ARPS Statement of Intent - The objective of my panel is to encourage a greater appreciation of the wildlife of the highlands and islands of Scotland. My aim was to capture a diverse range of both mammals and birds, in different environments and varied weather conditions. The images were taken in the Cairngorms national park, on Shetland or on the Small Isles off the west coast of Scotland. Images were taken in a broad range of habitats including: sea cliffs, woodland, moorland, grassland and seashore. Experienced local guides were used to carefully approach the otter, and a commercial hide was used to photograph the red squirrel and vole.