A PHOTOGRAPHER will exhibit work at a gallery to raise money for research into a neurological condition.

Miles Pilling, 51, known as the “Scooter Shooter” from Worcester, is one of five artists taking part to mark 40 years of the MND Association, which also supports people living with motor neurone disease.

He used to work for the BBC as a cameraman and director and now takes photographs from his unique vantage point of a scooter.

His diagnosis for MND cut short his television career in 2014.

Mr Pilling said: “It’s a pleasure to take part to raise funds for this great charity that does so much for people living with the condition.

A percentage of the profits from sales will go to the MND Association.

Mr Pilling added: “I’ve met several medical scientists and they have told me just one break through into the disease could make a vast difference as, at the moment, there is no cure, just medication to manage symptoms.

READ MORE: Revd Stephen Edwards installed as Canon at Worcester Cathedral

He uses a scooter made from aircraft-grade aluminium to get around and he was given his nick name by friends because of this as well as his determination.

Mr Pilling added: “I find that taking images from the low position of the scooter helps me go unnoticed as people are generally looking ahead when they walk so I can capture some great images.

“The vast majority of my encounters with members of the public when taking photographs has been positive and many are interested in my unusual scooter.

Sally Light, chief executive of the MND Association said: “We’re extremely excited for the exhibition and so grateful to all the artists who are showcasing their fantastic work to mark 40 years of the Association.

“We hope that as many people as possible come along to view this art that isn’t necessary created in a traditional way, and to help us raise awareness of MND.

“Together we will make a difference to those living with and affected by this devastating disease.’

The free Art Beyond Limits exhibition will be held at the gallery@oxo on London’s South Bank from Wednesday October 2 to Sunday October 6.

The MND Association was founded in 1979 by a group of families affected by the disease.

It invests around £16 million in a global research effort to discover potential new treatments and a cure.

a charity that promotes care, support and research of motor neurone disease.

His variant of Motor Neurone Disease is called Primary Lateral Sclerosis (PLS) which is an uncommon form. The more common form is Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis, the variant Stephen Hawking has, which generally has a shorter lifespan than PLS.