Photography is invariably a solitary pursuit, but to grow, most of us need the feedback of our piers – I certainly do. This is why I was so pleased to have the opportunity to attend this year’s Mountain Photo Workshop based in Williamsburg, Kentucky.

Two years ago I attended a Portrait Photography short course at Central St. Martins, part of the University of the Arts London. Just walking through the doors of St. Martins is an inspiring experience. With alumni as varied as John Galliano, Alexander McQueen, Eduardo Paolozzi, and Brian Duffy it's difficult not to be inspired and, maybe, a little intimidated.