[9] On graduating in 1989[10] he was commissioned by HarperCollins to write and illustrate his first book, "Highland Sketchbook" which was nominated for the McVities Prize.
[12] He went on to write and present a series of four, half-hour programs for Grampian TV/STV entitled "Drawn From Wild Places".
He exhibits mainly in the UK, but also overseas and his work is held in public and private collections internationally.
[16] His wildlife work is noted for his use of outdoor sketching from life[17] and for often using the unusual technique of watercolour on linen.
[21] as well as being appointed Artist in Residence at Tentsmuir Nature Reserve and working on numerous collaborative projects with scientists and other creative practitioners.