Testimonials for "One To One Wildlife Photography"
4.30am start to photograph Water Voles with Craig Jones, we had Rain, hail, sun, swans, ducklings, Moor Hens, tadpoles, a random woman who recognised Craig from last year and a Water Vole sighting, great day and enjoyed every minute of it. I would highly recommend one of Craig's workshops to anyone and just goes to show how nature really is, sometimes you have the luck and sometimes you don't, no set ups the real McCoy.
It was a real pleasure to meet and spend time with you during our recent Burns Break stay at the Grant Arms Hotel, Grantown on Spey. We greatly enjoyed both the evening of wonderful photography presentations and the Strathdearn mountain hare walk that you organised.Thank you very much for all the help and advice you gave me on taking photographs with my newly purchased Sony camera. It was most kind of you to go to so much time and trouble and was a great assistance to me.
Craig Jones is one of the best wildlife guides we have ever had (and we are well-travelled, wildlife enthusiasts). His very genuine enthusiasm and commitment to sustainable and empathetic wildlife study and education, is both instructive and inspiring! Just look at his photography, it is imaginative and sensitive, requiring patience, dedication and a respectful knowledge of the wildlife he captures. He doesn’t just take an excellent picture of an animal or bird, he takes a picture of it’s soul and exposes his in the taking. Thank you Craig, continue being the inspiring leader that you are.
Me and my husband booked onto the Wolves, Wolverines and Bears trip to Finland arranged by Craig. To summarise for those of you who don’t want to read me bang on about a fantastic holiday. It was great and if you have an interest in wildlife and/or photography, I would highly recommend it.
A bit about Craig
We went with Craig as I had previously been out with him on a Voles and Dippers day of fun in the Peak District and had initially chosen Craig because of his commitment to animal welfare and conservation.
After enjoying this (and seeing his passion for the animals), and seeing the opportunity to photograph Bears in the wild, we decided he was the right man to take us on the most expensive (but ultimately great value) holiday we have ever been on.
I was not the only returnee as two others from our group of six had previously been on expeditions / trips / holidays with Craig. The fact that half of the group were Craig’s previous “clients” is a pretty good indicator of the quality of the photo tours and workshops which Craig leads. We were very lucky to have a great group which resulted in a lot of laughs and a comfortable atmosphere all the way through the trip.
Admin
Let’s get the boring, but important admin out of the way. The trip was really well organised: Craig was in regular contact prior to the trip, recommended a helpful travel agent to book the flights and hotel in Helsinki and was there to meet us at Manchester Airport. The transfer vehicle to basecamp was waiting for us as we arrived at Kajaani Airport and dropped us off again in good time. The accommodation was clean, fairly basic (although you do not spend much time there) and in a beautiful location. Admin done.
Bear Basecamp
Basecamp itself was run by lovely people. I contacted them prior to the trip to arrange to hire a lens, converter and ball head for use in the hides and this was sorted in minutes. Testimony to their trust / general niceness was the fact that I was handed a lens that (after a bit of googling) appeared to cost around £10,000, with no paperwork . waiver etc… and was left to pay at the end. All meals were included, including sandwiches for the hides, and they were very accommodating to my diet (vegan), even whipping up a vegan birthday cake for the group to eat, despite them being well over an hour away from any shops. If you are tempted by purchasing alcohol on the stop off at the supermarket en route to basecamp, don’t bother. There is no time to drink and I do not say this lightly.
Wildlife Hides
Let’s be honest, spending 14 hours in a hide overnight is a bit uncomfortable and the toilet situation not perfect. But the amazing photographs I took and overall experience of being so close to such magnificent creatures more than made up for it. We were lucky enough to see the wildlife we had come to see every night, bears every night, wolves on the two nights in paradise hides (on the second night we were privileged to see the two wolves trying, and succeeding, in taking food from the bears, it was amazing to watch this play out) and wolverines. On the two nights in the wolverine hides, we also had a bear come through, which given the proximity of the hides to the animals was quite a nervous experience, but resulted in some great shots.
The hides are small and only hold 2-3 people, so couples are not split up and you are not scrambling for a view or stuck in a hide with random people. Craig gives all the advice for each location prior to going in the hides, will help set up if required and reviews any shots the next day if asked, providing feedback and advice on how to improve for the next night. As novice photographers, this proved invaluable for us, focussing our minds on camera settings and composition, rather than just using spray and pray which resulted in much improved images after the first night.
