Web 2.0 pre-conference dinner Tom Raftery Salim Ismail and Tom Raftery Salim Ismail and Britt Blaser Shel Israel and his wife Britt and his wife Tamara A group of about 20 bloggers, techs, and generally smart and nice people gathered in Probys Bistro last night before the Web 2.0 Conference today. Pictured, in no particular…

Oscar In a few days time we’re adopting this little ball of fur and we’re going to name him Oscar! There’s an adorable King Charles Spaniel asleep in the background, but as you can see, both are unconcerned that a crazy cousin with a camera is making this shot!

Tom Murphy Men’s Wear Dermot Fagan with a selection of waist coats We returned my wedding suit yesterday to Tom Murphy Men’s Wear and Dress Hire Service. Irish people love to complain about the shoddy service they receive when shopping but rarely do they shout about a great shopping experience when helpful and enthusiastic staff…

Wow! I thought the 20D would do me for a couple of years, but after seeing this photo of the upcoming Canon 30D I want one! Looks like it’ll do everything but make the coffee for you! (via) Later… Looks like the real Canon 30D is out. I don’t think I’ll be rushing out to…

Parked Bikes Bikes parked on Grand Parade a few weeks ago.

I hate shopping A child with a very bored expression in the middle of Christmas shopping!

Sunlit Web Sunlit Web On a foggy morning a web will sparkle in the ambient light because of the moisture in the air. I spent an inordinate amount of time crouched down shooting this dead bush!

Coats and Hat It’s unusual to see a man wearing a hat like the one above these days. I made this photo on Patrick Street a few weeks ago and love the different textures and the faces!

Swans in darkness Swans pictured at The Lough last night.

Scapa Flo, Blackpool Shopping Center Scapa Flo played for free in aid of the Belarussian Orphanage Project. Pictured here are 3 of the band members.