Ian Nicholson studied photography at Nuneaton Art College in 1982 as part of his Art foundation course and quickly developed a passion for it. He was especially interested in the composition of an image, and the fact that you have to look at what's around you to find the right composition.

Ian started running his own darkroom in 1989, while he was working as a freelance computer programmer, occasionally selling images and undertaking one-off assignments. He also worked as an assistant for a photographic studio in West Wales for a few years, which included running courses. Being involved with computers also allowed him to develop his second passion, digital photographic editing, although he prefers to get as much out of the camera as possible - using filters, for instance.

Ian set up Builth Wells Photography in 2003, providing a range of services including courses, portraiture, commercial and event photography. Ian has developed his own technique and style over the years.

To see the full range of Ian's photographs, prints and cards visit Erwood Station Craft Centre