Final Thoughts
As an extra bonus, Craig, who offers macro workshops on his website, offered to provide us with a lesson whilst we were in Finland. He told us what we needed to bring and brought additional lenses for us to use if we didn’t have our own. He wouldn’t take any additional payment for this even though this has taken two potential clients for his workshops.
Overall, we have come away with some amazing memories and the best pictures I have ever taken, a number of which are already adorning our walls. I would definitely go on another of Craig’s trips maybe eyeing up a Scotland trip next year!
Thanks again for an amazing trip.
Nicola and Pat Hyde
I attended a week with Craig in Finland on the Bears and Wolves workshop. I couldn’t of ask for a better trip. The wildlife was showing, and we had some amazing moments with the bears and wolves competing over food.
This is my first encounter of these large animals in the wild, i was totally blown away, and to top the experience off we had the wolves howling at 2am one night.
Craig is laid back, and always on-hand to give some pointers when needed, his has a wealth of knowledge, and his passion for wildlife and conservation is infectious. This is my third outing with Craig, and I have also sign up for the trip to India next year, need I say more.
I’ve known Craig for several years and his sincerity and knowledge of the natural world has always astounded me.
I eventually bit the bullet and spent the money and booked onto one of Craig’s trips to Kuikka in Finland watching bears and wolves. I wasn’t disappointed, his advice and tips for photography were superb. He changed a few settings on my D600 and D750 and I’ve never changed them.
I would recommend Craig to anyone who wishes to see wildlife and photograph it. I have shots from that trip that I never dreamt I’d get.
I have been on a couple of workshops with Craig and it was fantastic. I had seen Craigs work on facebook when I was first starting out on my photography journey and as I birthday present my wife brought me a spring tide and barn owl workshop.
I will never forget it. The knowledge and the passion that Craig has is unbelievable its infectious and makes you want to learn more in all aspects of nature and photography.
I have also done the dipper workshop with Craig again fantastic highly recommend it. I am still in touch with Craig now if I have any questions about wildlife or animal behaviour.
Would highly recommend any workshop with Craig you won’t be disappointed.
My first trip with Craig was to the Falkland Isles – I’d been used to using film cameras years before, just as a hobby photographer, so I had a basic understanding of exposures etc., but I’d recently got back into photography with a DSLR and as I also had an interest in wildlife I saw it as a great trip to learn more and see some really exotic animals in their natural environment.
But Craig made it more than just a trip – his passion for the wildlife and for his images, along with his advice and suggestions for getting and improving ours, made it a truly memorable time.
On one spare evening, he even managed to fit in an educational (and emotional) presentation about orangutan conservation in Sumatra, a particular passion of his.
Since then, I’ve joined Craig on another four of his small group photo tours, to Finland and India as well as twice in Scotland, to the Cairngorms and Mull, and I can say that in each case Craig has used his skills and his knowledge, along with local contacts, to provide the best possible chances to find and photograph wildlife under any given conditions, in its natural environment, without causing disturbance or stress.
He also works hard to pass on his photographic expertise and understanding of nature, giving guidance and tips where needed to help his clients achieve the best results for themselves, whatever their level of experience and equipment.
Not only that, but in addition to being an excellent photographer in his own right, he uses his camera and the images he makes to aid conservation causes and try to help protect the natural world both in the UK and abroad. I don’t think you will find anyone better.
Hi Craig Just a note to say thanks for another amazing wild experience. Despite the lack of sleep, hot hides, ferocious Mosquitos and equally ferocious snoring it was all worth it to see one of those elusive Wolverines.
Couldn't believe our luck after it hadn't been seen for a few days. What a beautiful place Finland is and what a place Lassi and his family have. They all made us feel like part of their family for a few short days and we could have happily stayed there for a good while longer.
Even though I'm not a photographer myself I know Stu has some of the best shots he's ever taken. The more wildlife photographers I meet the more I'm convinced that you're all crazy boys and girls But in a good way. Thanks again and well see you soon.
I first joined Craig at the start of his career. I had little knowledge of photography skills and fieldcraft and definitely a lot of self doubt in my gear.
It all changed with that workshop as Craig spent the day showing me my skills and my equipment were up to the task.
