Still Waters at the Salinas del Carmen
The sky was mostly clear on the morning I visited Salinas del Carmen in Fuerteventura with Finbarr. The sky grew brighter quickly and within moments what was dark was a lovely glow. It didn’t last long, and suddenly the day had begun.
Heart Hands and Bold Murals on York Road
A fabulous mural of Paddington Bear by artist, Gisella Stapleton, on York Street in London attracts the attention of many people who want to pose in front of it. The mural is near the London Eye, so there’s plenty of foot traffic. It was nigh on impossible to photograph the mural without anyone standing in…
Curves and Concrete in Black and White
The City of Arts and Sciences in Valencia is a sight to behold, but look around and you’ll find graceful ramps and gardens nearby, and a service road for vehicles.
The Man with the Small Suitcase
I was looking out the window, about to take a photo when I spotted a man carrying a suitcase. He’d probably just arrived, but he’d missed breakfast. Pretty decent breakfast too.
A Sign of the Times
A glowing yellow YIELD sign cuts through the darkness like a solitary performer on stage, casting warm light across empty spaces and parked cars, and suddenly you’re thinking about cinema and loneliness and how good urban photography is basically just about finding the drama hiding in everyday places. I love photographing car parks. Great views…
Istanbul’s Galata Bridge at Night
Restaurants dot the walkway under the Galata Bridge in Istanbul. I walked by and there were people enjoying food there in what I’m guessing is one of the more expensive touristy places to eat in the city. There’s a tradition of fishing from the bridge and I remember seeing many lines coming down from on…
Starman in Cyprus Avenue
Rebel Rebel, a David Bowie tribute band, played in Cyprus Avenue last night and put on a hell of a performance. I know all of Bowie’s famous hits and there are many, but I’m not so familiar with the rest of his music. There was a mix of the famous and lesser-known hits and I…
The Wire Wool Vortex
On a cold and damp night steel wool lights up the path and railings.
Colour Coordination Accidentally
A lot of street photography is just keeping your eyes open for something to happen. It’s luck and also being prepared. Luckily I was carrying my camera while shopping in M&S and spotted the abundance of pink and a family walking past, and then a mirror neatly reflecting the departing people. It’s nice when these…
The Apocalypse Hotel
I was walking by the harbour in Castillo Caleta de Fuste, passing some shops and hotels when I saw yet another hotel but this one was vaguely interesting. It has some eye-catching lines, and the shadows of the hotel next door fell on it, hiding the lower levels. Video to watch https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JxxZxybENWE Things to shoot…
Two’s Company at the beach
Moments before yesterday’s photo of a beach inspector there were two seagulls. I was watching them as I walked down Garrylucas Beach and neither moved so I have a couple of shots of them with dramatic waves thundering behind them. They seemed to be not disturbed by the wall of water beyond. I on the…
The Beach Inspector
Garylucas Beach in Co Cork was hit by 40kph winds this afternoon, with tall waves crashing on the beach. I took a few photos but retreated to the car as it was so cold. Within minutes the wind had ripped right through me. Luckily, gulls are protected somewhat from the cold by their feathers and…