At last we are able to get out and about, and my first location scouts have all been into The Peak District. No surprise there I guess. I’ve visited various locations over the last few years but keep getting drawn back to Curber Edge. Not sure why, I love the place. Last summer I sat […]
Another Location Found – 12 Significant Images Project Read More »
For the regular readers you will have seen that I have had a project ongoing for quite a while now. It’s good to have multiple projects on the go at anyone time, something I will do regularly. This project is about the Companion Stones that are dotted about the Peak District. I have 3 more
Project Companion Stones – The End is in Sight! Read More »
Its a blessing and a curse. Yes I’m referring to lockdown. I really believe that without it we would be in a very different place with regards the pressures on the NHS etc. The curse in this context is of course not being able to travel. In this context I mean travel abroad. For the
A Visit to the Wonderfully Named “Nicky Nook” Read More »
The 12 significant images project has been running for about 3 months now. The group of photographers participating continues to rise, its exciting to be part of. Given the UK is in lockdown Chris Sale agreed that the UK based photographers could have a little extra time. So i’m only 1 month in, but I
12 Significant Images – The Location Scout Continues Read More »
For those who are regular readers you will have realised that there are certain themes about the locations that I like to explore. Usually a few hills, maybe the odd ruin, but I do like water. Whether that the sea, a river or even a reservoir, I don’t mind. There tends to be interesting things
I Do Like A Good Reservoir Read More »
The lockdown rules are on the one hand clear, and on the other hand can be interpreted to suit. I’ve decided to stay within the boundaries of the Manchester conurbation and although not strictly right next to me house, most of the locations I’ve visited are much nearer home than I would usually visit. One
After a few weeks of lovely weather, the horrid weather came back with avengence, we’ve had rain, wind and bitingly cold winds. Alongside all that horridness my work has been hugely busy as well which as all meant that I’ve had not as much time to get out with my camera as I’d have liked.
The Wind and The Turbine Read More »
The regular readers of you will know that I do like to undertake photography projects, and in fact I have 2 on the go at the present time. I’ve been somewhat hamstrung with the lockdown to do much more on the Companion Stones project, as the remaining stones require a fairly significant hike onto the
Bramhall Hall – Significant Location? Read More »
Projects have figured heavily in my photography over the last 12 months and you can see the results of this on the projects page of this website. Regular readers will also know that I have been friends with Chris Sale, the Pro Photographer based in The Lake District. Chris holds regular webinars for his social
A New Project Begins – On Werneth Low Read More »
There are so many places on my doorstep that I have absolutely no idea exist, but I’m going to try to explore as many as I can over the coming months and years. It was Traceys birthday and we agreed we should have a walk, a rock n roll birthday you are thinking, but it
Cheesden Valley – Coffee, Pies and a Surprise!! Read More »
