A master of cricket photography - TFW Book Club | Picture of England

This episode features a conversation with Gareth Copley-Jones, a seasoned sports photographer who has documented the England men's cricket team for 20 years. He discusses the nature of sports photography, emphasizing the importance of building relationships with athletes and crafting narratives through images. Copley-Jones highlights various memorable moments, such as Ben Stokes' miraculous innings at Headingley and the celebration of England winning the World Cup. He details the technical aspects of capturing moments in cricket, including the differences in approach compared to other sports like football and rugby. With his book 'Picture of England,' he aims to blend beautiful images with stories that evoke nostalgia for fans. Copley-Jones also reflects on the evolution of players over the years, sharing personal anecdotes and the emotional resonance of certain photographs. The episode concludes with a call to action for listeners to support the Motor Neuron Disease Association through book sales, linking the cause to the stories behind the images in his collection.