The Ember Trail

from £75.00

Autumn never lasts as long as you think it will.

One moment the woodland paths around Dale Abbey are glowing beneath deep reds, fiery oranges and golden light, and the next the branches are bare, the colours washed away by rain, frost and winter winds. Knowing how quickly it disappears, Phillip was determined to squeeze every last drop of colour from the season before it slipped away once again.

Wandering the hidden footpaths surrounding the village with camera in hand, this particular scene immediately stopped him in his tracks. The winding trail disappeared beneath a tunnel of burning copper leaves, while the woodland floor had become completely carpeted in crimson. It felt less like a footpath through Derbyshire and more like stepping into another world entirely.

Rather than searching for dramatic skies or distant mountain views, Phillip focused on the quieter beauty autumn offers closer to home — the overlooked corners, the twisting paths, the soft light filtering through woodland canopies and the fleeting moments of colour that only last for a matter of days.

Photographed in Dale Abbey at the height of the season, Crimson Canopy captures that feeling of trying to hold onto autumn for just a little longer before winter arrives and the landscape falls silent once again.

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Autumn never lasts as long as you think it will.

One moment the woodland paths around Dale Abbey are glowing beneath deep reds, fiery oranges and golden light, and the next the branches are bare, the colours washed away by rain, frost and winter winds. Knowing how quickly it disappears, Phillip was determined to squeeze every last drop of colour from the season before it slipped away once again.

Wandering the hidden footpaths surrounding the village with camera in hand, this particular scene immediately stopped him in his tracks. The winding trail disappeared beneath a tunnel of burning copper leaves, while the woodland floor had become completely carpeted in crimson. It felt less like a footpath through Derbyshire and more like stepping into another world entirely.

Rather than searching for dramatic skies or distant mountain views, Phillip focused on the quieter beauty autumn offers closer to home — the overlooked corners, the twisting paths, the soft light filtering through woodland canopies and the fleeting moments of colour that only last for a matter of days.

Photographed in Dale Abbey at the height of the season, Crimson Canopy captures that feeling of trying to hold onto autumn for just a little longer before winter arrives and the landscape falls silent once again.


Printed in Dale Abbey

Every print is personally handled by Phillip from start to finish at his home studio in Dale Abbey. Using the Canon PIXMA PRO-200S, each photograph is carefully printed, checked, and prepared by hand to ensure it meets the highest possible standard before leaving the studio.

Rather than outsourcing production, Phillip believes in remaining closely connected to every stage of the printing process. From selecting the final image and adjusting tones for print, to reviewing detail, texture and overall presentation, every piece is produced with the same level of care and attention that went into capturing the original photograph in the field.

Each print is created in small numbers, allowing time for precision, consistency and quality rather than mass production.

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Quality Control

Quality control is an essential part of the process. From colour and contrast to paper finish and detail retention, every print is overseen personally by Phillip to ensure the final piece reflects the atmosphere and emotion of the original scene as faithfully as possible.

Landscape photography can often contain subtle transitions in light, deep shadow detail, and delicate colour tones that deserve careful handling when brought into print. Every image is individually reviewed to ensure those quieter details remain present and true to the original vision.

Prints are checked under natural lighting conditions to ensure consistency, depth and accuracy — creating a final piece that feels refined, natural and true to the landscape itself.

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Premium Materials

To achieve this, only premium materials are used, including Canon Photo Paper Pro Premium Matte — chosen for its exceptional detail, rich tones, and beautifully subtle texture that perfectly complements Phillip’s landscape photography.

Phillip has always been drawn to the softer, more natural finish that matte paper provides. It removes unnecessary glare and allows the atmosphere, mood and detail within each image to take centre stage. From mist-filled woodlands and soft sunrise light to dramatic weather rolling across the landscape, the paper helps retain a subtle and timeless feel.

The combination of professional inks, carefully calibrated printing and premium matte paper ensures every print is produced with longevity, clarity and richness in mind.

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A Personal Thank You

Please know that purchasing one of Phillip’s prints is considered the highest compliment he can receive. Every order genuinely means a great deal and supports the continued exploration, quiet mornings, long walks, and moments behind the camera that make these photographs possible.

Photography has always been far more than simply taking pictures. It is a form of escapism, reflection and connection to the outdoors — whether standing alone in woodland before sunrise, exploring hidden corners close to home in Dale Abbey, or enduring difficult conditions in search of fleeting light.

Knowing that one of these moments will live on in somebody’s home is something Phillip never takes for granted. Every print purchased directly supports future adventures, early mornings, long evenings outdoors and the continued pursuit of meaningful landscape photography.

Please allow up to 15 working days between order and shipping. Delivery times may vary depending on the destination.

The price displayed is for the print only. Any frame or mount shown is for display purposes only.