My name is Dave Wild. I had a few film cameras and digital cameras in the earlier parts of my life but it wasn't until 2003 that I really started taking a lot of photos. I discovered Flickr not long after it launched but initially didn't get it. When I eventually signed up in early 2005 it soon became apparent that the real value of Flickr was the social element. Since then I've met a lot of Flickr users in real life, become good friends with some of them and I've done all sorts of silly things that I wouldn't have done without the involvement of Flickr!

In recent years I've accidentally fallen into a specialization of photographing domestic animals - hopefully with a bit of personality or character. I try to present a kind and calm demeanour to the animals when I photograph them and try to keep them happy. The animals that enjoy the attention and are at ease around me are the ones that tend to look happy in the resulting photos.

These days I use a Fujifilm X-E1 and a Ricoh GR Digital IV.

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Photos credits for the images above (all links go to the original images):

1st row (L-R): tommytoolhire, austenhaines, jonbradbury, Verrico
2nd Row (L-R): jonbradbury, jonbradbury, Tricky, jonbradbury
3rd Row (L-R): Me!, Me!, Me!

Photos of publicenergy (367)

  • Awaiting rescue by DeelyBopperH
  • Consummate professional by publicenergy
  • Driving me nuts by publicenergy
  • Dark Steel Ball Reflection by publicenergy
  • That's me that is [2013, 7/365] by publicenergy
  • GRD IV ISO 3200 Test by publicenergy
  • I like the first one on the second row the best by publicenergy
  • Me 17-07-2011 by publicenergy
  • Dave Wild - Number 33 of 52 Portraits by Old Bluebeard
  • Getting my head around a new camera by publicenergy
  • DSCF2019 by JohnSeb
  • Off Colour [38/52] by publicenergy
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publicenergy's favorite photos from other Flickr members (4,216)

  • Staffie befriends gosling by Tom Maddick
  • Das Schaf isst Blumen 花ムシャムシャ✨ by miumomo
  • Lamb feeding @ Swillington Organic Farm by tricky (rick harrison)
  • Shade by Lainey1
  • Mug by Lainey1
  • woolies in wyoming: hasselblad study #8 by manyfires
  • by G r e n
  • Richmond Park Deer by Rob.Young
  • Speghetti Tim by M.Holland
  • The Cobra by Steffe
  • GIZMO - UPRISING by jonbradbury
  • 1 Eating Off of Hamburgers Back. by woodmosaics
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Testimonials (11)

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    Aldamo says:

    "Inspirational and aspirational piccies. His obsession with farmyard animals may worry some, whilst making others go "ahh", but just reflects his humour and interest in the Archers."

    1st September, 2008

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    Paul M. Robinson says:

    "Dave Wild, popularly known as 'publicenergy' has been a favourite of mine since discovering Flickr back in October 2006. After receiving his book today from Blurb I felt compelled to write something about this man and his photographic talent. Flickr serves as an excellent showcase of Dave's work and his prolific output never ceases to amaze, inspire and amuse. He has a unique vision and in my mind he's one of the unsung heroes of Flickr."

    16th April, 2008

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    Hitesh - delete me this is an old account says:

    "I briefly met publicenergy at the Big UK flickr meet, exchanged MOO cards and didn't think much of it then.. once home and having seen his infamous buddy icon, I kept seeing him absolutely everywhere! In the comments of random photos, all sorts of group forums and heck, even on the web..! Not to mention the front page of EXPLORE a couple of times.

    All in all, If someone asked me to show them a "good" photographer in flickr, publicenergy would probably be in the top 3."

    3rd September, 2007

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    babka_babka says:

    "Dave has to be for sure one of flickrs best photographers ,
    he has a real skill for making everyday shots interesting with his breathtaking infrared and creative lomo photography."

    30th August, 2007

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    Jen (Chick Dastardly) says:

    "Awesome pics. Mighty lomographs. Top flickrite. Love it when his photos pop up in my contacts pics - keep 'em coming kidda!

    ...plus he's got healthy respeck for da dawg - very good sign....."

    15th May, 2007

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    tricky (rick harrison) says:

    "Dave's photos are always a treat, and always with an interesting creative slant that keeps bringing me back. He's also a master of Infra-Red, and I'm deeply in his debt for inspiring me to give it a go too :-)
    Now, if only he'd smile more ;-)"

    29th January, 2007

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    Psycho Crow says:

    "From amazing IR imagery through muddy faced self portraits to zany antics with novelty crockery, this guy knows how to produce pleasing images whilst still challenging the established boundaries of photography. Not only a great photographer, but a jolly nice chap to boot, and someone I am happy to have shared a beer or two with."

    28th January, 2007

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    kucharo says:

    "One of my top favorites on Flickr. His vision of England is a photographic realization of every dream I've had about the place."

    23rd April, 2006

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    6element says:

    "publicenergy produces amazing images on a consistent level.
    Definitely one of Flickr's most underrated photographers."

    28th December, 2005

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    PMBDigitalFoto says:

    "Whether out for a ball breaking bike ride, or casting his eye around his home Dave seems to find an angle. With the shot in the can we get to enjoy his discovery here on flickr.
    With his IR shots he often reaches for the sky and delivers, time and time again, superb BW's of a standard that inspires me and that I aspire too.

    For someone who professes a dislike of self portraiture he need not be shy as his rugged good looks are rugged good looks!

    Looking forward enthuisiastically to lots more of your shots."

    17th December, 2005

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    roobottom says:

    "Serious style and awesome InfraRed shots are only the tip of the iceberg. PublicEnergy's photos are so sophisticated it makes my eyes bleed. I strongly suggest check 'em out."

    5th July, 2005

Name:
Dave Wild
Joined:
January 2005
Currently:
Nottinghamshire, United Kingdom
I am:
Male
Occupation:
IT Manager
Website:
davewild.com