Garden shed gives photographer new lease of life

15:12:20 8th December 2009

A photographer who feared he would never be able to take pictures again because of his deteriorating eyesight has been able to embark on a new photography project thanks to his garden shed.

Norman Taylor, a keen wildlife photographer from Scotland became depressed when his loss of sight meant he could no longer explore the outdoors taking pictures of animals, the Scotsman reports.

But when a friend suggested that he try taking pictures in the small interior of his garden shed, Mr Taylor was able to return to the hobby he loves.

In the shed, he is able to use the screen of his digital camera to compose a photograph. Although his visual impairment prevents him from seeing detailed images, he is able to sense light and atmosphere which he is able to capture.

Using the screen on the back of the camera to guide him in terms of outline and composition, he takes the shot.

He told the news provider: "When I then get the image printed, I can look at it closely with a magnifying glass to see the exact details."

Last month, world-renowned artist Damien Hurst revealed that he got inspiration from working in his garden shed.

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