Photography alumnus exhibits work at international conservation exhibition in Abu Dhabi

After being inspired by the "spaciousness and quietness" of the Cornish countryside during his time as a Falmouth student, Photography BA(Hons) alumnus Miles Critchley-Hope has now taken his love for the natural world to the United Arab Emirates, where he has created a series of photos that celebrate the richness of wildlife in the country.

The photo series is set to be displayed at the International Union for the Conservation of Nature Congress (IUCN) Exhibition in Abu Dhabi later this week, a once-in-every-four-years gathering that brings together nature conservation experts, leaders and decision-makers from around the world.

The opportunity came about since Miles relocated to the UAE to work as an environmental engineer and ecologist, where he made his passion for climate change his career while continuing to create art that reflects both his concerns and interest in the environment. We caught up with Miles to find out more about trading Cornwall for the UAE, the inspiration behind his photography and how his time at Falmouth led him towards the work he makes today.