The reality of living with disabilities has been captured by the partner of a Preston Army veteran and shortlisted for a prestigious British Photography Award.<br /><br />Claire Corner’s black and white image of former soldier John Newcombe, who has progressive multiple sclerosis (MS), is entitled Bedbound.<br /><br />The picture, taken at their home in Preston, is a finalist in the documentary category.<br /><br />Claire, 45, said it shows "the part of John’s story that is rarely seen beyond his closest family" as he lies pensive in bed.<br /><br />John, 61, spent 34 years as an infantryman, serving with the Devonshire and Dorset Infantry Regiment.<br /><br />He later enlisted in the Territorial Army, serving with the Princess of Wales’ Royal Regiment for 12 years before joining the Royal Engineers bomb disposal squad.<br /><br />He was diagnosed with MS in 2007, and the disease is now at an advanced stage.<br /><br />Claire said his "sense of positivity and determination is awe-inspiring".<br /><br />The winner of the competition will be announced on November 4.