Learning fieldcraft from an ex army sniper is worth its weight in gold and gave he gave me practical demonstrations through the day.
Since, my wife and I have been to Finland and the Falkland Islands with Craig. The Falklands being the best holiday we’ve ever been on. Not just the wildlife, but the trip was so much fun. The group was like life long friends having a laugh, rather than the strangers we were.
My wife doesn’t photograph, but Craig was always on hand to give her advice on composition or techniques even with her point and shoot.
With Craig, it’s not about awards or being famous. He’s the real deal, trained by the British Army and always, always puts the subject first. He shows you how to use the light and land to produce images to be proud of.
Stuart Hill
Craig, thank you very much for a wonderful evening. Your love and respect for nature showed through your very interesting talk.
You gave our members a great deal of very useful information on camera settings, composition and lots of useful field craft tips. We all enjoyed your images.
Thank you very much again.
Best Wishes
Penny Anderson
Thanks Craig I had a fantastic day and am still going through the photos. Could take a while as I managed to somehow take nearly 400. Once again than you for making the day really enjoyable and I look forward to putting these techniques into practice.
Amanda Pilgrim
I spent some days on a one to one with Craig in the Peak District. It was an exciting, professional and memorable experience as Craig is always very well prepared, an excellent teacher, and a real expert of wildlife photography.
I learnt a lot about settings on my camera I didn’t even know about, together with fieldcraft and how to approach wildlife without disturbing it. In addition I really enjoyed spending the time with him as he shares all his passionate knowledge about the animals of the area. Besides that Craig gave me a lot of advice concerning my personal photographic style. I definitely can recommend the one to one with Craig to any ambitious photographer as it improved my skills and understanding of composition enormously.
Being out in nature with him was an experience that I will never forget. My pictures of Dipper, Golden Plover with golden light, the wonderful nature in the Peak District will for sure get printed and be put on my wall. As we also laughed a lot when we had our Yorkshire teas together I really felt like being out with a good friend.Thanks again for all your efforts Craig
I asked Charlotte to write a review for you - please see her message below, all her own words which I wholly agree with. It really was a treat to be let in to your world of dippers, thank you.
Richard Meek
"From the start to the end the course was Amazing. Craig’s enthusiasm for the wildlife enhances the experience as it allows you to see how wonderful the animals really are through Craig’s extensive knowledge of the beautiful creatures. Not only does he share tips for photography to help you improve at the start of the day, he frequently continues to point out things you can improve on during the course allowing you to take amazing photos that you fall in love with."
Charlotte Meek
I spent a great deal of time looking for a 1-2-1 wildlife photography workshop and finally settled on Craig’s. My primary requirement was a ‘Dawn to Dusk’ shoot, so I would have to deal with the changes of light throughout the day. Craig was about the only one I found who offered this. My second priority was to spend a day with someone who actually specialises in this area, which Craig most certainly does. It is evident from the start that not only is he passionate about wildlife and nature, but also that he is very experienced and knowledgeable. I was naturally a little hesitant about strolling off into the wilderness with a total stranger, but the initial phone call with Craig and subsequent calls and emails put me at total ease.
Although we had to postpone a number of times due to adverse weather and flooding, we finally had our 1-2-1 this week and it was well worth the wait. No I didn’t see the elusive water voles, but I was not even remotely disappointed, I learnt a great deal and had enormous fun. I would have been happy to get home with one or 2 shots that I was proud of, and I managed nearly a dozen.
Craig is easy to get on with, very patient if you are struggling with a concept and explains everything in a way that is easy to understand. It really was a wonderful day and one I would highly recommend to anyone looking to improve their skills in wildlife photography.
I have recently undertaken a 1-2-1 photo workshop with Craig.
There are any number of companies which are offering 1-2-1 wildlife photography tuition and to start with it’s a bit overwhelming at how many there are. I wanted a tutor who loved the animals as well the photography so after coming across several articles about Craig’s work in saving orangutans in Sumatra and I was sold!
I only have entry level kit and do not have the zoom lens which Craig recommended on his website so I wanted to double check what I had would be sufficient before I booked. In addition, as I was booking a 1-2-1 workshop as a woman it occurred to me that going off into the woods on my own with a man I had found on the internet might be a bit dodgy So I text Craig and he called back straight away and put my mind at rest about everything. Craig was even in touch the day before the workshop to make sure everything was still okay as there had been snow that day and more forecast overnight.
