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A visit to the Acropolis of Athens
If you visit the Acropolis in Athens, be prepared to join the crowds of other tourists visiting at the same time. There’s an insatiable interest in the area, of course, because it’s so well known. First you walk up the side of the Acropolis hill, and enjoy nice views of the city, including the Odeon…
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Disco Forest Fantasia
Exactly a month ago, I ventured out with Blarney Photography Club to see Wonderlights at Fota House. The grounds were transformed into something straight out of a cyberpunk fairy tale. This particular shot caught my eye – a grove of trees bathed in blues and magentas, with disco balls dangling from gnarled branches like some…
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Edinburgh’s Feathered Monuments
There’s something magical about Edinburgh during the golden hour, when the sun begins its descent and bathes the city in warm amber hues. I was walking along Princes Street with my colleagues after a long day of meetings when this scene stopped me in my tracks. At first glance, it might seem like just another…
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Winter’s Night at the Pub
People watching a game at Jim Cashman’s pub on Paul Street, Cork, last weekend. Aperture ƒ/2.8 Camera ILCE-7RM5 Focal length 24mm ISO 12800 Shutter speed 1/250s
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Spires and Rides
St. Fin Barre’s Cathedral and one of the cars of the big wheel on Grand Parade at sunset several years ago. Must have been a really nice view from the top of the big wheel! Aperture ƒ/8 Camera Canon EOS 6D Focal length 133mm ISO 100 Shutter speed 1/50s
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Christmas Rush Hour in Cork
There’s never a bus when you want one, and suddenly four come along when you least expect it. A very busy Bridge Street in Cork last week with commuters on the way home. Aperture ƒ/6.3 Camera ILCE-7RM5 Focal length 169mm ISO 100 Shutter speed 1/8s
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Urban Dreams in Bokeh
The blurred Christmas lights along St. Patrick Street and Cook Street transform into a dreamy tapestry of golden and multicoloured bokeh, creating a magical backdrop above a person wearing a studded black beanie and glasses near Opera Lane. Nollaig shona duit! Hope you had a nice day today if you celebrate! Aperture ƒ/6.3 Camera ILCE-7RM5…
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Cork’s Christmas Commotion
Nollaigh Shona Dhaoibh go léir! Now that no more shopping is possible, maybe we can return to normality. Of course, in cold and dreary January, we might look back with nostalgic eyes at the bright lights, decorations, and all the stress excitement. Aperture ƒ/18 Camera ILCE-7RM5 Focal length 208mm ISO 100 Shutter speed 5s
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Festive Feathers & Glitter Glory
Two fabulous Mockie Ah! queens posed for me in the middle of the street yesterday when I asked if I could take their photo. The cold weather was freezing, but they put on a smile and stopped for a moment to chat, and I was very grateful for the photo. Their vibrant presence transformed an…
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Keeping an Eye on the Youngsters Below
The tower of St. Anne’s Church, or Shandon Bells, towers over the surrounding buildings and is visible from the big wheel on Grand Parade. Behind it is the North Cathedral and the distinctive roof of the Firkin Crane is off to the left. In the foreground is the brand-new Capitol building. First time on the…
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Frosty the Cider bottle
Contemplating a Christmas drink. Aperture ƒ/2.8 Camera ILCE-7RM5 Focal length 24mm ISO 10000 Shutter speed 1/500s
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The Car Park’s Secret Disco Portal
The big wheel on Grand Parade in Cork spins and makes a lovely shape when captured by a long exposure shot. Also missing from this are a few friends who thankfully kept walking back and forth so they wouldn’t be captured in the image! Aperture ƒ/6.3 Camera ILCE-7RM5 Focal length 33mm ISO 250 Shutter speed…