The donkeys, intuitive, observant and intelligent, understand me and my relationship with the camera, unlike the chickens or the sheep, who are not intuitive, intelligent or observant. They are happy to pose when the see the camera, and they expected something for it – oat cookies, a piece of carrot, some fresh corn husks.

Lulu and Fanny and I have reached a keen understanding, they will happily pose for me if I have treats in my pocket. And donkeys being donkeys know if I have treats in my pocket. And if I don’t they will imperiously trot off and away from me and my camera.

Since people love photos of donkeys, I am not in a strong negotiating position.