One of the Hereford Times' freelance photographer's has just missed out on a press photography award.
Andy Compton was shortlisted for the 'Sports Photographer of the Year' category at the prestigious Birmingham Press Club's Midlands Media Awards held at Villa Park, the home of Aston Villa Football Club, in Birmingham.
Andy was one of five shortlisted after sending in three images depicting Hereford United's fight for survival.
He said: "It was an honour to have my pictures shortlisted.
"I enjoy photography and working for newspapers and I look forward to entering again next year."
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