A Norfolk drone photographer shares his best photos of 2023

The 35-year-old boatbuilder from Bradwell has long had a passion for photography, starting out with a cheap point-and-click at Snetterton race days with his dad.

However, it was only after buying a drone three years ago that Mr Martin found his style and decided to share his talents with the world.

Fireworks above Yarmouth Stadium at this year's Gala Night on November 5. Picture - Luke Martin Photography (Image: Luke Martin Photography)

Construction of the Herring Bridge - Great Yarmouth's Third River Crossing - taken in March. Picture - Luke Martin Photography (Image: Luke Martin Photography)

The Ginny Louise passenger vessel off the Yarmouth coast in August. Picture - Luke Martin Photography (Image: Luke Martin Photography)

The October Fair in Great Yarmouth town centre. Picture - Luke Martin Photography (Image: Luke Martin Photography)

"I always take photos of things that interest me, but it seems to be something that so many other people enjoy as well," he said.

"I'm always grateful when people leave comments on my Facebook page. It means the world to me. And it inspires me to keep uploading more.

"I want to cover all bases and capture as many moments as possible."

Pumpkin season at Ha Ha Farm, Strumpshaw. Picture - Luke Martin Photography (Image: Luke Martin Photography)

Crew from the Great Yarmouth and Gorleston RNLI during a double naming ceremony in October. Picture - Luke Martin Photography (Image: Luke Martin Photography)

Circus Cortex UK during their Vibrant, Happy & Colourful show in Lowestoft during August. Picture - Luke Martin Photography (Image: Luke Martin Photography)

The offshore supply vessel, Putford Jaguar, returning to Great Yarmouth in October. Picture - Luke Martin Photography (Image: Luke Martin Photography)

Building on his love of boats, Mr Martin has captured some impressive shots of vessels off the Yarmouth coast and the colossal cargo ship, the OOCL United Kingdom, being pulled in Felixstowe.

He has also captured several key moments from the construction of Great Yarmouth's £121m Third River Crossing, notably the installation of the two 700-tonne bridge leaves.

Expanding his skills, Mr Martin has also captured several heartfelt moments from an autumn day at the Ha Ha Farm in Strumpshaw, and fairgoers at Norwich's Winter Wonderland.

Fairgoers at Norwich's Winter Wonderland in November. Picture - Luke Martin Photography (Image: Luke Martin Photography)

The crater left behind on Bollard Quay following the explosion of the Second World War bomb in February. Picture - Luke Martin Photography (Image: Luke Martin Photography)

The OOCL United Kingdom being pulled from her berth by the 3 Svitzer tugs in Felixstowe. May 2023. Picture - Luke Martin Photography (Image: Luke Martin Photography)

Photographer Luke Martin with his wife, Roxy. Picture - Luke Martin Photography (Image: Luke Martin Photography)

With almost 8,000 followers on his Facebook page, Mr Martin aims to keep the momentum going in 2024, adding performance photography and portraiture to his arsenal.

He has also set the goal of photographing performances at the Hippodrome Circus during their busy seasons.

"I love meeting new people and it's amazing how many people it makes smile," he added.

"I just want to continue sharing moments from this wonderful town."

For more information, visit Luke Martin Photography on Facebook.