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Rare Breed is a photobook with written narrative providing an informal insight into the world of pigeon racing by Cumbrian photographer, Steve Crook.
Working closely with members of The Springfield Homing Club, Steve has created a book of images that provide a real insight into how pigeon racing provides an important and significant part of the lives of the pigeon fanciers.
“It was reported in the local newspaper at the time that "the object of the Meeting was to discuss what steps could be taken for the formation of a Federation of Racing or Homing Pigeon Societies in the South West of Scotland".
The year was 1928. On the 11th of February at the Y.M.C.A. Institute in Dumfries eight pigeon racing clubs representing 200 members flying 1600 pigeons formed The Solway Federation of Racing Pigeon Societies.
Today eleven clubs make up the Federation, one of which is the Springfield Homing Club.
In June 2012 I chanced upon the start of a pigeon race which led to the opportunity to spend time with the members of the Springfield Homing Club who were good enough to give me an insight into their world.”
Steve Crook
SPOOL Series is an ongoing photobook publication featuring work of all genres from established and up and coming photographers.
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