A Largs photographer is a high climber in more ways than won as he hosts a photographic open studio exhibition on Saturday June 17 and Sunday June 18.
Kenny Allan has some spectacular photos from a climbing trip to the French Pyrenees, and described the scene in his blog: “Through the shattering glacier, we stood at the foot of Pique Longue and prepared for the final cone of rock that would lead to the summit. There was little time for rest as the cold penetrated every lining of clothing, so we quickly refuelled and started the final ascent."

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It was pleasantly a straightforward scramble, despite the adverse danger of falling rock, and before long we were standing triumphantly on the summit. Once again we were greeted by the angry raging wind, which we had managed to escape from throughout the glacier crossing, but, its powerful orchestra of bellows could not deflate our spirits, as we marvelled in our achievement. We stood proud, with nature, inspired on the summit of Vignemale, the highest mountain in the French Pyrenees. And, so there lies an insight into what inspires me.”
The exhibition will take place at 5 New Street, Largs, KA30 9LL and will feature his recent collection of fine art limited edition prints. The collection is primarily studies of Scottish landscapes but also landscapes from France and Spain.
Kenny, born in Newport-on-Tay in Fife, runs the award winning graphic design company El Studio, and said: “I am a landscape photographer, based in Largs on the idyllic west coast of Scotland.
"I was given my first camera at the age of 10 years old. And, so began a life into the world of photography.
“My inspiration embraces all that surrounds us; dramatic landscapes, natural beauty, colour, light, atmosphere and tranquillity. 
“This collection of fine art prints, reflects my endless passion I share with the surrounding landscape, understanding its ever changing presence.
As a landscape photographer, I have learnt that I must be prepared to make relentless journeys, to the same location, sit silently in awakening dawns, endure unforgiving climates, climb snow capped mountains and discover hidden pastures. To be patient. 
“And, one day nature will reward me in capturing its exquisite splendour.”

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