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Tutors Gallery Mr. Peter Wilcock
An occasional series of biographies and
images by tutors and staff
Biography
Peter Wilcock studied at Blackpool College of Art and the Regent Street Polytechnic in London. A lifelong association with newspapers followed, including 25 years at the top of his profession, working firstly for the Daily Mail and latterly the Daily Express Group in Manchester, followed by a period of freelancing for the Press Association.
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1980 saw Peter win the coveted North West News Photographer of the Year award.
A keen sportsman Peter has covered Premier League Football for all his career at Manchester United, Liverpool, Everton including several FA Cup and Rugby League Finals. Test Cricket, Formula 1 Motor Racing and his particular favourite the Isle of Man TT, which he has covered unbroken for 15 years, taking the event to his heart and becoming a member of the TT Supporters Club and contributing articles to their magazine.
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A deep passion for wildlife and remote places is reflected in Peter?s unique animal studies and dramatic landscapes, whilst his extensive library encompasses all the diverse assignments of a top Photographer from Showbiz (Coronation Street and Brookside) , to Politicians, light features and hard news.
He is a qualified Teacher and has lectured on Photography at the Central Lancashire University and at Colleges in the North West.
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