On the day Craig picked me up from my accommodation in Buxton and we set off into the Peaks. I was hoping to take photos of water voles and dippers and we went looking for the voles first. Unfortunately as the water level was so high we didn’t see any voles as they had either moved or were staying indoors, (I did however learn a lot about the voles and how they feed and their burrows etc) so instead we found some geese on the river bank and the lesson began with them.
I have undertaken a photography course before at the local college and I left this with a vague idea of what I should be doing, however in terms of wildlife photography I have never dared take the camera off of auto as by the time I have tried to change all the settings between each shot to take account of changing light etc the animals have always moved on. Craig gave me some basic settings and showed what could be changed really quickly to enhance and improve shots, meaning that I could concentrate on composition and capturing the shots rather than worrying about all of the technical stuff they try and teach in the books. I can honestly say I gained more practical knowledge in the first ten minutes of this day than I did in the whole 10 week course at college.
Throughout the day, Craig constantly checked I was okay and what I wanted to do was always paramount - go back to the van for a brew, stay on the river etc. The day was bitterly cold and Craig lent me a massive coat to go over the layers I was already in to keep me warm, provided a chair for sitting alongside the river, and had spare waterproof cover for the camera and a spare tripod. He even lent me a huge zoom lens to go and take some shots with and when my camera battery died towards the end of the day, swapped the memory cards and handed over his expensive camera so I could continue to take shots.
In the afternoon the dippers which we had seen and heard up and down the river that morning were absent, so the lesson continued using robins, blackbirds, a wren and a heron as subject matter. We also undertook a bit of landscape work with Craig giving me the techniques to capture moving water.
The day went really quickly despite the cold and even though the voles and dippers were not about owing to the water levels, there was no shortage of subject matter. I cannot stress how much I have learnt, particularly as Craig reviewed many of my shots and answered all of my (usually stupid) questions.
My camera has not been back on auto as yet and my pictures are already noticeably better than they were before. Craig sent through a page of notes covering what he taught on the day and also provided feedback on some shots I had taken since the course, providing advice on what I could do to address specific problems.
Craig is really easy to get along with, teaches well without any sort of technical jargon meaning what he teaches sticks in your head and can teach with even the most basic kit (I have a Nikon D3100 and have managed to get some great shots with this). I can not recommend this workshop enough and hope to do another one in the future.
Ive a lifetime love affair with wildlife and nature, and more recently photography, so I have decided to join them together. After a little research I came across Craigs website it immediately resonated with me his passion and respect for nature and his craft is paramount, none of this fakery and set up to get the iconic shots Its about being true to nature and sharing that space. I took the plunge and booked a 1to1 session. From the first email Craig was responsive and exceptionally helpful and always on hand to answer any question, i had a lot and give guidance where needed. On the day Craig explained everything in small digestible easy to understand chunks this was from camera set-up to field craft. His framework, was clear and blew my mind how simple it was. I wish i had booked a session up sooner as it would of saved me a lifetime of research and reading. He has an intimate knowledge of nature and the environment that we all play in. If you love photography & nature like I do, I would recommend spending time with Craig, it will blow your mind. Im booking up more trips with Craig in 2016, he is a truly inspirational guy, who happen to take a cracking photo or two.
What a fabulous talk we had on Tuesday by Craig Jones - Absolutely stunning images, and such an open and honest talk Craig was not at all backward in coming forward with his information and insights and talked to us about his ethical way of shooting and behaving when at work in the natural environment Thanks very much Craig we really appreciated and enjoyed your talk!
Nottingham and Notts Photographic Society
I had arranged a days one2one with Craig Jones a brilliant photographer who I must admit is a bit of a hero of mine someone that I really admire. Craig proved to be exactly what I had thought a truly amazing wildlife photographer with excellent knowledge of wildlife locations photography and how to stalk wildlife without resulting in disturbance. Craig showed me many really good locations showing me how to get into position using stalking techniques to move through the landscape reducing disturbance to a minimum. Craig was very free with his knowledge sharing lots of his tricks hints and tips to capture great images. Although I say tricks Craig is what I would call a wildlife enthusiast first and foremost and photographer second and hence relies largely on spending time out in nature using a endless knowledge of the species in question to understand how to get superb images. All in all a fabulous weekend and I have to say I am now a huge fan of Norfolk somewhere I had not really been too before. Thank you Craig for a fabulous trip.
