In the beginning it was dio stories that inspired me to get snapping, as I wanted to do a dio myself. I was in total "AWE" of the Generals dios, as well as timscorner and violentfix's dios too. I have had a dio in production for ages and have made a lot of progress but I'm not quite ready to share it with the world yet. It's because of these three guys I caught the dio story bug! It also inspired me to part with a lot of cash to buy a new digital camera!

However this very website also inspired me to take more photos. Not only did all the pictures already on Joedios inspire me, but a place where people could store their efforts is fantastic. I signed up as soon as I found out about this place and had a look around. The photos on this site and the fact we can talk and get tips from eachother is enough to inspire anyone in my opinion! Again I was inspired to part with a lot of cash to buy another newer and better camera for my pictures!

I find myself also inspired by different conditions, such as the weather and fading light. I like to see just what I can achieve, and how these effects turn out.

Right now the weather here is awful, so I haven't uploaded as much recently. Outside is dense freezing fog and you can't see further than 900 yards, gotta love the Scottish weather!

Although time is also a factor in me getting out to take pictures. It's not always easy to find the time, or got home before its dark, thankfully, in the summer, this is not a problem. I just have to wait. Although some snow would be nice for my dio!

Dave