great Reed, Eurasian Reed, Sedge, Moustached & Savi’s Warbler
Plus chances of Little Owl and much, much more

✈️ Getting there:

All you need to do is get to Belgrade Airport – I’m happy to help with flights (daily routes via KLM through Amsterdam).

⚠️ Spaces are limited and bookings have already started.

If you’re thinking about it… don’t hang about.

👉 Secure your place with your name down and deposit paid.

If this sounds like your kind of trip, drop me a message and let’s chat 📩

Not all wildlife needs action…Sometimes stillness is enough.A magpie resting on a perch in Serbia balanced, aware, and c...
14/06/2026

Not all wildlife needs action…
Sometimes stillness is enough.

A magpie resting on a perch in Serbia balanced, aware, and completely at ease.

Nothing dramatic…
just presence.

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📷 Olympus OM-1 Mark II
🔭 M.Zuiko Digital ED 150-400mm F4.5 TC1.25X IS PRO

Do you prefer simple scenes like this… or high action?

Not all wildlife moments are dramatic…Sometimes they follow the simplest routines.A green woodpecker in Serbia, perched ...
13/06/2026

Not all wildlife moments are dramatic…
Sometimes they follow the simplest routines.

A green woodpecker in Serbia, perched after taking a drink near Palic.

Just a short pause nothing more but enough to reset before moving on again.

Moments like this are easy to overlook…
but they’re part of the story.

📸 Ray Hardy Photography
🔗 https://www.facebook.com/RayHardyPhotography
📷 Olympus OM-1 Mark II
🔭 M.Zuiko Digital ED 150-400mm F4.5 TC1.25X IS PRO

Do you prefer behaviour moments… or action shots?

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