Cadet and Deck Officer | British & Commonwealth Shipping | 1976–1982

Trained at the College of Nautical Studies, Warsash, Southampton. Sailed with Clan Line on general cargo routes to East Africa, South Africa, and India; later served on Clan R refrigerated vessels and King Line bulk carriers.

After redundancy in 1983, I used my payout to buy a camera, discovered a natural aptitude, and taught myself photography to a professional standard. This led to several fulfilling years working as a photographer for the Norfolk Archaeological Unit in my hometown of Norwich.

In 1991, I joined the Norwich School of Art as a technician, managing teaching facilities, producing slides, and teaching students how to photograph their work. I've remained at the institution through its evolution into Norwich University of the Arts, and now serve as Resources Manager, overseeing student-facing resources.

I look back fondly on my early maritime career and have many lasting memories of my time at Warsash and at sea. Always happy to reconnect with anyone who remembers me.

Now living in Norwich, UK.