A PHOTOGRAPHER has created a calendar for 2023 that highlights aspects of Reading.
It’s the fifth year that Tina Panting has created a picture almanac for her hometown.
She says:” I first started making these when I went to a photographic exhibition in Birmingham.
“I got chatting to a group that helps photographers turn their pictures of a town, village or city into a calendar.”
Tina’s prints currently celebrate Reading, Newbury, and Moods Of Trees.
“There are around 60 copies each of the three calendars,” she says.
“The Reading version is already selling quite well.
“I’ve had requests from as far away as New Zealand, Texas and Florida.”
Tina says that while most people now have a calendar on their phone, it’s still nice to be able to see the year’s dates on the wall.
“I love taking photos of anything and everything,” she says.
“I particularly enjoyed taking the photos for the Moods Of Trees.”
Tina runs her own photography business, and takes pictures for weddings, parties, businesses and special events.
During lock down she also started making jewellery and sun catchers.
A small donation from her calendars will go to three related charities: Home Start Reading, Home Start Newbury, and Trees For Reading.
“I really enjoy taking pictures,” she adds, “and being out and about with my camera.
“I like to try to find nice views and to capture the feeling and essence of places I visit.
“And it’s good to think I’m helping local causes and tree planting.”
The calendars cost £12, which includes free delivery.
To purchase Tina’s calendars visit: www.mylocalcalendar.co.uk
For her website visit: www.tdpphotography.co.uk
