Alison Cawley Photography

I think it's fair to say infra-red photography is loved and loathed in equal measure.

I became hooked early on in my photographic journey at a time when very little was known about digital infra-red; it wasn't easy as most people were, sensibly, channelling their energies into mastering digital cameras and Photoshop.

But I persevered. The tones are all my own creation taking inspiration from traditional dark room skills. The panel of prints - which was my successful submission for my Associateship of the Royal Photographic Society - is around the theme of the decline of the English Country House and was presented as "miniatures" reflecting a much loved art form. It is shown here as it was displayed for the assessment.

It has a timeless quality and several of the images also enjoyed success in international competitions.