Hi Craig I would just like to thank you for my two days one to one with you, it was fantastic on both days and I did really enjoy all of it. I love the way you had so much respect for the wildlife and how you put all this into your photography skills in which you was so kind to pass on to me. It has give me a better insight into the way I need to work , approach and take the final shot simply just by watching and listening to what was around me, like when you told me about the geese were going to take off before they even beat their wings, brilliant. Once again a big thanks and I would highly recommend anyone for your one to one it was a great pleasure. Regards Steven
Hi Craig, Just a note to say thank you for such an instructive and enjoyable day on Tuesday. I am sure that by the end of the day we were both a lot more confident with our cameras, and I hope the evidence attached will show that I think we both will be using our cameras with more insight and understanding as to the ways to improve our efforts. Best wishes in all your activities and I am sure we will see you again, many thanks Julian.
Just wanted to say a big thank you Craig as well. Ever since your add on Facebook you have changed me completely as a wildlife photographer helping in a big way and you have helped me so much especially when you first added me as I was not long into photography and Im sure you know from experience its confusing to know where to start what to do and how to get the best from your camera and you always answered my questions give me the best advice you could and taught me everything when I met you for our one to one, just letting you know how much I appreciated that especially as a beginner. Your work is the best I have seen and your passion and commitment touches many and it defiantly touched me. I wish you the best in your continued work and efforts to show the world how amazing our wildlife is.
After recently purchasing a new camera and years of average bird snaps from my old camera I took the recommendation from a friend and booked a day out with Craig in Norfolk. I can honestly say that in the first hour with Craig, albeit at 5.30 am, in a damp field, I learned more about how to take really excellent photos than I have in the last 10 years of reading books and magazines. Craig covered all the basics of the camera then moved on to composition, exposure and auto-focusing and gave me real confidence in both myself and the equipment. We spent the rest of the day consolidating the advice in a variety of lovely locations and I am truly grateful to Craig for his open and informative tuition. Nothing is kept back and Craig shows you exactly how he takes truly superb photos. I cannot recommend Craig highly enough if you want to learn how to take better photographs.
Just wanted to drop a line to thank Craig for his spectacular effort in arranging such great wildlife, weather and great company on three recent one-to-ones I have done with him. Barn Owls ,Marsh Harriers and Waders in Norfolk in March and last weekend in Derbyshire 2 consecutive days with Dippers, Watervoles, Wagtails etc. I appreciate (as I told Craig) that I knew I was incredibly lucky with perfect weather and light each time but that actually whether the animals/birds turn up is largely out of our control but even had the conditions been much tougher, Craigs enthusiasm and ability to get across in a helpful way his thoughts on technique, composition and understanding of the subjects we were photographing was what really made it a memorable 3 days. Like I, his first love is the wildlife and the photography is a fantastic way to record what one sees but his intuitive understanding of the animals is what Im sure make his photos so stunning. Craig was great company and put up with my bad jokes and annoying tripod (now changed!) over the 3 separate days and Ive come away with some images that Im very pleased with. All those small details that make so much difference, like the accommodation he recommended and the lunches provided were perfect for the occasion. I can wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking to improve their photography with someone who has a passion for his craft and the environment as well as the subjects in his viewfinder. Thanks again Craig and hope to see you in Kenya, Mull, and Yorkshire etc...The list goes on!!
Ive followed Craig on Facebook for a while now and always liked his photography and his honesty. I live in Scotland and when I saw that Craig was running one to ones at the WWT site Caerlaverock near Dumfries I booked. I had a fantastic day, Craig shared photo tips, fieldcraft and the best places to go at different times for the light and the sights. Craig is a great teacher with great integrity and a passion for his work. Craigs personality and helpfulness really played a big part in my enjoyment of the day. I picked up some great tips and thoroughly recommend Craig as a photo teacher. Im looking forward to next time
My wife & I love wildlife & photography, but were disappointed with our results, decided the next stage forward was to find someone who knew what they were talking about before buying more equipment. Meeting Craigs at BirdFair at Rutland Water gave us an insight into what a true professional he is. We quickly booked a one to two in Norfolk and met at 5.45 am on Snettisham beach to experience what we can only describe as an amazing spectacle. With Craigs assistance and patience we quickly discovered where we were going wrong and with loads of encouragement improved immensely as the day progressed. We returned to our hotel exhausted and with enthusiasm verging on madness decided to return the next day to practice what we had learnt. We took nearly 900 photos between us over the two days and can already see the difference. We had a superb weekend and would definitely recommend one of Craigs workshops if you want to meet someone who is passionate about wildlife photography and can explain focal points, ISO and white light without confusing you.
