"It was in 1997 that I uprooted from the UK to live in the Norwegian capital, Oslo, at the same time exchanging life as an English gardener for that of photographer, writer, and occasional guide. Nowadays I find myself telling family and friends that my new found career is just a credible excuse for sneaking off to do what I enjoy most - observe nature and wildlife.
In reality I do have interests beyond that of amateur naturalist, and so it is with both photography and writing I'm often found tackling subject matter far removed from the natural world - It is though my love of nature and the outdoors that takes up the greater part of my time.
Many of my images and the articles/features they frequently accompany have found a place in a variety of publications in both the UK and abroad. The images offered for viewing on this site are just the briefest example of my work. As time passes I hope to provide a regular input of material to my personal site. Throughout much of the year I'm available to guide and assist visiting wildlife/photo enthusiasts in Oslo's forested surroundings (services) - a location that affords a wealth of subject matter and provides inspiration for much of my own work. Other Scandinavian and miscellaneous locations, including Japan provide me with contrasting material and inspiration."
Michael Bingley