“I work on the concept that like nature, the art of photography is worth preserving, and like the environment, traditional techniques are too quickly disappearing,” Chris Hoult says. “The fact that you never know what end result is going to look like, and that developing a single frame can sometimes take a week is what makes a photograph a piece of art.” “My black and white shots are all hand printed and are toned using formulae dating back to last century and further.” “Not only does chemical developing deepen a photograph, it also protects and preserves it. A well-toned photograph will last 150 years maybe longer, while the longevity of digital remains questionable,” he says. Hoult has recently extended his craft to include the framing of his limited-edition prints with wood recycled by nature. His landscapes are hanging in collections throughout the world.   The distinctive style and technique of Chris Hoult, photographer, reflects a lifetime of travel, five distinct careers, and a deep love of nature. His style stands alone in the burgeoning west Auckland art scene - large black and white panoramas, picture perfect shots of some of New Zealand's most renowned natural landmarks. A news photographer for 12 years, Hoult was nominated for a Qantas media award. Website by JAM CREATIVE