Hi Craig, Just wanted to say a big thank you for a great day on Saturday. Not only did you help me out with tech specs but you managed to give me back my confidence in my gear and myself. Got some great shots too, felt more like a day out with an old mate than a workshop Keep up with the blog when you can. As its a good incite into your professional life and travels and something for the rest of us to aspire too. Will arrange for another trip later in the year with you. Thanks again
Hi I just wanted to say, that I thoroughly enjoyed the talk from Craig Jones. He was so good at explaining things and he showed us a few slide shows too. I only have a small camera and I thought I would have been out of my depth, but he said no, anyone can take pictures, and he made me feel more welcome. I do love taking pictures, especially as my Dad bought my WWT membership for myself and my son to come and enjoy the wildlife here for the last 2 years. Thanks for letting me know about this workshop. I’m really glad I came. Many thanks, from Alison Tichy.
WWT Martin Mere Wildlife Photographic Talks
I contacted Craig about camera bodies after seeing his web site mentioned on Face Book. I had been using a Nikon D80 for the past two years and wanted to upgrade to something more professional. Craig’s advice and guidance was invaluable, which not only ensured that I selected the most appropriate camera for my needs, but also saved me money in the long run. I subsequently booked and attended one of Craigs one-to-one workshops in Norfolk. Craig’s no nonsense style and practical approach made sure that I was able to get the most out of my new Nikon D300S and feel more confident in operating in different light conditions. It was a busy yet memorable day, from patiently waiting on Snettisham beach for the birds to come in, to touring parts of Norfolk’s northern coastline, experiencing some close encounters with birds of prey along the way, topping off the end of the day by witnessing the spectacle of 2 Barn Owls hunting. Everything was very well organized, including the delicious lunch. I would have no hesitation in recommending Craigs workshops to any aspiring wildlife photographer.
I spent a wonderful time with Craig on a One to One Day in Norfolk. Craig was really inspirational and made me think much more, particularly about my photographic composition. His love of wildlife and the countryside around us was infectious. In the past, like so many others, I had concentrated on what I would call "bird portraits". They can be beautiful and I will continue with them to some extent but Craig made me realise that there is so much more. Photographs where birds and their behaviour are an important part of the overall image but are captured in their natural environment. The day was so important in making me reassess the fundamentals of the photographic image and I feel he has helped to equip me to becoming a better photographer as a result of it
Looking at my own images compared to other professional and amateur wildlife photographers I thought I needed a push to get to the next stage in order to improve in all areas of photography, field craft, and composition and general wildlife photography skills. I decided the best way would be to go to a total stranger who would hopefully recognise my faults and shortfalls and then not be afraid to show me where I was going wrong. I was fortunate to find Craig’s web site which was easy to follow, looked clean, tidy and well organised and very professional as well as indicating that the type of One to One day he was offering matched all my requirements. I was not disappointed, I found Craig to match his web site, easy to get on with, very informative, very professional and passionate about all aspects of wild life in its own environment, willing to offer advice and teach field craft skills in such a manner that made it all fit together to make the day good value for money. Professionalism was evident right the way through the long day even down to the standard of the packed lunch, a great day Craig and one which completely fit my requirements. Now all I have to do is try to put all that information and the practices into action. Now then, what did Craig say about composition.
Regards, Mike Breedon.
Signed up for One To One trip with Wildlife Photographer Craig Jones and I chose Norfolk as it was somewhere I had been before but hadn’t got much ideal on where to go, but after seeing Craig's images on Flickr I was very impressed and emailed him and we met at the North Norfolk Coast at silly o'clock. We never stopped all day, and saw so many different places and managed to get some excellent images from the day, I would recommend Craig's trips to anyone as I felt so relaxed around him, learned so much and had a wonderful day, Thanks Craig