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  • Glowing Light on Warren Strand

    Some time after sunset this evening on Warren Strand, Co Cork. The clouds blowing in brought rain with them, thus putting a stop to any further photographic adventures.

    What is the glow? That’s my phone light shining on the incoming tide. The sharp turn to the right was me noticing the water had unexpectedly come in faster and the legs of my camera tripod were now submerged in a few centimetres of water. I had to wait for the water to recede before I could grab my camera and bring it to safety.


    Apertureƒ/3.5
    CameraILCE-7M3
    Focal length24mm
    ISO400
    Shutter speed30s

  • The white bridge of Lisbon

    The Ponte 25 de Abril suspension bridge stands out clearly against the sky in this sunset photo in Lisbon.


    Apertureƒ/6.3
    CameraILCE-7M3
    Focal length240mm
    ISO100
    Shutter speed1/2500s

  • Delicate Orange Roses

    Orange roses with a black background. One rose faces the camera lens while the others are blurred.

    Orange roses shine out of the darkness of the night. The delicate petals of the flower showing some damage and the effects of ageing.


    Apertureƒ/3.5
    CameraILCE-7M3
    Focal length50mm
    ISO2000
    Shutter speed1/100s

  • The Blue Tuk Tuk

    A blue tuk tuk driving along the road in front of a blue building, trees and in the far distance a yellow building. The sky has been coloured blue. Blue all over.

    A blue tuk tuk driving along in front of the blue Court of Appeal of Lisbon in Portugal. I wonder how comfortable they are on those cobbles?


    Apertureƒ/2.8
    CameraILCE-7M3
    Focal length24mm
    ISO100
    Shutter speed1/800s

  • Light of my tree

    A glowing yellow light brightens a Christmas tree, surrounded by decorations.

    Christmas decorations brighten up our tree, with the lights casting a soft glow on everything.

    Merry Christmas, and happy holidays if you’re celebrating.


    Apertureƒ/2.2
    CameraGalaxy S23 Ultra
    Focal length2.2mm
    ISO640
    Shutter speed1/25s

  • Michael Collins and the Big Wheel

    The statue of Michael Collins in front of the big wheel on Grand Parade, Cork.

    I was out and about with friends from Blarney Photography Club on Thursday night, and we got some great shots of the big wheel on Grand Parade. This year the big wheel is joined by a statue of the Big Fellah, Michael Collins.

    Check out Henry’s photo here.


    Apertureƒ/18
    CameraILCE-7M3
    Focal length16mm
    ISO100
    Shutter speed15s

  • The Beatlebums’ Christmas Party

    Far back in the mists of time (last February), my wife and I went to Coughlan’s Bar to see The Beatlebums play. We had a blast that night and while they’ve played a few times since, last night was the first time we had a chance to see them again when they played their Christmas Party gig.

    The line-up has changed a little, but they’re still great. They played to an enthusiastic crowd in the back room of Coughlan’s Bar displaying the diverse sounds the Fab Four were well known for.

    If you’re a fan of the Beatles, you’ll love them. Even if you think you don’t know the Beatles, you’ll love them. 🙂


    Apertureƒ/2.8
    CameraILCE-7M3
    Focal length24mm
    ISO12800
    Shutter speed1/320s

  • The Big Wheel Portal

    This Ferris Wheel or Big Wheel is a portal to a new world. Look carefully, and you can see Cork at the end of the portal.

    Check out Henry and Nuala’s photos from last night: Henry, Nuala 1, and Nuala 2.


    Apertureƒ/5.6
    CameraILCE-7M3
    Focal length101mm
    ISO100
    Shutter speed2s

  • NAF1 in Lisbon

    Nobody knows who NAF1 is, but in my research I did find a Portuguese company called NAF. Seems they’re involved in real estate and probably not a fan of graffiti. I don’t imagine this man is either.


    Apertureƒ/1.7
    CameraGalaxy S23 Ultra
    Focal length6.3mm
    ISO10
    Shutter speed1/500s

  • Waiting for a Taxi

    “Look, the taxi is coming now. I see it!”
    “It better be Afonso driving. He owes me €10 from the other night.”
    “Oh, doesn’t look like it. Not his car. You lent him that money to buy a gift for his mom, didn’t you?”
    “Yeah, He paid far too much for a little figurine, but his mom loves it.”
    “Ah, that’s all that matters. It was worth the money then.”
    “Hmm. I guess you’re right.”
    “You know you’ll never see that money again?”


    Apertureƒ/2.8
    CameraILCE-7M3
    Focal length24mm
    ISO125
    Shutter speed1/500s

  • The sunglasses guy

    You want sunglasses? I got sunglasses. No way, it’s not too dark to wear them. You can still see everything with the street lights!


    Apertureƒ/1.8
    CameraILCE-7M3
    Focal length75mm
    ISO12800
    Shutter speed1/500s

  • MOSTLY FALSE REPORTS

    A few days ago, I received my copy of MOSTLY FALSE REPORTS. It’s a book I funded through Kickstarter by Stephen Leslie.

    It’s a book of street photography, but if that genre doesn’t interest you, you’ll probably still be interested in this book. Stephen has included a story alongside each photo. They’re inspired by the accompanying photo, and some are hilarious. I love the ones about the hedge animals. You’ll find a few more of his photos on this page. Stephen is on Instagram too.

    The question prompted by the photo above is one I think about a lot. “Do people mind you taking their photos?”

    The Kickstarter campaign is over but, Stephen has a few extra copies and I can recommend buying a copy for the photographer in your life, or indulge in a copy for yourself.

    While you’re here, have a look at Stephen’s website for several galleries full of photos, including a few from the book.

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