Following a history of over 5000 years, China's importance continues to grow as it emerges as an economic superpower of the 21st century.

Change is the new constancy in China. And the speed of change in China is breath-taking.  New construction projects continue 24 hours a day, every day, and the continual movement of people and industries can only be wondered at by the occasional visitor.

China is a vast land that inspires and fascinates with its historic sights, diverse landscapes and rich culture. Yet beyond these great wonders, the most enduring memory is often the charm of its people.

China is a country that leaves a lasting impression . . .

This book is a record of a special celebration - the 10th Anniversary of the High Kelling Short Mat Bowls Club in North Norfolk.

The day had been months in preparation and I was asked to record the events of the day. The resulting pics revealed both the character and warmth of the participants which then quickly grew into this book charting the history of the club together with some of the significant memories created along the way and became a fitting memento of a memorable day..

A preview can be seen in the Blurb Bookstore: https://www.blurb.co.uk/b/3385753-a-real-celebration

Why 'Playgroup' you ask? That's simple - my family always refer to my photographic absences with the refrain, "He's gone to 'Playgroup'!".  I know . . .

It can be previewed here: https://www.blurb.co.uk/b/10334723-playgroup-a-journey-through-digital-photography

This book contains my contributions to some of the DPG topics that I have most enjoyed.

I hope you'll like them too and they give an insight as to how we can all be encouraged to create pictures that may inspire, surprise or even enthral you.

If they do, I will be well pleased and thank you.